SuperHEROS
In 2018, HEROS identified a gap in hockey programming: the western provinces of Canada had few options for young people with cognitive and physical challenges to play the sport in a safe and welcoming environment. SuperHEROS launched in Calgary, and now has programs in Edmonton, Regina, Winnipeg, and the BC Lower Mainland.
SuperHEROS is open to youth ages 7-17 with cognitive and physical challenges and like all HEROS programs, is completely free. We provide adapted on-ice curriculum focusing on station work from a Learn to Play perspective. We also provide players with opportunities to share the hockey experience with fellow HEROS and youth from other communities. Participants are supported every step of the way by a dedicated team of volunteer mentors who provide support on and off the ice.
Our SuperHEROS are provided with the same safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment as our Future Stars and All-Stars, and everyone wears the same jerseys – creating a sense of belonging with HEROS teammates across the country.
This has been a very long quest for our community, and I still have to pinch myself that it is actually happening. This is going to be something that is going to change many lives for a long time.”
SuperHEROS in the News
FROM ALONG THE BOARDS:
IN THE MEDIA:
Calgary goalies team up to support young hockey player
Global, February 20, 2023
Calgary’s Kevin Hodgson named winner of 2021 Willie O’Ree Community Hero Award
Sportsnet, June 16, 2021
Hodgson Taking HEROS Program To The Next Level
Calgary Booster Club
Real Life Superhero Hodgson Recognized for Community Efforts
NHLPA, June 15, 2021
[VIDEO] Regina Rebels named finalists in Chevrolet Good Deeds Cup for 2nd year in a row
CTV News Regina, February 19, 2021
[VIDEO] Calgary-created hockey program giving kids chance to be SuperHEROS
Global News, August 12, 2020
Regina’s Super HEROS hockey team gives kids with disabilities a chance to play
CBC News, October 29, 2019
[VIDEO] Heros Hockey Education launches new chapter in Regina
CTV News Regina, October 16, 2019
“Hockey Can Be for Everyone”
Hockey Regina via Twitter, October 16, 2019