University of Minnesota Athletics
2024 Science of Hockey
To participate, students (kindergarten through eighth grade) are invited to submit a 90 to 120 second video explaining one aspect of “The Science of Hockey.” Videos should demonstrate an understanding of a scientific aspect (physics, kinesiology, energy, momentum, etc.) and relate it to the sport of hockey. For example, a video may explain the physics behind skating or the speed of the puck after a slapshot.
Submissions can be from individuals or groups. This initiative was developed in partnership with the Science Museum of Minnesota, Minnesota Sports and Events, and Visit St. Paul. The contest is designed to emphasize the importance of science in sports.
Criterion: Videos will be evaluated based on scientific research, creativity, and communication.
Winner Selection: Entries will be organized into three groups: 1) kindergarten through second grade, 2) third through fifth grade, and 3) sixth through eighth grade and by individual or group for a total of six categories. A panel of judges will determine the one finalist selected from each category for six video finalists. From the group of finalists, the top 3 video entries overall will be named the winners.
Prizes: The 1st place winner will receive a World Junior Hockey Championship Jersey, Visit St. Paul Prize Pack, Gopher Athletic Items, and 4 Science Museum of Minnesota day passes. The 2nd place winner will receive Gopher Athletic Items, and 4 Science Museum of Minnesota day passes. The 3rd place winner will receive 4 Science Museum of Minnesota day passes.
For any questions, contact Garrett Mitchell (mitc1188@umn.edu).
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Jeff WinslowAssistant Athletic Director / Head Athletic Trainer
University of Minnesota
Jeff Winslow joined the Athletic Medicine staff at the University of Minnesota in 2007. Jeff was appointed Assistant Athletic Director/Head Athletic Trainer for Olympic Sports in 2021. Prior to that, Winslow served as Head Athletic Trainer for Olympic Sports from 2018 - 2021, as an Associate Athletic Trainer from 2016-18 and as an Assistant Athletic Trainer from 2007-16.
Winslow is a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) and MN State Licensed Athletic Trainer (LAT). He is a member of the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA), the Great Lakes Athletic Trainers Association (GLATA) and the Minnesota Athletic Trainers Association (MATA). Jeff is proficient in Upper and Lower Body Active Release Techniques (ART®), holds certification in Graston Technique® M1 & M2, Blood Flow Restriction training (BFR) and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Jeff has presented at numerous local and international conferences/symposiums.
Kelly McKenziePerformance Physiologist
Human Powered Health
Edina, MN
Kelly is a Performance Physiologist at Human Powered Health, where athletes and all people find their health and human performance potential. Before working at Human Powered Health, Kelly worked as a weightlifting coach at a private facility. Kelly also has several years of collegiate athletic performance coach experience including at the University of Minnesota, University of Kansas, and Kentucky Wesleyan College.
She earned her Masters of Science (MS) through A.T. Still University focusing on human performance, and her undergrad through University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire (BS) while running track and field. She was a 100 m hurdler and short sprinter. She has her NSCA-CSCS and USA-Weightlifting Level 2.