COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. - USA Hockey announced today a new "Friends of Hockey" membership category, designed to bring together hockey fans who do not play the sport but share a common interest in supporting the game.

"Friends of Hockey", which is available free of charge, will keep members up-to-date on the latest news and information from USA Hockey, including information ranging from U.S. teams in international competition, including the Olympic Winter Games, to Learn to Play programs.

Membership benefits include:

Automatic entry to all contests specific to "Friends of Hockey" members, including an annual drawing for a trip for two to the International Ice Hockey Federation World Championship.
Trial subscription (three issues) to USA Hockey Magazine, the most widely distributed hockey magazine in the world
Quarterly e-newsletter with USA Hockey information
$5 coupon at ShopUSAHockey.com

To be become a "Friends of Hockey" member, click here.