Posts by CoachC
Developing Deception Through Visual Misdirection
In hockey, deception isn’t just a flashy move or a clever pass — it’s a mindset. It’s the ability to make an opponent believe one thing while preparing to do another….
Read MoreThe Geometry of Great Plays
Hockey is a sport of speed, strength, and creativity, but at its core, it is also a game of geometry. While it might not seem obvious during the chaos of a shift, the best plays are built on angles, spacing, and positioning.
Read MoreHockey in the Wild and Nature-Inspired Training
Nature has a way of throwing curveballs — whether it’s an uneven trail, a steep hill, or the simple challenge of training in unpredictable conditions…
Read MoreComing… September 2025
Folks should know I create this page as sort of a courtesy, trying to give visitors a sense of what’s “coming” within the next month…
Read MoreCoach Chic’s Hockey Podcast 66
Don’t forget to grab all you can from this awesome site, and make this coming month one to truly remember…
Read MoreThe Empty Net
In hockey, there’s a moment that feels like time slows down. The goalie has left the crease, the net stands wide open, and every player on the ice knows what’s at stake. It’s called an empty net, and…
Read More5-Minute Shoulder Mobility Flow to Try Out
Dave Schmitz, known as The Band Man, gives us an exercise that every hockey player — who has plenty of collisions — should be doing this 5-Minute Shoulder Mobility Flow to Try Out…
Read MoreWhat is Mental Toughness?
With mental toughness always being a key to solid hockey play, we’re thrilled to once again present Shawnee Harlee’s monthly insights into that area. And, in this entry video, she addresses the well worn question, “My bad! My Bad!”
Read MoreMastering Game Situations
In hockey, there is no shortage of speed, energy, and excitement. But the players who consistently stand out are the ones who know how to read and react to the game as it unfolds…
Read MoreThe 3 Fastest Ways to Improve First-Step Quickness in Hockey
A player with great first-step quickness can beat opponents to loose pucks, create time and space in tight areas, and shut down scoring opportunities before they develop…
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