The COVID-19 pandemic saw much of the professional sports world and all of the youth sports world shut down completely. It was particularly difficult here in Canada, where nearly two seasons of youth hockey were lost. Hockey is seen as…
In Canada, many of us are introduced to the game of hockey at a very young age. Whether it is watching our hometown team on Hockey Night in Canada or hitting the ice ourselves for the first time on wobbly…
Hockey is an ever-evolving sport, but it isn’t just the game itself that has seen major changes. The new generation of players are entering the sport with different skillsets, attitudes, and goals. It can be a challenge for some old-timers…
It is a question that has long been asked, but until recently, a question that has not been given as much public thought as it may require. Should there be a difference between how we coach boys and girls? Does…
The most successful hockey teams at any age or skill level are full of “team players.” A “team player” is someone who looks out not only for themselves, but for everyone on their team. They work hard and inspire everyone…
Description Drill starts on a whistle then remains continuous. On the whistle, player 1 who is located just below the face off circle beside the net, goes behind the net to retrieve a puck and passes it (pass 1) to…
Coaching a minor hockey team is a lot of work. It requires many hours, time away from family (unless your child is on the team), and a lot of dedication. Coaches are committed to improving their team and teaching individual…
This is a whistle generated hockey drill. 2 players from each line go on each whistle. Always use the neutral zone face off dots as a guide. In this diagram, the players are always turning right (right turns around the…
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If you are an aspiring young hockey player or a family member of a player with professional dreams, you’ve probably thought hard about hockey agents or family advisors. The process of applying for NCAA scholarships or seeking out scouts from…
