I have been ice skating for over a decade. I have seen falls that ended in laughter and falls that ended in ambulances. The question of whether you need a helmet for ice skating comes up constantly, especially from parents bringing their kids to the rink for the first time. The short answer is yes, … Read more
The International Skating Union banned backflips from figure skating competition in 1977. They deemed the move too dangerous and ruled that it violated the sport’s fundamental one-foot landing principle. The ban lasted nearly 50 years until the ISU reversed the decision in 2024. If you watched the Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, you witnessed history when … Read more
The most common injury in ice skating is an ankle sprain or fracture, accounting for the majority of emergency room visits from skating accidents. If you’re new to the ice or a parent researching safety for your child, you might feel anxious about potential injuries. Our team has analyzed medical data, consulted physical therapy research, … Read more
The Montreal Canadiens have won the most Stanley Cups in NHL history with 24 championships, establishing a record that may never be broken. Their dominance spans multiple decades, from the 1950s through the 1990s, creating a legacy that defines hockey excellence. When someone asks who has won the most Stanley Cups, the answer is clear, … Read more
Youth hockey remains one of the most rewarding yet financially demanding sports for families. The average annual cost to play youth hockey ranges from $800 to $2,500 for house league participation and climbs to $5,000-$20,000+ for competitive travel or AAA hockey depending on your location, age group, and level of commitment. I have spent years … Read more
If you are new to hockey or watching your first game, you might hear commentators mention a player “deking” out an opponent and wonder what that means. A deke is a type of feint or fake technique whereby a player draws an opposing player out of position or skates by the opponent while maintaining possession … Read more
A toe pick is a set of serrated, sawlike teeth at the front of a figure skate blade. These jagged ridges may look intimidating to beginners, but they serve essential functions that make figure skating possible. If you have ever watched a figure skater launch into a jump or stop suddenly with precision, you have … Read more
Why do female figure skaters retire so young? It is a question that baffles casual viewers every Olympic season. While most professional athletes peak in their late twenties or early thirties, the average female figure skater retires between ages 22 and 25, with many leaving the sport before they turn 20. The answer is not … Read more
Alex Ovechkin holds the record for the most goals in NHL history with 928 goals and counting. The Washington Capitals captain broke Wayne Gretzky’s seemingly unbreakable record of 894 goals on April 6, 2025, becoming the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer in his 20th NHL season. Gretzky’s record had stood for 31 years after he … Read more
Figure skating demands incredible athleticism, combining explosive jumps, graceful spins, and precise edge work on a surface with minimal friction. Every time a skater lands a jump, their body absorbs forces equivalent to seven to eight times their body weight. This unique combination of repetitive high-impact landings and rotational stress creates specific injury patterns that … Read more