A Coach’s Notebook
Train Your Brain Like a Champion
When athletes think about training, most focus on physical effort — running faster, lifting heavier, or pushing harder. But here’s a little-known secret…
Read MoreTransferring Skills from Floorball to the Ice
Floorball might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about hockey training, but it’s actually one of the smartest off-ice tools a player can use to get better…
Read MoreThe Best Age to Specialize in Hockey or Play Year-round
There are benefits and drawbacks to going all-in too soon. On the positive side, players who specialize early may develop their hockey-specific skills more quickly and feel more confident in their abilities. However…
Read MoreBest Wheels and Equipment Setups for Different Roller Surfaces
When it comes to roller and inline hockey, choosing the right wheels and gear for the surface you’re playing on can make a huge difference in how well you perform and how long your equipment lasts…
Read MoreBuilding Team Chemistry on a Youth Hockey Team
Team chemistry isn’t just something that magically happens on its own. It’s something coaches, players, and even parents need to build with intention — especially in youth hockey…
Read MoreOff-Ice Training for Injury Prevention
Injuries can be frustrating for any athlete, especially for a young high school hockey player who just wants to stay on the ice and keep improving…
Read MoreSmart Summer Nutrition for High School Hockey Players
Summer nutrition isn’t just about keeping your body fueled — it’s about building strength, speeding up recovery, staying healthy in the heat, and laying the foundation for success when you hit the ice again in the fall…
Read MoreEssential Hockey Drills for Next-Level Performance
The best players in the world didn’t get there by accident. They built their skills through hard work, repetition, and using drills that pushed their limits…
Read MoreMy Bad!
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 MoreMembers-only versus Non-members Posts
While most hockey folks who pass through this site have a sense of what the difference is, it wouldn’t hurt to attempt an explanation..
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