Each year dozens of exceptional Ann Arbor families open their homes to 46 of the finest American amateur hockey players in the nation. These selfless families provide a vital service to the success of USA Hockey’s National Team Development Program. USA Hockey always needs families to take in players and provide homes and a family environment for the student-athletes who attend Ann Arbor Pioneer High School.

Nearly 200 NTDP players have been drafted by NHL teams, including number-one overall selections — Rick DiPietro, Erik Johnson and Patrick Kane. Over 60 NTDP alumni saw action in the NHL last season. Nearly 300 NTDP players have signed National Letters of Intent with NCAA Division I hockey programs.