GROUNDBREAKING PLAYER RESOURCE PROGRAM WILL SUPPORT MEMBERS ON AND OFF THE ICE

The Professional Hockey Players’ Association (PHPA) is proud to announce the launch of The Professional Hockey Players’ Guild, a comprehensive new resource initiative designed to support players throughout every stage of their professional journey, from the first day of their career to life beyond the game as alumni. 

This dynamic program is built around four core pillars of support (Education, Career, Health & Wellness, and Perks), providing players and their families with the tools needed to thrive both during and after their playing careers.

These four pillars form the foundation of the Professional Hockey Players’ Guild, each designed to address a key area of a player’s personal and professional journey:

• Education: Access to scholarships, tuition support, and flexible learning pathways to help players pursue academic goals and lifelong learning.
   
• Career: Resources for career transition, resume building, mentorship opportunities, and job placement support, including partnerships with top employers and institutions.
   
• Health and Wellness: Mental health services, injury recovery programs, lifestyle coaching, and family health initiatives to ensure players and their loved ones stay physically and mentally strong.
   
• Perks: Exclusive discounts, partner offers, and member perks that reward players and their families throughout their time in the game and into retirement.

“The Professional Hockey Players’ Guild represents a significant step forward in how we serve our members,” said Brian Ramsay, Executive Director of the PHPA. “We’ve built a platform that recognizes the full scope of a player’s life – not just as athletes, but as students, professionals, parents, and community members.”

Available to all members from their first professional signing through their time as alumni, the program is tailored to meet the evolving needs of players at every stage of their path. Many offerings are also extended to spouses and families, reinforcing the PHPA’s commitment to holistic, inclusive support.

“This initiative is about more than just services, it’s about providing players with the ability to empower ourselves throughout our journey,” said Chris Terry of the American Hockey League’s Bridgeport Islanders. “The Guild is another example of how the union has our members’ long-term success in mind, helping us prepare for life after hockey while still performing at our best.”