A Coach’s Notebook
Answer: What Part Of Hockey Is Forechecking?
This entry is in response to our long running poll asking the question, “What Part Of Hockey Is Forechecking?“ * Before I get going here, let me suggest that, both the understanding and some misunderstandings about our game can be attributed to the guys who man the radio or TV booths. They’re, of course, responsible…
Read MoreI’m Here To Help My Members In Any Way I Can!
Yes, I’m here to help — all you need to do is ask. Of course, it’s an age-old problem, in that we all seem to be shy about asking for help. At the same time, helping others in hockey is exactly what I live for. Honestly. You may have noticed that I’ve offered a number…
Read MoreAgility Ladder Training for Hockey Players
As has been mentioned several times and in several places, I’ll be running a series of videos demonstrating my way of adapting agility ladder training for hockey players. This post is my aim at helping coaches, parents and adult players to ready for that form of training. First, of course, you’ll need a ladder… And,…
Read MoreDealing With “Gross” Motor Skill Problems
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Read MoreThe Good And The Bad Of “Flow Drills”
I’m guessing most readers know what I mean by so-called “flow drills”. In a nutshell, they’re drills that usually only need to be started, and then continue to flow until a coach decides to end things. One such drill might start with an attack towards a net, with the players who just completed the attack…
Read MoreCoach Chic’s Hockey Podcast #18
In this episode I addressed one of my Rules for Winners, this having to do with always keeping ones eyes on the puck — both defensively and offensively. I also promised to share a video containing lots of off-ice training ideas — which is timely, because of the current day pandemic limiting many rinks and players…
Read MoreHow Hockey REALLY Began for Coach Chic
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Read MoreThe Nature of Our Game
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Read MoreA Long Range Plan For Improved Skating
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Read MoreGreat Hockey Plays Come From Practice!
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