NHL Player Development

Resources for NHL Players

The National Hockey League’s Player Development Program provides a variety of resources for current and former Players to assist them with furthering their professional and personal development.

The program is designed to create opportunities to identify or complete educational endeavors, build networking skills, create business and career foundations as well as personal growth. The NHL has established a network of Player Development contacts at all 32 Clubs to assist in administering Player Development programs.

Key Features

- Access to all the NHL’s Player Development resources, including: Education and Career Development (AthLife), NHL/NHLPA Player Orientation Program, Broadcast Training Camp, Fanatics Athlete Immersion Program, Visiting Player Program, Mental Wellness (Headspace), Learn to Play Hockey initiatives and NHL Coaches’ Association. 

- Information on the NHL’s business, partnerships, content and social media initiatives.

- Stay engaged with reminders and notifications.