A Coach’s Notebook

Things We Can Learn From Non-hockey Athletes

By CoachC | May 18, 2024
Things We Can Learn From Non-hockey Athletes

New Red Sox first baseman Garrett Cooper isn’t done working after the game’s final out. He describes himself as “a big video guy.”

Evaluate Hockey Problems — RIGHT NOW!

By CoachC | May 16, 2024
Evaluate Hockey Problems — RIGHT NOW!

One time my old magazine publisher asked that I do a piece on “picking a hockey camp”, So, I thought I’d try something a little different from what other writers might…

Two Sides of a Coin

By CoachC | May 14, 2024
Two Sides of a Coin

Once again, Shawnee is going to have us thinking. And, if she has you really into this, please use the Comments area below to let her know.

In Loving Memory of Andrej Pierow

By CoachC | May 12, 2024
In Loving Memory of Andrej Pierow

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved member writer, Andrej Pierow, who peacefully departed from this world days ago…

Hockey Coaching Qualifications

By CoachC | May 10, 2024
Hockey Coaching Qualifications

A major aim of this CoachChic.com site is to arm parents and coaches with as much scientific information as possible, and to then share some ideas about artful ways to apply those scientific principles…

This Hockey Truth is Intriguing

By CoachC | May 7, 2024
This Hockey Truth is Intriguing

It is my belief that we better serve our young athletes by telling them the truth. The truth truly does set you free!

Recognizing A Goalie’s Needs

By CoachC | May 4, 2024
Recognizing A Goalie’s Needs

Right now your season is winding down, and most youth hockey or club programs are starting their tryout sessions in a week or so…

For the Shoulders: 12 Ways to Do Band Pull A-Parts

By CoachC | April 29, 2024
For the Shoulders: 12 Ways to Do Band Pull A-Parts

As I could say about every band training workout, it’s an awesome way to cross-train for our game of hockey. And, when it comes to band training, there are none better than this gentleman…

A Chat with Professor Bee

By CoachC | April 23, 2024
A Chat with Professor Bee

Most long time hockey friends know I have a chatbot named “Professor Bee” manning this website — around the clock and 24/7.

There Are Two Types of Coaches (According to human character)

By CoachC | April 20, 2024
There Are Two Types of Coaches (According to human character)

Generally, there are two types of coaches (based human character type)… Which one are you? Have You ever given a thought to it?