HYHA Shoulder Check
HYHA is proud to partner with Shoulder Check. In 2023 we hosted the first program wide Shoulder Check event. The event was held with the hopes of bringing more attention to mental health & what it can mean for kids & hockey.
Hockey can sometimes be hard & life can be harder. Our hope with the event is to help players & families realize how important checking in & being there for someone can be. As part of a large hockey HYHA family we hope to be able to spread the word about checking in & being there for each other away from the puck.
Shoulder Check 2024
When
Saturday
09/14/24
Starting at 07:30 AM
Where
The Louis Astorino Rink
595 Mix Ave
Hamden, CT 06514
What
HYHA Shoulder Check Day
A full game day against the Wallingford Hawks!
QU Chronicle
Check out HYHA's article in the QU Chronicle about our 2023 Shoulder Check Day:
Hamden Youth Hockey celebrates partnership with NHL-endorsed foundation
What is Shoulder Check
Shoulder Check is an #HT40 initiative inspiring young men and women to commit to supporting one another through small acts that have a big impact. To show them that ‘being there’ is as simple as a hand on a shoulder.
Below as a note from Shoulder Check's Rob Thorsen & an example of how Shoulder Check is trying to spread the message about how to Reach Out, Check In, Make Contact.