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From Amateur to Pro
For many, the journey to the pros doesn’t begin under bright arena lights or in front of scouts — it begins at a local rink, tying up skates for the very first time.
Read More3 Defensive Skill Drills
This post is an example of what can be gained from one of our Exclusive Hockey Apps. To be honest, these are drills I haven’t even considered before, yet ones that I’d surely use today. ~ Dennis C Anticipation Interception DrillThis drill helps players improve their ability to intercept passes and understand passing lanes. Set…
Read More3 Offensive Skill Drills
This post is an example of what can be gained from one of our Exclusive Hockey Apps. To be honest, these are drills I haven’t even considered before, yet ones that I’d surely use today. ~ Dennis C Peripheral Vision Passing DrillThis drill is designed to improve spatial awareness and passing accuracy. Set up three…
Read MorePower Up Your Hockey Endurance
During the off-season, many youth hockey families face a tough challenge: how to keep their teenagers in top shape when ice time is hard to come by. Ice rinks may shut down for maintenance, or costs and scheduling make regular access difficult. But staying in shape during the off-season doesn’t have to be expensive or…
Read MorePuck Control Secrets for Young Players
I thought I’d try something new this month (and I wouldn’t mind trying it again during future months). Danny, a Mite coach from Southern California wrote me recently and asked if he could contribute to our CoachChic.com format. Of course, I have to be sure all the ideas provided by the guest coach meet our…
Read MoreDavid Peter Gorman Obituary
It is with heartbreak and devastation that we announce the passing of Dave, on Friday, May 2, 2025 at the age of 70. Beautiful soulmate, lover, husband and best friend of Margaret for 21 years (1998)… More…
Read More“Tips for Skating Speed and Agility”
Continuing with our want to answer a bunch of questions that have accumulated from our Ask The Coach area, I’m excited to address a great one from a coach named “Chuck” from the West Coast of the USA… ~ Dennis C Improving skating speed and agility is a game-changer for high school hockey players looking…
Read MoreMental Toughness for High-Stakes Hockey
I received a really challenging question from a hockey dad who hopes to help his Bantam AAA son improve his mental toughness while competing in the state of Maine (USA). Supporting an athlete at a higher youth hockey level is an exciting yet challenging journey for any parent. So, as his son navigates the high-pressure…
Read MoreCoach Chic’s Hockey Podcast 62
Within “AI” circles “Michael” is viewed as a good one, and don’t forget to view this post as an introduction to May’s content…
Read MoreComing… May 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…
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