Hockey Joy

06/16/2026

All.of.this…

What if the goal isn't to raise the next elite athlete?

What if the goal is to help kids learn resilience, confidence, teamwork, and a love for the game?

The athletes who stay in sports the longest — and often reach the highest levels — are usually the ones who had the freedom to learn, grow, make mistakes, and enjoy the journey.

At CAHA, we believe youth hockey is about more than wins and losses. It's about creating experiences that help kids develop as players, teammates, and people. It's about honoring the game by putting development, character, respect, and fun at the center of the youth sports experience.

Because the best youth sports programs don't just build athletes.

They build capable humans.

This is hockey in the Carolinas!

06/03/2026

Hockey Players of Color (HPOC) camp registration is open!!! Save the date and register now!

For the fourth year in a row, the Hockey Players of Color Movement Camp is returning to Raleigh, NC this July! 🏒

Don't miss your chance to be part of an incredible week of skill development, community, and fun. Join players from across the region, build new friendships, and grow your game in an environment where everyone belongs.

Register now and be part of the experience!
https://www.carolinahockey.org/news_article/show/1356793

06/02/2026

Calling all women coaches…

🔥🏒Join us August 1st & 2nd for the 2nd Annual CAHA Women Coaches Leadership Weekend at Extreme Ice in Indian Trail, NC.! 🔥🏒

This weekend is designed to connect, support, and empower female coaches through leadership development, on-ice sessions, networking, mentorship, and coaching education.

Whether you’re already coaching or looking to get more involved in the game, this is an incredible opportunity to grow alongside other women helping shape the future of hockey in our community.

More information & registration:
www.carolinahockey.org/femalecoaches

Register by July 15th!

05/24/2026

PSA: open your CFA app before midnight!

05/20/2026

Sharing to spread the word!

The wait is over — the Black Girl Hockey Club Scholarship application is here and officially opens Monday, June 1st. 🏒✨

Players are eligible to apply if they:
• Identify as a Black girl ages 9–18
• Are registered on a hockey team
• Maintain at least a 2.3 GPA
• Demonstrate financial need

Please visit the scholarships page on our website below, and feel free to email [email protected] with any questions.

05/11/2026

Another really good post by CAHA!!! If your team culture is built upon respect for each individual, it will carry forward onto the performance on the ice!

Happy Monday, CAHA!

We’re starting the week strong with eight micro-habits that can transform team culture.

Use these in your teams, classrooms, and friendships to build stronger relationships and a better environment for everyone.

Simple actions. Big habits. Lasting impact.

05/06/2026

THIS!!!!

Happy Wednesday, CAHA!

It’s Wednesday, May 6th, and we wanted to share:

Six simple ways to shut down homophobia.

Make sure to put these into action—focus on inclusivity and creating a welcoming environment where everyone can show up as they are😀🫶!

05/01/2026

As we head into tryout weekend, please remind your players of what awesome humans they are - regardless of how tryouts go.

05/01/2026

Share your video with Carolina Amateur Hockey Association!

04/25/2026

Show off your team and your photos!

Every team has a story and CAHA wants to spotlight yours!

Send us your favorite moments from game day, practice, and everything in between. Locker room vibes, team bonding, big plays—anything you would like to share, we would love to spotlight
✨😄

Get featured on our page by submitting your clips:
📩 [email protected]