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We've all had that thought in those high profile cases in youth sports - how can abuse go on for so long without anyone knowing? There are a number of reasons: The Halo Effect (it couldn't be a person I know or my kids plays for). Kids being fearful of reporting incidents or getting an adult in trouble. Not talking to the youth membership (they know what's going on before anyone else). And non-compliant, sloppy and non-objective complaint processes...

Parents are the bridge between players and policy. Use this checklist to start conversations and ask for transparency and youth voice.

This post is in honor of all parents. Parents who hurt when their kids hurts. But it is even more dedicated to parents whose kids don't fit

When your child has a negative experience in hockey their age profoundly shapes how they interpret what happens to them — and more importantly, how they process, internalize and cope with situations that happen.