Through ‘A Step aHead’, complimentary baseline concussion testing will be offered to all AHAI members ages 13-18 from Nov. 1, 2011 through Feb. 1, 2012, as well as educational programs to youth players throughout the AHAI program. The testing is used to establish a baseline of normal cognitive function for each individual athlete, the results of which are then used as part of comprehensive clinical evaluation following any head trauma.

The four groups have pledged to educate the Illinois youth hockey community on the importance of concussion management. For more information, visit www.chicagoblackhawks.com/youthhockey, and for resources and information on how AHAI members can register, visit www.athletico.com/impact.