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THE HOCKEY COMMUNITY lost one of its long-time leaders
in safety and innovation with the passing of Dr. Alan Ashare
at 85 years old. Ashare was an influential leader and co-chair
of USA Hockey's Safety and Protective Equipment Committee.
Among his many notable accomplishments, he was responsible
for the creation of the Heads Up, Don't Duck program in 1995 that
is used throughout the country to educate players about neck and
spine safety and served as team physician for several USA Hockey
national teams.
Remembering
Dr. Alan Ashare
COLLEGE HOCKEY
A Monumental Moment
Tennessee State University To Become First HBCU To
Introduce Collegiate Ice Hockey
p Tennessee State University is set to make history by becoming the first histor-
ically black college or university to offer ice hockey at the collegiate level. The
addition of ice hockey highlights the university's dedication to fostering diversity,
inclusion, and expanding athletic opportunities for students.
"Bringing ice hockey to Tennessee State University is a part of our continued
commitment to provide our students with new opportunities and to broaden new
interests in areas where they have traditionally had limited or no access," said
TSU President Glenda Glover. "We appreciate our ongoing partnership with the
Nashville Predators which has played a pivotal role in our decision to pursue this
historic undertaking, of starting an ice hockey program at TSU, and the first for
an HBCU. TSU has a tremendous legacy in athletics. Adding ice hockey to our pro-
grams will start a new chapter and build upon that legacy."
TSU will commence its inaugural season in 2024, signaling a new era for the
university. TSU will initially offer a men's non-varsity program, but aspires to ulti-
mately have NCAA Division I men's and women's hockey programs.
The foray into collegiate ice hockey represents a significant milestone for
Tennessee State University and the broader HBCU community. By breaking barri-
ers and creating fresh opportunities, TSU Hockey aims to establish a lasting lega-
cy of inclusion, excellence, and athletic accomplishment.
p CLICK HERE to learn more about TSU's creation of a college hockey team.
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