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🏴 From everyone at the UK Ice Hockey Players Association, we’d like to wish the England Football Team the very best of luck! ⚽🤍❤️

No matter the sport, representing your country is one of the greatest honours an athlete can achieve. We know the dedication, sacrifice and commitment it takes to wear the Three Lions with pride.

From all of us at UKIHPA, we’re behind you every step of the way. Enjoy the occasion, play with passion, and make the nation proud.

Good luck, England! 👏🏆 England football team

🏒 UKIHPA Parents’ 5 Questions of the Week 🏒

At UKIHPA, we believe that parents are one of the most important voices in our game.

You dedicate countless hours travelling the country, investing in equipment, paying fees, supporting your children through the highs and lows, and standing proudly behind them every step of the way.

Now, we want to hear from you.

Each week we’ll be asking 5 simple questions covering topics that matter most to hockey families—from safeguarding and player welfare to costs, communication and player development.

This week’s questions are in the graphic below. We’d love you to answer one… or all five!

💬 Your experiences.
💬 Your opinions.
💬 Your ideas.

Every comment helps us better understand the challenges facing families across British ice hockey and strengthens the voice of players, parents and the wider hockey community.

If there’s something you don’t feel comfortable discussing publicly, please remember that our inbox is always open. Whether you have a question, concern, need advice, or simply want someone to listen, we’re here to support you and your family.

Please keep the discussion respectful and constructive—there are no right or wrong answers. Together, we can help shape a stronger, safer future for everyone involved in our game.

👇 Answer the questions in the comments and tag another hockey parent who should join the conversation. Let’s get the conversation started!

🏒 Best of luck to everyone competing this weekend at the 3ICE World Cup in Belfast! 🇬🇧

From everyone at UKIHPA, we’d like to wish Great Britain and every team taking part a fantastic tournament.

To all the players, coaches, officials, support staff and volunteers – we hope you enjoy an exciting weekend of fast-paced hockey, great sportsmanship and unforgettable memories.

A special good luck to Team GB as they represent the nation on home ice in Belfast. Wear the jersey with pride and leave everything on the ice.

No matter which nation you’re supporting, let’s celebrate everything that’s great about our sport and continue to grow the game together.

Good luck to all involved – we’ll be cheering you on! 👏🏒

One Game. One Family. One Association. 3ICE

🏒❤️ Happy Father’s Day from everyone at UKIHPA ❤️🏒

Today we celebrate the dads, stepdads, grandads and father figures who are the backbone of our hockey community.

From the early morning starts and long journeys, to the words of encouragement after a tough game, your support helps make our sport what it is.

Thank you for the sacrifices you make, the values you teach, and for always being our biggest supporters both on and off the ice.

To every hockey dad and father figure across the UK and beyond – we appreciate you.

You make the game possible. www.ukihpa.com

Today, UKIHPA Director Marc Twaite had the pleasure of attending the England Ice Hockey Level 1 & Level 2 Coaching Course at the Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham.

The course, delivered by Peter Winn and Geoff Keeley, provided a fantastic insight into the education, development and support available to coaches within the game. It was great to see around 40 coaches investing their time and commitment into furthering their knowledge and helping drive standards forward across British ice hockey.

UKIHPA was proud to drop in and speak with those in attendance, explaining how we support and represent not only players, but also coaches, managers, officials and support staff throughout the sport.

Marc Twaite said:

“What a wonderful insight today. It was great to spend time with our good friends Peter Winn and Geoff Keeley as they delivered an excellent course. Thank you both for your hospitality and for the important work you continue to do in developing coaches across the game. We look forward to working with coaches and managers in the future and supporting them wherever we can.”

Marc Twaite added:

“It was lovely to see Reg, Chris Wilcox and so many other coaches at the course today. I had some great conversations throughout the day and it was encouraging to see the passion, commitment and desire to continue developing the game. Thank you to everyone who took the time to chat with us and learn more about what UKIHPA is doing for coaches, managers and players.”

A huge thank you to everyone involved in today’s course and for making UKIHPA feel so welcome. England Ice Hockey www.ukihpa.com

TRUSTED ASSOCIATE ANNOUNCEMENT

We are incredibly proud to welcome Sport Excellence as the latest UKIHPA Trusted Associate.

At UKIHPA, player welfare, mental wellbeing and personal development are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why partnering with organisations that share those values is so important.
Sport Excellence are leaders in providing sports psychology support for children, young athletes and their families. Through their experienced team of accredited professionals, they help young people build confidence, resilience, manage pressure, improve performance and develop the skills needed to thrive both in sport and everyday life.

This partnership provides a valuable pathway for our members and their families to access trusted psychological support from professionals who understand the unique challenges faced by young athletes.

As the game continues to evolve, so must the support available to those playing it. We are delighted to have David and the Sport Excellence team joining the UKIHPA family and look forward to working together to support the next generation of hockey players.
Please join us in welcoming Sport Excellence to UKIHPA.

🏒 One Game. One Family. One Association.

🏒 UKIHPA LEGACY AMBASSADOR ANNOUNCEMENT 🏒

The United Kingdom Ice Hockey Players Association is delighted to announce the appointment of Iain Robertson as a UKIHPA Legacy Ambassador.

Iain’s contribution to our sport spans many years, having proudly played across Scotland with clubs in Fife, Edinburgh, Dundee, Paisley, and Ayr, while also achieving the honour of representing Great Britain on the international stage.

His dedication, passion, and commitment to ice hockey have earned him the respect of teammates, opponents, and supporters alike. Having experienced the game at multiple levels throughout his career, Iain brings a wealth of knowledge and experience that will be invaluable to UKIHPA and our members.

As a Legacy Ambassador, Iain joins a growing team of highly respected figures within British ice hockey who are committed to supporting players, officials, staff, and families while helping preserve the rich history and traditions of our sport.

Speaking about his appointment, Iain said:
“I have always wanted nothing but the very best for the future of British ice hockey. The game has given me so much throughout my life, and I’m excited to be part of an organisation that is working hard to support players, families and the wider hockey community. I believe UKIHPA has an important role to play in the future of our sport, and I’m proud to be involved as a Legacy Ambassador.”

We are honoured to welcome Iain to the UKIHPA family and look forward to working alongside him as we continue to build a stronger future for hockey across the United Kingdom.

Please join us in welcoming Iain Robertson to the UKIHPA team. Iain Robertson

🏒 One Game. One Family. One Association. www.ukihpa.com

🏒 WHEN THE GAME GETS TOUGH… WHO’S IN YOUR CORNER?

Ice hockey can be one of the most rewarding sports in the world — but it can also bring challenges.

Injuries.
Selection disappointments.
Welfare concerns.
Contract issues.
Mental health struggles.
Disciplinary matters.
Life after hockey.

At UKIHPA, we believe nobody should have to face those challenges alone.

We are proud to provide independent support, guidance and representation for players, families, officials and staff across the United Kingdom.

Because hockey is more than just a game.

It’s a community.
It’s a family.

And when you need someone in your corner, we’re here.

🛡️ Protection
⚖️ Representation
❤️ Welfare & Wellbeing
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Support
🎓 Education & Development
🤝 Independent Advice

One Game. One Family. One Association.

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🇬🇧🏒 UKIHPA BACKING OUR BOYS AT THE MIHWA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS IN GERMANY! 🏒🇩🇪

Everyone at UKIHPA would like to wish our good friend Oscar Wightman and all of the British players competing at the MIHWA World Championships the very best of luck.

We are incredibly proud to see UKIHPA helmet stickers on show as the lads represent Great Britain on the international stage, competing against some of the very best inline hockey talent from around the world.

This is exactly what our association is all about — supporting players, building relationships, and standing alongside our members wherever hockey takes them.

To Oscar and the entire Team GB squad, enjoy every minute, compete hard, make memories, and most importantly do yourselves, your families, your clubs, and your country proud.

The whole UKIHPA family is behind you.

WE’VE GOT YOUR BACK! 💙❤️

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