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USA Ball Hockey and the Canadian Ball Hockey Association Team Up for a Youth Extravaganza

USA Ball Hockey (USABH) is excited to announce that it will partner with the Ontario Ball Hockey Federation and the Canadian Ball Hockey Association (CBHA) to host its first ever youth event called “The Future Stars Invitational.” This showcase will be held May 29-31, 2020 at the state-of-the-art Buffalo RiverWorks Sports and Entertainment Complex. This complex is the city’s newest premier waterfront boating, sports, music and entertainment destination located along the banks of the Buffalo River.

“We are more than just a hockey rink,” says Sean Green, the Director of Athletics and Sponsorship for the complex. “We have entertainment for all, such as rock climbing, zip lining, an escape room, and more.”

OBHF President Shelley Callaghan, and USABH’s Director of Hockey Operations Department Cory Herschk, are working together to provide an opportunity for U14 and U12 ball hockey players in Canada to match-up with the best players the United States has to offer in a USA vs Canada border ball hockey battle. Four different states, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, plus a USA Elite team formed with the rest of the USA’s best and most talented players, will each produce state all-star teams led by General Managers Eddie Costa (Fall River, MA), Bob Keefe (Gloucester, NJ), Ben Dennis (Buffalo, NY), Nick Lupo (Long Island, NY), Mike Benkart (Cranberry, PA), and Mike DiLorenzo (Los Angeles, CA).

USA teams will be complete with 18-22 players, and a staff that will include coaches, trainers and equipment managers to give these prospects an experience similar in nature to that of being part of a USA Ball Hockey locker room. Once staff is put in place, player evaluation and selections will begin in your region.

The event will follow the International Street and Ball Hockey Federation (ISBHF) rules and guidelines. This will include player of the game awards along with champion and runner-up prizes. USA coaches and players will also host a youth clinic for local players. A Fan Zone will be open to the public with a live Disc Jockey, raffles, and auctioned memorabilia.

“Buffalo is a city that we are targeting on our ‘Grow the Game’ initiative,” says Herschk. “We are working with Ben Dennis, and junior ice hockey programs in the Buffalo area to show coaches like Ben that the game of ball hockey translates to the ice very well, especially by way of off-season training.”

One of the goals of this event is to showcase our sport in a town that has high interest in developing youth programs. Added Shelley Callaghan – “It is no secret that Canadian players take off the skates and lace-up their shoes to play ball hockey in the off-season. Even Sidney Crosby’s Canadian Olympic ice hockey team has taken their skills to the ball hockey rink to prepare for tournaments in the past.”

The CBHA has been known to produce great young talent throughout the years, with NHL players such as Taylor Hall of the New Jersey Devils and Calgary Flames captain Mark Giordano. Future NHL prospects in Canada will now be facing off against the finest America has to offer. USA Ball Hockey aspires to one day help to mold NHL players as well.

Stay tuned for further details, and more information on how you can be a part of this premiere international event.

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USA Ball Hockey Women's General Manager Steps Down

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Honoring Jason Kelly – A Ball Hockey Life

Boston, MA – Earlier this year, Jason Kelly announced his retirement as the General Manager of the Women’s Division. Jason has spent over a decade helping build the Women’s Division into an international powerhouse at all levels. USA Ball Hockey spoke with several people who were fortunate to get to know Jason on both a personal level and as a friend in their hockey life. We want to honor Jason’s contributions with a look back on his impact to the sport of Ball Hockey.

Jason Kelly at a Cool Hockey Events Tournament

Angelo Terrana, newly elected Women’s Masters Division General Manager, has known Jason for many years. “Jason could spot talent from ten miles away. It was so uncanny, he just had an intuition about him. As importantly, he knew the Women’s ball hockey community like no other person. He was a huge,reason we’ve (the Women’s Division) come as far as we have. Something which makes me feel better about his departure is knowing he will always answer when I call because it give’s him an opportunity to help the program he loves so much. I will always remember Jason and his unending quest to improve the program. He was so focused on how to tweak things and to make the experience better for his players.”

Shawn Mulcahy had the pleasure of serving under Jason as a Head Coach at the ISBHF Masters World Championships. “Jason Kelly has always been an outspoken advocate for women’s athletics. He is as passionate as they come, and occasionally he is misunderstood because of his passion. But whatever light you saw him in, or whatever situation in which you met him there was no denying his motives because they were simple and concise -“What’s best for the women is what’s best for the program“. This was repeated frequently by Jason throughout his tenure.”

Jason awarding one of the many women who participated in his Cool Hockey Event tournaments.

“Improving the program were the pillars of his intentions.” added Mr. Mulcahy. “Through selflessness and sacrifice, with the support of his wife and closest confidants, Jason help build USA Women’s Ball Hockey into the powerhouse it is today. Jason once told me “I’m just a guy trying to do what’s best for the program”.

“Of course, he was much, much more. His decision to step away from his passion was riddled with confusion, strife, self analysis and inner turmoil, and he is to be commended for making such a difficult decision. It speaks to his character. Ultimately he built something rooted and sustainable and laid it in capable hands. There is a certain level of pride and contentment that comes with this. Jason’s retirement will leave a huge void but thanks to his enduring efforts, USA Ball hockey moves forward into a promising future.” said Mr. Mulcahy.

Jason Glista is another person who served under Jason Kelly as a Coach during World Championships.

“Jason Kelly’s impact to the USA Women’s program, and myself personally, is something that can’t be measured by simply putting words to paper. Inheriting what Jamie Cooke started several years ago, Jason has been the driving force behind all aspects of the Women’s program throughout his tenure. He has helped to propel it to a position heights many didn’t feel possible in that span of time. Through his efforts of bringing together the best players in the sport, recruiting others from outside the ball hockey world, and surrounding them all with the highest level of coaches and staff, Jason has driven the Women’s National team’s rise to international prominence. In consistently bringing together two Masters teams and creating the U20 Girls team, he has also ensured that the life of the USA Women’s program will continue to grow and thrive. He has leaned upon those players which laid the groundwork as the foundation of the game and also secured the future with our youth as well.

Jason awarding MVG at one of his tournaments

“Prior to ever becoming a part of the USA program, the events run by Jason and Cool Hockey Events provided me the chance to start my coaching “career” in the Women’s side of ball hockey. His tournaments allowed me to learn and grow in that position and eventually helped lead to my being named as part of the USA coaching staff starting in 2010.” said Mr. Glista. Once Jason was named as General Manager for the USA Women’s program, he served as a champion of my efforts, and I have been an active part of the USA National and Masters coaching staffs ever since. This culminated in my 9th World Championship this June. His level of care and dedication has been unmatched and will be something sorely missed. We are all truly thankful for his commitment to the players, coaches, and staff of the USA Women’s program. His friendship and belief in me as a coach is something personally that I will forever be grateful for.” said Mr. Glista.

Jason awarding MVG to Bill Jacques of Chicago

I first met Jason during a tournament near Tampa, FL back in 2009. I struck up a conversation with him and quickly realized that his hockey knowledge when it came to ball hockey was outstanding. Jason said to me that in 10 years, we’re going to see a sport that looks very different in America but especially on the World stage, as he was just beginning to assemble a Women’s program that would compete for medals at the ISBHF World Championships. 10 years later, his vision is now reality with several ISBHF World Championship medals to his credit. I can say without hesitation that when it came to knowing this sport and exhibiting the kind of passion it takes to build a World class program, Jason is up there with anyone who has ever picked up a stick and played the game.

Jason with his staff and Women’s Youth National team players in 2018

USA Ball Hockey President Chris Banks – “It’s hard to put in words this man’s impact on the sport. He was always there whenever the program needed him, and we now have a World class program thanks to his vision and dedication. I really can’t thank him enough for all he did for the sport. To say these are big shoes to fill is an understatement. I wish Jason the best in his personal life. If he ever gets the bug again to come back to the sport, there will always be a place for him with our National Program.”

In closing, we want to say thank you to Jason for his tireless efforts and his unending passion to always improve. He was exactly what the program needed, and the United States Women’s National Program is poised for success thanks to his contributions.

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USA Ball Hockey Unanimously Voted Official Member Status with ISBHF

International Street and Ball Hockey Federation Votes Unanimously Granting USA Ball Hockey Official Member Status

BOSTON — USA Ball Hockey (USABH) is honored and excited to announce that we have been granted full member status with the International Street and Ball Hockey Federation (ISBHF), the official worldwide governing body of the sport. USABH will now have full authority to develop teams and send them to ISBHF World Championships for all divisions – Mens, Womens, Juniors, and Masters. The vote took place last night on an ISBHF conference call, with the resulting vote being unanimous among the member countries to have USA Ball Hockey join the ISBHF family of nations.

“This is an honor and a privilege.” said USABH President Chris Banks. “We are ecstatic to be able to join the ISBHF family with official member status. I offer my sincerest thanks to all the USABH staff, volunteers, and their families that supported them as they dedicated numerous hours and overcame substantial challenges to help drive the organization towards this outcome. Becoming an official member of the ISBHF has been the goal of this organization since USABH first formed. We look forward to providing the United States with teams that will compete for Gold Medals at all future ISBHF World Championships.”

The ISBHF has been monitoring the progress of USABH and how the USABH leadership team has been developing the National Programs. They also took a keen eye towards the work USABH has done in growing the sport by sponsoring clinics, holding camps, focusing on and teaching the youth of the sport, and even having players appear on NHL Network to help promote this great sport of Ball Hockey. ISBHF President George Gortsos was more than satisfied with what the ISBHF board saw presented by USABH.

“The ISBHF is proud to formally welcome USA Ball Hockey to the ISBHF Family. We all believe that USA Ball Hockey will work hard to bring the USA family together within that great hockey nation, and quickly become a leading National organization in our sport. The ISBHF would like to wish all USA Ball Hockey players, referees, coaches, support staff, family, and executives a great future in the years ahead. We look forward to this partnership having them in the ISBHF family as we all work together as one sport to reach the Olympic elevator.”

USABH Director of Media and Marketing Chris Bokuniewicz added “Having worked with Chris Banks for over 6 years, I knew that he was passionate about getting USABH to the world stage. When he approached me to help USABH in their mission, I had no hesitations about joining. This vote simply confirms what I had felt then and feel now, that USABH has the right leadership in place which will lead this organization to a Gold Medal in a future ISBHF World Championship while continuing to grow the game here in America. I’m honored to be a part of it, and I look forward to working with the ISBHF from the Media & Marketing side to help continue advancing this incredible sport towards the future with an eye on the Olympics. USABH has world class talent in the right positions, both on and off the rink, and I fully expect us to be competitive at every future World Championship.

USABH Vice President Tom Ruiz added “We’re very proud that the ISBHF saw how committed we are to the sport, and that we have spent many hours preparing for this vote with the goal of joining the ISBHF. I couldn’t be happier, and I know the team is excited to get to work. This is a very proud day for all of us at USA Ball Hockey, and it wouldn’t have been possible without everyone here at USABH coming together to make this outcome a reality.”

The next ISBHF World Championship is scheduled for 2020, with both Juniors and Masters Championship tournaments taking place in Europe.

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Men’s Masters Team USA Roster Announcement

Congratulations to these outstanding men for making the 2020 USA Men’s Masters Team USA roster! Please join us in wishing them all the best in their quest for Gold!

General Manager – Chris Caplan
Head Coach – Jeff Jordan
Assistant Coach – Rip Manion
Assistant Coach – Mark O’Neill

GM Chris Caplan and Head Coach Jeff Jordan are entering the team into the Holiday Bash tournament in Feasterville, PA, which is organized by Cool Hockey Events. They plan to use the tournament as the first warm up and also as a measuring stick to determine where the team stands now in terms of preparation versus where they need to be.

Congratulations again to all the players!

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USA Ball Hockey Introduces Angelo Terrana as the New Women’s National Team General Manager

BOSTON — USA Ball Hockey (USABH) is excited to announce that Angelo Terrana of Washington, D.C. has accepted the offer to become General Manager of the Women’s U.S. National Team, effective immediately. Terrana replaces Jason Kelly of Media, PA, who retired from his role as General Manager in October of 2019.

“I’ve known Angelo many years. He is taking over a team that has won two straight Silver Medals. With the process and foundation he is setting up, we know the players will be in a great position to execute on our goals. We believe Angelo is the best fit to lead us to the Gold Medal we want for the program,” said Director of Hockey Operations Cory Herschk.

Terrana has a hockey history that dates back to his childhood and spans some four decades. He has always had a passion for helping the Women’s Division, as he currently serves as the Women’s Masters Division General Manager.

Terrana was a member of the 2014 and 2016 Men’s Masters National Teams. He was also an Assistant GM to Jason Kelly for the 2016 Women’s Masters National Team and the 2017 Women’s Nation Team. He continues to be an active participant in the hockey scene of the greater Washington, D.C. area.

Terrana said that it was during his preparations for next year’s ISBHF 2020 Masters World Championships that he was approached by USA Ball Hockey for the open position. It was an easy yes for him to accept the task.

“I’m humbled, honored, and excited to get working. Learning from Jason Kelly really prepared me to take the next step in helping our players execute at the highest levels. I am very focused on helping the Women’s Division by instituting a program that is focused on some key factors, such as ensuring preparations, logistics, and talent selection are handled with absolute professionalism. This will help ensure that when the time comes for the team to take the rink at the 2021 ISBHF World Championships, the only thing they’ll have to focus on is executing,” said Terrana.

“The Masters Division has always held a special place in my heart, and I am determined to see them through towards their goal in 2020. Simultaneously, I will be preparing for the 2021 World Championship and when the 2020 tournament is over, my full attention will be devoted towards this outstanding program.” he added.

Added USA Ball Hockey Vice President Tom Ruiz, “I’ve known Angelo to be a man of outstanding character with an exceptional level of attention to detail. We couldn’t be happier that he said yes to help the Women in their quest. We have every confidence he is the right man to lead this program.”

“We are excited Angelo will be joining the US Women’s National Team. We are at a pivotal point in setting the foundation and direction for the Women’s program and Angelo brings a new perspective and energy to the staff. I look forward to working with him.” said Alessandra Glista, Assistant Director of Hockey Operations who oversees the Women’s Division.

“I have always believed when it comes to leadership that you need to trust your talent and put them in a position to be successful, and enable them to succeed out on the floor. Part of my job will be ensuring they only have to worry about execution on the rink and not all of the other items that go along with running a world class program that is competing against the best in the world,” added Terrana.

“I especially want to thank Jason Kelly for all his help in preparing me for this day. And I also want to thank the USA Ball Hockey Board of Directors for affording me this tremendous opportunity. I know how hard it is to win in this sport, and my commitment to the board, to the program, and to the players, is to give 100% of my ability to get us prepared to execute at the highest level,” said Terrana in closing.

“Angelo is a hockey guy through and through and has been around the Women’s program for many years. He’s earned the respect of the community, and when we approached him, we knew quickly that he was absolutely the right choice. I look forward to working with him to establish a program that really sets the table for USA Ball Hockey to win both on and off the rink,” said USA Ball Hockey President Chris Banks.

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Head Athletic Trainer Joins Olympic Snowboarding Team

USA Ball Hockey is happy to share that our Head Athletic Trainer, Ben Quigley, has been offered the opportunity to join the USA Snowboarding: Slopestyle and Big Air Teams, which will give him his first ever experience as an Athletic Trainer in the next Winter Olympic games. Ben made the decision after discussions with USA Snowboarding and some talks with his family.

“Being a part of the ISBHF World Championships in Slovakia with USABH was one of the most rewarding experiences of my career. Working with a national team has always been a dream of mine. Being able to do it with an organization like USA Ball Hockey was truly an amazing experience and one that I cherish,” said Mr. Quigley.

Ben will still be dedicated to USA Ball Hockey, and will return as our Head Athletic Trainer for all three ISBHF World Championship events in 2020. Quigley adds, “I can’t wait to continue to grow as a professional and help the team in the upcoming World Championships.”

One of the things Ben tells USABH that he will miss most is working with top ranked Colgate University and their women’s ice hockey team, as well as Colgate’s tennis, swimming and diving teams. But this was an opportunity Ben couldn’t pass up.

“We’re very happy for Ben. He’s a fantastic trainer with a deep passion for helping others. I’m confident his contributions will continue to help athletes in whatever sport Ben decides to be a part of.” said USA Ball Hockey President Chris Banks.

“We look forward to having him continue to help us in 2020, and wish him nothing but the best in his new adventure.” said Banks.

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USA Ball Hockey Women’s General Manager Steps Down

USA Ball Hockey regretfully announces the resignation of Jason Kelly from the program. Jason’s years of dedication and commitment to the sport has helped propel ball hockey in the United States to levels never before reached.

Throughout Jason’s tenure managing the Women’s teams, he has been the guiding light for hundreds of women players. He has been a steadfast advocate for the Women’s game without equal. Jason leaves the program as a multi-medal winning General Manager across every division of Women’s Ball Hockey. His contributions will be missed. Jason has elected to focus his time more on his local community and most importantly, his family.

USA Ball Hockey’s President Chris Banks had this to say: “On behalf of everyone in the ball hockey community, thank you for everything. Your impact on the game will be felt for decades. It is upon the foundation you built which the Women’s National Program will grow and strive for more success. Your spirit and and knowledge will continue to be there with us every step of the way.”

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Pittsburgh Chipmunk All Stars Tournament

Pittsburgh area Chipmunk Dek Hockey All Stars. This past labor day weekend, the Pittsburgh chipmunk division, 4-7 year olds, had their last tournament of the summer in Brookline, PA. Six teams competed so hard and left everything out there. Everyone involved went above and beyond. Every team had fun, every player had a smile on their face.
The first semi-final of the day had Team Pittsburgh Sharks knocking off the Murrysville Dragons. Then the second semi-final had the Cranberry Screaming Eagles beating the Murrysville Sharks.

In the the finals under the lights. Cranberry came out strong going up 2-0 in the first period. Team Pittsburgh answered with 2 goals of their own in the second to tie up the game, and then Cranberry went up 3-2 in the 3rd. Team Pittsburgh tied it up late in the 3rd forcing OT. They then finished the comeback winning it in OT with 35 seconds left.

Pittsburgh area Chipmunk Dek Hockey All Stars. This summer was awesome for this chipmunk division. 4 tournaments, 4 great finals and a bunch of nail biters along the way.
Thanks to Dan Cunningham and Stacy Rush from Brookline for running a great event over the weekend. Thanks to John Sylvestor for reffing all day. And lastly, thanks to the hockey families for joining us in these tournaments and making great memories with your kids.

Watch out for next summer, this chipmunk division is growing. Bigger and better things coming. These kids are future USA Ball Hockey players in the making. Come get on board next summer!

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Junior Division Women’s U20 News – Staff and Coaching Selections

USA Ball Hockey Assistant Director of Hockey Operations Announces U20 Women’s Staff and Coaching Selections

BOSTON — USA Ball Hockey Assistant Director of Hockey Operations, Alessandra Glista (Winthrop, MA) announces the management and coaching staffs for the USA Women’s National U20 Team that will compete at the 2020 Women’s Juniors World Championship in Slovakia.

Dorene Sheets (Grand Forks, BC) has been named the head coach of the 2020 team Kristi Kehoe (North Andover, MA) and Paul Paradine (Ithaca, NY) as assistant coaches. Thomas Bricklemyer (Philadelphia, PA), the goaltending coach for the US Women’s National Team, will also serve as the Goalie Consultant for the junior’s program.

Sheets comes with a wealth of coaching experience across all levels in ice hockey and ball hockey. The assistant coach for the 2019 USWNT that will compete at the ISBHF World Championship, Sheets was the assistant coach for the 2017 USWNT that won the program’s first-ever silver medal. She also served as the assistant coach in 2007.

Kehoe was a four-year member of Northeastern University’s women’s ice hockey team. She currently serves as the program director and head coach of the 19U Boston Jr Shamrocks girls ice hockey program and the director of girls player development for USA Hockey’s New England District. Previously she was the head coach of the Kunlun Red Star Women’s Jr ice hockey team, assistant coach for the Chinese National U18 team and head coach of New England College women’s ice hockey team.

Paradine has served as a coach with the University of Toronto’s women’s ice hockey and has served as a coach in the Toronto Women’s Ball Hockey League, the Northwestern Toronto Women’s Ice Hockey Association and the United Women’s Ball Hockey Foundation in Massachusetts. He was a member of the USA Men’s Old Glory Hockey Club for the World Masters Ball Hockey Championships in 2018.

Bricklemyer, or Mr. B, was the goaltending coach for the 2017 silver-medal winning USWNT and the 2018 silver-medal winning master’s team. An ice hockey coach who has coached all levels, he helped guide the 2017 women’s program to a 1.85 goals-against average and .918 save percentage.

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USABH is the premier ball hockey organization in the United States and possesses a comprehensive reach nationally, at all levels of play, thanks to strategic alliances with key organizations. We are focused on growing the game, from the beginner youth levels through international competition. USABH’s intention is to facilitate national teams and unify all juniors, men’s, women’s and masters programs and events.

Media inquiries: Please contact Marketing and Communications Director Chris Bokuniewicz at cbokuniewicz@usabh.org.

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Women’s Masters Division News – Staff and Coaching Selections

USA Ball Hockey Assistant Director of Hockey Operations Announces Women’s Staff and Coaching Selections

BOSTON — USA Ball Hockey Assistant Director of Hockey Operations, Alessandra Glista (Winthrop, MA) announces the management and coaching staffs for the USA Women’s National Masters Team Blue and Team Red that will compete at the 2020 Women’s Masters Ball Hockey Championship in the Czech Republic.

Angelo Terrana (West Islip, NY) has been named general manager and Chris Thorp (Kelowna, B.C.) as assistant GM. Terrana comes to the program having served as the assistant general manager of the USA Women’s National Team that won silver at the 2017 ISBHF World Championship and a two-time player for the men’s Masters program. Thorp is currently an assistant coach under Terrana for the First Ladies Ball Hockey Team based in Washington, D.C.

Shawn Mulcahy (Lynn, MA) returns as the head coach of Team Blue, as well as his assistant coaches Jason Glista (Winthrop, MA) and Paul White (Lynnfield, MA). Team Red’s coaching staff comprised of head coach Jackie Spiegel (Brooklyn, NY) and assistants Jake Denne (McKeesport, PA) and Chris Howdeshell (Limestone, ME) return as well. Thomas Bricklemyer (Philadelphia, PA), the goaltending coach for the US Women’s National Team, will also serve as the goalie consultant for the master’s program.

Mulcahy, will be making his fourth appearance as the head coach for Team Blue. The three-time ISBHF Women’s Masters Championship silver medalist also served as an assistant coach for the US Women’s National Team in 2011.

Glista, who won a silver medal with the USWNT at the 2017 ISBHF World Ball Hockey Championship in Pardubice, Czech Republic, will be running Team Blue’s offense for the fourth consecutive year. A three-time masters silver medalist, he also served as an assistant coach for the USWNT in 2011, 2013 and 2015.

White, who served under Mulcahy in 2016 and 2018, returns as the defensive coach for Team Blue. A silver medalist at the ISBHF Women’s Masters Championship in 2016 and 2018, White has served as a player and coach with the Lynn (MA) Seahawks ice hockey program for many years.

Spiegel and her staff led Team Red to its first-ever bronze medal at the 2018 Women’s Masters Championship in Bermuda. In 2016, she served as an assistant coach for Team Red after playing on the inaugural team in 2014. In addition to her work with the master’s program, she was an assistant coach for the first-ever women’s U20 team that competed on the international stage in 2018 and is the assistant GM of the USWNT.

Denne will be returning for his third tournament as the offensive coach for Team Red. He has coached the Stanley Cupcakes (D.C.) women’s program for more than four years, with his focus on working with the forwards. An experienced coach, Denne spent a year as a graduate assistant football coach at Carnegie Mellon University.

Howdeshell is returning as the defensive coach for USA’s Team Red after holding the same position at the 2016 and 2018 tournament. An experienced ball hockey player at the tournament level, Howdeshell began coaching in 2015 with the Stanley Cupcakes (D.C.) women’s program.

Bricklemyer, or Mr. B, was the goaltending coach for the 2017 silver-medal winning USWNT and the 2018 silver-medal winning master’s team. An ice hockey coach who has coached all levels, he helped guide the 2017 women’s program to a 1.85 goals-against average and .918 save percentage.

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USABH is the premier ball hockey organization in the United States and possesses a comprehensive reach nationally, at all levels of play, thanks to strategic alliances with key organizations. We are focused on growing the game, from the beginner youth levels through international competition. USABH’s intention is to facilitate national teams and unify all juniors, men’s, women’s and masters programs and events.

Media inquiries: Please contact Marketing and Communications Director Chris Bokuniewicz at cbokuniewicz@usabh.org.

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