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CHL Names Kevin V. Huhn Business Development Consultant
Markham, Ontario – December 18, 2007 - The Central Hockey League (CHL) announced today that Kevin V. Huhn has been appointed the league’s Business Development Consultant. During his more than 20 years with various Fortune 500 companies, Kevin specialized in relationship management, strategic business development and adult learning. Originally from Montreal, Huhn also has 30 years experience in hockey as a player, coach, mentor, instructor, scout, family advisor and parent. During 24 seasons, he coached most levels of minor hockey, from Montreal to Toronto and London, Ontario. Most recently, he was a scout for four seasons in the Ontario Hockey League.“Kevin is a welcome addition to the CHL,” said Rick Kozuback, President and CEO of Global Entertainment Corporation (AMEX: GEE), which operates the CHL through one of its subsidiary companies. “He has a wealth of experience in so many areas of the hockey world and I am confident he will develop the CHL to levels never achieved.”
Huhn has helped bolster the grass roots efforts of youth hockey in Canada and across North America, using print and broadcast media and another avenues. Through his book, Hockey-ology ‘The Ultimate Guide to Fun & Success for Minor Hockey’, he shares his knowledge and experience. He has created a unique and comprehensive resource for everyone involved in minor hockey, The Hockey Source - The Ultimate Resource for Youth Hockey. This organization is Huhn’s way of giving back to the sport and reaching his goal, “to better the game, by bettering the people.”
“The CHL is an organization with amazing people, who have the right focus,” says Huhn. “It’s an honor and a pleasure to be a part of a hockey league that focuses on developing its people in operational and administrative roles. I’ve followed the growth of the WPHL and CHL for the past 10 years and I’m looking forward to helping its advancement over the next 10 years and beyond.”
Kevin V. Huhn begins his new role immediately and can be reached at (480) 949-8600.
The Hockey Source and USA Hockey team up to add "Fun & Success" in youth hockey
USA Hockey and The Hockey Source have signed a four-year agreement that will enable the two organizations to work together, to provide adults and children with resources and tools to make their experience in hockey more enjoyable.
Kevin V. Huhn, founder of The Hockey Source (a multi-media company of TV, radio, internet and print media) and author of Hockey-ology said, "The winners in this agreement are the 2,000,000 plus people who are involved in youth hockey, such as coaches, parents, players, managers and other roles." He added, "The Hockey Source exists to make people's experience the best it can be for them."
"The Hockey Source's Team Management Training and the book Hockey-ology are two valuable resources for those involved in youth hockey." said Mark Tabrum, Director of Coaching Education, USA Hockey.
The types of resources that will be available throughout the U.S.A include the Team Management Training developed by The Hockey Source (THS), and the 2nd edition of Hockey-ology, the book written by Mr. Huhn. USA Hockey will position these resources, with their recommendation, to individuals through the USA Hockey website and their national events.
The Team Management Training Program consists of a 4-hour training course, a 57-page in depth course guide, a step-by-step customized resource manual called the Team Management System® (TMS), a 1-hour consultation with a management expert from The Hockey Source, unlimited email support, an on-ice tool for coaches called the Puck Catcher and a copy of Hockey-ology: The Ultimate Guide To Fun & Success for Minor Hockey.
Hockey-ology is a comprehensive book that gives the reader a 360-degree perspective of the game and is currently available at www.thehockeysource.tv.
The Hockey Source - The Ultimate Resource for Minor Hockey is a production of Fire 'n Idea Inc., a privately-owned corporation.
USA Hockey is the non-profit governing body for amateur hockey in the United
States.
Canada’s global leadership expected to continue through hockey
wins
at 2006 Olympics
Markham, Ontario – February 9, 2006 – Lovers of sports love predictions about their heroes. One hockey expert is predicting that Canada will take charge in the game at this year's Olympics, despite signs that teams around the world, such as their toughest competitors - the U.S., Sweden, and the Czech Republic - are becoming increasingly hungry for victory.
"Canada has been on a winning streak at the world level. Canadian players are getting younger, showing the depth of talent – the Juniors are now becoming the big names in hockey," says Kevin V. Huhn, broadcaster, author, philanthropist, and executive producer of The Hockey Source - The Ultimate Resource for Minor Hockey.
The leadership in hockey allows Canada to promote its expertise and develop alliances worldwide. Using the example of global corporations that have shared best practices in their fields through setting up operations abroad, Canada will further strengthen not only the growth of the sport worldwide, but also its national economy.
Millions of individuals around the world are involved in youth hockey, but only a small percentage move up to the professional level. For all the rest, the game provides fun & fitness. It also is the key to achieving success in every other aspect of life – from personal development, to community involvement, and career. Whether a game is won or lost, it offers the potential to teach many essential life lessons.
“I want to better the game, by bettering the people – no matter where it's played. My goal is to grow the greatest game around the world, and most of all, share the fun,” declares Huhn.
Having been active in minor hockey for 30 years, he shares his vision, knowledge,
and experience through:
1. Hockey-ology—The Ultimate Guide to Fun & Success for Minor
Hockey, his new book, now available in Canada’s Chapters and
Indigo stores. (He will kick off his national tour with a launch at Chapters
in Newmarket, Ontario on Sunday, February 19, starting at 1:00pm.) Minor and
youth hockey teams will benefit from his donation of 25% of book proceeds;
2. A 30 minute television show - The Hockey Source in Canada and the
U.S.A.;
3. A comprehensive and robust website: www.thehockeysource.tv;
4. A team of hockey experts respected in their fields assembled
by Huhn to help people get valuable information;
5. A line of products created to assist people in their various
roles in hockey.
The Hockey Source is a production of Fire ’n Idea Inc., a privately-owned
Canadian corporation
Everything you wanted to know about minor hockey: meet York Region’s Kevin V. Huhn, author of “Hockey-ology,” at the Chapters book store, Newmarket, Feb. 19 at 1:00 p.m.
The goal of Kevin V. Huhn – to better the people by bettering the game – led him to publish a comprehensive resource book, Hockey-ology - The Ultimate Guide to Fun & Success for Minor Hockey. Advance copies have been well received by people in the sport, including TV personality Don Cherry, who calls it a “great book.”
On February 19, 2006, in collaboration with Chapters - Indigo stores across Canada, the official launch will take place, with a book signing event at the Chapters Newmarket store, beginning at 1:00 p.m. The location is 17440 Yonge Street in Newmarket. There will be snacks, giveaways and surprise guests; more details are posted on the Chapters-Indigo website under “Store Locations & Events”.
Kevin is creator and executive producer of The Hockey Source – The Ultimate Resource for Minor Hockey, an omni-media venture that has received worldwide recognition. He has set a target of donating $500,000 to teams and individuals through the sale of his book.
The story of this Canadian author, broadcaster, manufacturer, and philanthropist began more than 30 years ago, when he was a young player in Montreal, Quebec. His commitment grew as he took on the roles of coach, scout, and manager, at levels of minor hockey, Junior A and the OHL. Over the years, the biggest challenge he experienced was getting quality information about the game for all roles. He wrote the definitive book on minor hockey to help people realize that success is not just for those who make it to the NHL and how to have fun where you are right now
The Hockey Source is a production of Fire ‘n Idea Inc., a privately-owned Canadian corporation.