A hiccup (/ËhÉªkÉpËËhÉªkÊp/ HIK-Ép, HIK-up; also spelled hiccough) is an involuntary contraction (myoclonic jerk) of the diaphragm that may repeat several times per minute. In medicine, it is known as synchronous diaphragmatic flutter (SDF), or singultus, Latin for the act of catching one's breath while sobbing.
Online Age-Specific Modules. USA Hockey is pleased to announce that the online age-specific modules are available at this time. All modules must be completed by Dec. 31. You will need to complete the module(s) for the age level(s) of play that you are currently coaching. You do not need to retake a module if you completed it last season.
To qualify in a category, the player must be under the age limit as of December 31 of the current season. 1  Initiation: under 7 years of age AKA Hockey 1 and Hockey 2 and previously known as Mite and Tyke respectively. 2  Novice (Mite): under 9 years of age AKA Hockey 3 and Hockey 4.