The Chicago Blackhawks held the sixth annual 3v3 Tournament at MB Ice Arena on June 23 and 24.

Amateur Hockey Association of Illinois (AHAI), Athletico Physical Therapy, The Chicago Blackhawks and NorthShore University HealthSystem came together to create the A Step aHead initiative to combat one of the most common head injuries: concussion. These four groups pledge to educate the Illinois youth hockey community on the importance of concussion management and to be proactive with implementing baseline testing. Through A Step aHead, we will offer free baseline concussion testing, as well as educational programs, to youth hockey players in the AHAI program.

In partnership with AHAI and Beko Home Appliances, the Beko Home Appliances 1-on-1 Challenge allows participants to showcase their skills while contending to become the top shooter or goalie in the Squirt-age division. The top shooter and goalie will represent the Blackhawks in the NHL Mini 1v1 Shootout.

With the help of Blackhawks alumni, the Blackhawks run day and evening clinics for youth hockey players at various rinks in Illinois. The free clinics are designed to reach out to fans in local rinks and provide an opportunity for kids of all ages to be taught by a Blackhawks legend.

The Chicago Blackhawks Warrior ice hockey program was founded in 2015 in conjunction with USA Disabled hockey to give our injured military members and veterans an opportunity to play hockey in an environment that suited their needs. The program trains them in the skills needed to use hockey as a rehabilitation tool to overcome physical and mental disabilities sustained in their service to our nation.

During the hockey season, fans can submit their nominations for the BMO Harris Bank Youth Hockey Player, Coach and Volunteer of the Month. Please check back for more information about making a nomination for the 2017-18 season.

The Chicago Jr. Blackhawks Hockey Club is selected each year to represent Illinois and surrounding areas at the Brick Tournament.

The Blackhawks and CPD put on free weekly clinics at various outdoor rink locations throughout the winter. At these clinics, players will learn the fundamentals and how to handle and shoot the puck.

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The Eddie Olczyk Award (EOA) supports young hockey players and teams in Illinois who may not have the means to play at a competitive level.

For all you young hockey players out there! The Chicago Blackhawks have produced helmet decals for your favorite youth hockey ambassador and broadcaster, Eddie Olczyk as he continues his fight against cancer. The decal features a microphone along with "Edzo's" number.

First Stride is the follow up program to G.O.A.L., allowing 4th and 5th grade students with floor hockey experience a chance to take the ice! Each week 360 Chicago Public School Students will visit MB Ice Arena, the new Chicago Blackhawks Community Ice Rink, to further their hockey education on and off the ice.

Formally known as Streethawks, Get Out And Learn (G.O.A.L.) emphasizes the importance of exercise and healthy living while providing elementary schools with the equipment to teach hockey in P.E. Each school receives a one hour clinic from the Blackhawks youth hockey staff and P.E. teachers are invited to a training session at the United Center. This year G.O.A.L. has reached over 30,000 kids.

Our mission is to provide highly intense skill-oriented camps for local youth hockey players using top-notch coaches. The Blackhawks are committed to increasing participation and raising the platform for amateur hockey players in the Midwest.

Join us at MB Ice Arena, the new Chicago Blackhawks Community Ice Rink, for a two-day Holiday Hockey Camp! The camp will provide a fun, skill-oriented experience for local youth hockey players and feature Blackhawks alumni coaches. Camp will run five hours per day and include an exclusive Blackhawks Holiday Camp jersey. Proceeds from the Chicago Blackhawks Holiday Hockey Camp will go to the Eddie Olczyk Youth Hockey Award.

The Blackhawks Inflatable Rink is a portable hockey rink that allows children the opportunity to play street hockey in a safe, structured environment. Chicagoland youth organizations, summer camps and community events are encouraged to fill out the form below to schedule an inflatable appearance.

The Blackhawks have a limited number of games available for twelve Mite or Squirt players to participate in an intermission activity! 50 ticket minimum purchase required.

The Blackhawks give qualifying amateur hockey teams the opportunity to experience being a pro for a day. Teams get the chance to play a game at the United Center prior to attending a home game that night. Highlights from their game are played on the jumbotron for the fans to enjoy during intermission.

The Chicago Blackhawks are excited to announce the launch of the Little Blackhawks Learn to Play program this spring! Learning to play hockey is more than just learning a game. The Learn to Play initiative was developed jointly by the National Hockey League and the NHL Players' Association to offer more families a chance to experience everything that makes youth hockey so rewarding. 

The MinorHawks Learn to Play program was launched in 2010 to allow hockey to be affordable and accessible to everyone. Through the combined efforts of the Blackhawks, AHAI and USA Hockey's OneGoal Equipment Rental program, each MinorHawks player has low-cost access to rental gear and a Learn to Play session at selected rinks around Illinois.

The Blackhawks and Northern Illinois Hockey League (NIHL) announced a partnership that will ensure that the two groups will continue to support youth hockey in the greater Chicago area. The NIHL is the largest youth hockey league in Illinois.

Chicago Blackhawks Special Hockey is dedicated to providing children and adults with developmental disabilities the opportunity to play hockey. Special Hockey team members range in age from 5 to 55 and include both male and female athletes. The team is comprised of players that have autism, Down Syndrome or other intellectual disabilities.