The Interior Youth Hockey Association (IYHA) was organized as a non-profit corporation to promote youth hockey in the Interior Alaska Region. The organization’s guiding philosophy is modeled after that of the USA Hockey National Team Development Program with the primary focus being placed on developing the skills and abilities of both players and coaches.
Our primary focus for the first several years will be to provide playing opportunities for Advanced Recreational players (Tier 3).
“Unlike other competitive athletic teams, the success of the NTDP is not gauged on wins and losses. Instead, the focus is on the development of skills and acquiring experience against older competitors.”
USA Hockey, National Team Development Program
