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Newsletter November 12, 2025

By Jared, 11/12/25, 10:30AM CST

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In this issue:

1.  PARENT/GUARDIAN PRESENCE AT GAMES AND PRACTICES

2.  DIVERSIFIED HOCKEY COACHES TRAINING

3.  LOCKER ROOM POLICY REMINDER

4.  NATIONAL FAMILY CAREGIVERS MONTH - SURVEY


1. Parent/Guardian Presence at Games and Practices

An important reminder to families and players:  Parents/Guardians need to be present at games and practices if their player has needs that may require the parent or guardian's assistance, such as behavior issues, seizure disorders or other medical needs. The safety and well-being of all MN Special Hockey players and volunteers is of the utmost importance; therefore a parent/guardian must be present in the arena for any player who has the potential for a medical or behavioral incident. 


2. Diversified Hockey Coaches Training
There is a virtual coaching clinic open to all coaches. Any CEP level is welcome to attend.  The clinic is on Monday & Tuesday, November 17th and 18th, from 6:00 – 9:00 on both nights.  The cost for the clinic is $65 and is reimbursable with MN Special Hockey.
 
Coaches need to register for the level they need to complete.  If you are a Level 1 coach, register for Level 2, etc.  Any questions on your level, contact Jane at jane.cashin@mnspecialhockey.org
 
For more information about the clinic contact Chuck Gridley at  chuck.gridley@usahockey.org
 

3. Locker Room Policy Reminder

A reminder to all players and families that MN Special Hockey adheres to USA Hockey's Safesport Program and has a Locker Room Policy that applies to all players, families and guardians. This policy helps protect players' privacy and aids in reducing the risk of misconduct in the locker rooms. The complete Locker Room Policy can be found at: https://www.mnspecialhockey.org/policies


4. National Family Caregivers Month Survey

November is National Family Caregivers Month, and the Hendrickson Foundation is looking to collect some stories from the amazing families and caregivers who support special athletes every day. Please fill out the short survey link to share your story and help shine a light on the people behind the scenes who truly  support the Hockey Changes Lives® mission.  Survey link: