In 1949 there was not a single hockey rink or organized team in Edina. The first high school hockey team was organized in 1950 and, with the help of the hockey players, a rink was built at the high school. The Edina Hockey Program was organized in 1951.

In 1951, a Peewee team was started, which was the beginning of Edina’s Village program. The impact of this program was felt three years later when many of these same players led Edina to its first Lake Conference high school championship. The Edina Hockey Association was started in 1957.

The current Edina program is divided into AA, A, B1, B2 and C levels for Peewees and Bantams; A, B1, B2 and C levels for Squirts; A, B1 and B2 levels for 10U’s and 12U’s; and A and B for 15U’s. Termites, Mites and 8U participate in an in-house league. For high school aged players, 16U, Junior Gold and 19U levels are available.

The EHA operates under the guidelines of USA Hockey and Minnesota Hockey. Minnesota Hockey has divided the state into several districts and Edina is a member of District 6. Edina’s youth hockey program has a rich history and has contributed to many wonderful memories for past players, parents and coaches. Along the way, Edina youth hockey teams have won three National Championships, more than 50 State championships and numerous District championships. During the 2020-2021 season, 14 teams competed in state tournaments. State championship banners hang over the ice in Braemar Arena’s South rink.

Players who have come up through the EHA have led Edina to more Boys’ High School State Championships than any other high school in Minnesota.

The EHA girls program started in 1993. Currently, Minnesota has more girls playing than any state in the country, and Edina leads District 6 and Minnesota Hockey in overall participation by girls. During the 2013-2014 season, the EHA Girls Hockey program received the Female Honors Award from the Minnesota District of USA Hockey. The award acknowledged the EHA as a leader in the growth, development and promotion of ice hockey for females in the U.S.

The EHA has more than 1,200 boys and girls, ages 4 to 18 years, registered for hockey.

CORNERSTONE WALL

For over sixty years, the Edina Hockey Association (EHA) has thrived due in large part to the commitment of its volunteers. By definition an Association is – a group of people organized for a joint purpose. The success and tradition of Edina Hockey is unparalleled in the state of MN and is the envy of many groups. Starting in the 2017 Hockey Season the EHA intends to recognize the Cornerstones of our volunteer organization on an annual basis.
EHA Cornerstones defined:

A committed and proven EHA volunteer, Coach or Board Member, who has successfully dedicated time and talent. Through their efforts, the EHA has become a stronger organization and its players have had an opportunity to grow, develop and thrive.

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