A Coach’s Notebook

The Offensive “Bag of Tricks”

By PantherPride | March 26, 2025
The Offensive “Bag of Tricks”

At times, this one seemed humorous. Yet, it really was sad… What I’m getting at are my observations of a long ago college guy who once played for me.  Actually, he was a pretty talented forward.  At the same time, he would sometimes get absolutely killed because he was what one might call a “one-trick…

Let’s “Think” Goaltending!

By CoachC | March 25, 2025
Let’s “Think” Goaltending!

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Maintaining the Advantage with in-Game Fueling

By CoachC | March 21, 2025
Maintaining the Advantage with in-Game Fueling

Kim’s passion is showing youth ice hockey parents how to create simple and easy meals to help their skater’s increase their speed and stamina on the ice.

About Goaltending Help

By CoachC | March 18, 2025
About Goaltending Help

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A Puckhandler’s Field of Vision

By CoachC | March 15, 2025
A Puckhandler’s Field of Vision

Meagan B asks, “I’m wondering now about how to develop better vision on the ice when I’m handling the puck…

Coach Has Favourites

By CoachC | March 10, 2025

We’re thrilled to present Shawnee Harlee’s insights as she addresses the well worn player complaint, that their Coach Has Favourites…

The Best Hockey Shooting Advice I Can Offer

By CoachC | March 7, 2025
The Best Hockey Shooting Advice I Can Offer

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Handling More Than One Problem At Once

By CoachC | March 5, 2025
Handling More Than One Problem At Once

How well will comfortably dribbling a puck or ball in place really prepare a player for game action?  I’d say, not very…

Organizing a Floorball League

By CoachC | March 2, 2025
Organizing a Floorball League

Hello Gregg, and it’s fantastic to hear about your interest in starting a floorball league in your area. Floorball is a great way to develop young hockey players’ skills and keep them engaged during the off-season. Now, here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get rolling… Starting a floorball league in your county within Georgia…

Help for Beginner Cross-overs

By CoachC | February 28, 2025
Help for Beginner Cross-overs

A few days ago, member Scott T. messaged me about my article on “A Difference in Hockey Teaching Levels“.  As Scott said, “I find a lot of truth here”, in reference to some of the nervousness experienced by adult level beginners as they try new things. Scott went on to say that he has “several…