What They’re Saying... About USA Hockey's NEW Standard of Play and Rule Enforement

from usahockey.com

Ron DeGregorio
President, USA Hockey

“This is, without question, one of the most significant initiatives that has been implemented by USA Hockey. While there will be growing pains and patience needed, the end result, as we’ve already witnessed in the National Hockey League, will be a game where skill can be showcased instead of hindered through illegal tactics that were once viewed as acceptable.”

Angela Ruggiero
Three-time U.S. Olympian

“The new standard of play will reward skill and speed versus the old clutch and grab
style of play. It is definitely the right direction for USA Hockey and will help grow our
game into the future.”

Ryan Suter
Nashville Predators

“While the new standard of play and rules enforcement takes adapting to, it’s definitely
worth it for the good of the game.”

Mark Johnson
Head Coach, Univ. of Wisc. Women’s Team & 2007 Women’s Nat’l Team, Member of 1980 Men's Olympic Hockey Team

"It’s a great move by USA Hockey to enforce a new standard of play. Now players have
the opportunity to play the game the way it was intended to be played - with great speed and incredible skill. In addition, hockey will become a better, more entertaining game to watch. Hats off to USA Hockey.”

Peter Laviolette
Head Coach, 2006 Stanley Cup Champion, Carolina Hurricanes & 2006 Olympic Men’s Team

“It was a success beyond most people’s expectations last year in the NHL and I give
credit to USA Hockey for very quickly implementing the new standard of play and rules
enforcement across the country beginning this season.”

Chris Chelios
Detroit Red Wings • Four-time U.S. Olympian

“It’s great to see the new standard of play will be implemented from the beginning
levels of hockey in the United States right through to the NHL. USA Hockey, like the
NHL, has taken a bold step forward and should be commended.”

Mike Modano
Dallas Stars • Three-time U.S. Olympian

“Encouraging skill and speed through rules enforcement was a positive step forward in
the NHL last season and it’s great to see USA Hockey implementing that same standard
throughout the country in youth hockey. It will only lead to a better game for everyone involved.”

Tom Anastos
Commissioner, Central Collegiate Hockey Association

“I think it’s terrific that USA Hockey is implementing a new standard of rules enforcement on a nationwide basis. We need to continue to find ways to reward skill and make the game more fun to play and watch. However, to make this work, it will take an enormous effort on the part of everyone involved, including the coaches, officials, players, parents and administrators. In the end, if we can discipline ourselves to stay the course, the game will rise to levels that we haven’t seen in years.”

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