Hockey buff here looking for some stats - does anyone know which states boast the most high school hockey teams? Would be helpful for a little research project I've got going.
Sure, I can provide some general information on this topic, though statistics may vary slightly year to year. In terms of the number of high school hockey teams, several states are known for their strong hockey cultures which consequently means they have high numbers of school teams.
Minnesota arguably leads the country in terms of pure hockey interest, tradition, and participation. Often called "The State of Hockey", Minnesota reportedly has over 200 boys' hockey teams and about 150 girls' teams at the high school level.
Massachusetts and Michigan also boast high numbers of high school hockey teams, ranking second and third behind Minnesota. These states are known for their long-standing hockey traditions and they each have over 100 teams.
In the East, New York and Pennsylvania also have many high school hockey teams, thanks to the popularity of the sport in those regions.
Hope this info helps with your research!
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