Coaching Tips

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Drag Touch

After pushing off, fully extend your pushing (left) leg and drag the first two or three inches of the left inside edge (called "the toe") on the ice for about two seconds... Read more.

Hockey Training for Different Age Groups

In recent years sports scientists have spoken out emphatically about the harmful effects of premature and over-intense athletic training of young children. Many complain that hockey programs for youngsters are too intense... Read more.

How Good is Good Enough?

Over the years I've noticed that the majority of hockey players enroll in power skating programs once, occasionally twice. Only a minority of players considers it to be an integral and ongoing aspect of their hockey development... Read more.

Quickness Training

Quickness is most effective when players move their legs correctly, powerfully, through their full range of motion and as rapidly as possible... Read more.

Transitional Moves

Several technical components must be combined and coordinated to execute quick transitions: Strong knee bend, edge control, perfect balance, powerful pushes, proper use of the arms, transfer of body weight, and rapid leg speed. Awareness, anticipation, creativity, and mental and physical toughness are also imperative. These skills CAN be improved upon with good teaching and many years of perfect practice... Read more.