First IIHF Equipment Manager Training in Belgium a Success First IIHF Equipment Manager Training in Belgium a Success

Last weekend marked a milestone for Belgian ice hockey with the very first official Equipment Manager training, organized by the Royal Belgian Ice Hockey Federation (RBIHF). This three-day hands-on course, supported by the IIHF and USA Hockey, took place in Mechelen under the guidance of Max Elberty, a seasoned expert from USA Hockey. Eight enthusiastic participants received intensive, practical training, each paired in teams to ensure a highly technical and immersive experience.

To complement the training, RBIHF hosted an international U14 tournament featuring national development teams from Scotland, England, and Norway. This event provided trainees with a unique opportunity to apply their newly acquired skills in a real-worl...

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Posted on August 31, 2025 at 11:55 by MV
Become a Certified Equipment Manager ? Applications Now Open Become a Certified Equipment Manager ? Applications Now Open

Applications are closed for our unique "Ice Hockey Equipment Manager" course. This three-day program combines theory and practice, giving you real experience behind the scenes of an ice hockey team.

To...

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Posted on July 31, 2025 at 12:00 by MV
RBIHF Ends Inline Hockey Activities Following IIHF Directive RBIHF Ends Inline Hockey Activities Following IIHF Directive

Bekkevoort, July 30, 2025 ? Following a directive from the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) requiring all Member National Associations (MNAs) to govern only ice hockey under a single body, the Royal Belgian Ice Hockey Federation (RBIHF) has officially ended all inline hockey activities as of July 1, 2025. This decision brings the RBIHF into full compliance with IIHF governance standards and allows the Federation to fully dedicate its efforts to the development and promotion of ice hockey in Belgium.

All Belgian inline hockey clubs were informed in advance and have since ...

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Posted on July 30, 2025 at 21:00 by MV
Kortrijk Spurs Working Hard to Keep Ice Hockey Alive for All Players Kortrijk Spurs Working Hard to Keep Ice Hockey Alive for All Players

While many are enjoying a well-deserved summer break, ice hockey club HC Kortrijk Spurs is hard at work preparing for the upcoming season.

Following the rejection of the latest environmental permit, ice rink De Piste is working closely with the club to find a solution that will allow the season to start on time. Despite this challenge, the club remains confident in a successful restart.

The club is doing everything it can to ensure that all players can continue practicing their sport in Kortrijk. That commitment is at the heart of their current efforts.

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Posted on July 26, 2025 at 12:00 by MV