A Coach’s Notebook

Two Sides of a Coin

By CoachC | May 14, 2024

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

What Matters Gets Measured

By CoachC | April 15, 2024

Coach Chic’s initial reaction to Shawnee Harle’s current video presentation is “Hmmmmmmmm…” Ya, Shawnee, why don’t certain other things get measured?

The Greatest Changes CAN Take Place FROM HERE ONWARD!

By CoachC | April 12, 2024

Although a lot of folks view hockey time as something like September to March (or April), I have to share a different — very important — slant on that…