Goalies
Improving Hockey Reaction Speed
Hockey moves too fast for anyone to rely on instinct alone. Players must be able to see what is happening, process the information quickly, and respond in a way that supports their team. This is one of the biggest separators between average players and impact players. Reaction speed isn’t only about how fast someone can skate; it’s about reading plays, adjusting on the fly, and making confident decisions in a split second.
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Read MoreBand Strength Training with Unilateral Movements
Do you struggle doing lunges due to knee or hip pain? Using a horizontal hip attached band setup allows you to do lunges that reduce ground contact forces on your knees and hips. Scale starting band resistance to make lunges work for you. This is also a great way to work on stride mobility…
Read MoreOff Ice HIIT for Game Pace
High-intensity interval training, or HIIT, is one of the most effective ways to build conditioning that matches the fast, explosive, stop-and-go nature of hockey. Instead of long, steady cardio sessions that don’t reflect how hockey is actually played, HIIT uses short bursts of intense movement followed by controlled recovery periods, giving players a way to mimic real shifts and prepare their bodies for the constant changes in intensity that happen during a game.
Read MoreMulti Sport Balance for Hockey Families
Understanding how multi-sport balance supports long-term growth can help families create a smarter approach that protects their young athlete’s passion, motivation, and physical safety. When families find the right balance, kids often perform better in hockey and enjoy their training more throughout the year.
Read MoreManaging Goalie Workload in Youth Hockey
Managing goalie workload in youth hockey is one of the most overlooked aspects of player development, yet it may be the most important when it comes to long-term success and overall enjoyment of the game. Goaltending requires a combination of explosive movement, sharp focus, and emotional resilience that few other positions in sports demand. The physical and mental pressures that come with being the last line of defense make it crucial for coaches, parents, and goalies themselves to understand how to manage workload properly. Without balance, even the most talented young goalie can experience fatigue, frustration, and eventually, burnout…
Read MoreLate Bloomers in Hockey Training
In the world of hockey, players often develop at very different speeds. Some seem to dominate early, skating faster, shooting harder, and standing taller than everyone else. Others, though, might take a little longer to grow into their game. These are the late bloomers, the players who might not catch everyone’s attention at age twelve…
Read MoreHigh School Hockey Periodization Guide
High school hockey is one of the most demanding levels of the game, balancing academics, athletics, and personal growth all at once. Periodization is a science-based approach to training that organizes the year into manageable phases. It ensures players are performing their best when it matters most, such as during playoffs, while still staying healthy and motivated throughout the year…
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Read MoreVoice of the Bench — Communicating Under Pressure on the Ice
From the bench to the ice, the sounds of players calling for passes, coaches shouting adjustments, and teammates cheering one another create the rhythm of a game. That communication can be the difference between a team that reacts late and one that anticipates every play. The best teams sound alive, connected, and focused, with everyone sharing one goal: staying organized and confident even under pressure. When the pace picks up and decisions must be made in fractions of a second, communication becomes more than noise — it becomes the heartbeat of success…
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