More than just aerobics Aaron, the coach who signed Kathy up, started the program because he sensed an untapped market. He thought that the sport might appeal to neighborhood mothers who were tired of aerobics classes. What he found, instead, were women who wanted to get off the sidelines and onto the ice. Much to Aaron's surprise, most of the women were first-timers, many of whom had never played any organized sports as children. Nevertheless, these women knew more hockey statistics and strategy than many of their male counterparts, and they were ready to try out their own moves on the ice.
Hockey moms continue to help develop their own local teams and programs.
Kathy's program now has to turn women away while Elaine's team holds tryouts. As women's programs become more widespread, a greater number of women will make the transition from hockey mom to hockey player. The following links will help you find a team. If there's a team in your neighborhood, they will know. For more information about women's hockey , this site has extensive links to women's hockey teams across the U.S. and the world.