Right between your ears

Fake it or Face it!

With mental toughness always being a key to solid hockey play, we’re thrilled to once again present Shawnee Harle’s monthly insights into that area. And, in this video, she addresses an obvious concern with “Negative Self-talk”!

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Why I Need to Hear From You — Often

Why I Need to Hear From You — Often

This site has always been about teaching the game — and teaching it in a way that actually helps you, your players, or your son or daughter. And here’s the truth I want to put front and center today:

I can only do that if I hear from you. Not once in a while. Not once a season. Regularly.

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Perfection is a Dead End

Fake it or Face it!

With mental toughness always being a key to solid hockey play, we’re thrilled to once again present Shawnee Harle’s monthly insights into that area. And, in this video, she addresses an obvious concern with “Negative Self-talk”!

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How to Scout Your Own Child (or Player) Without Bias

How to Scout Your Own Child (or Player) Without Bias

Scouting a hockey player is never easy, and it becomes even harder when the player is your own child or someone you coach closely. Emotions naturally get involved. Pride, worry, hope, and frustration can all shape what you think you see on the ice. Because of this, many well-meaning parents and coaches struggle to evaluate players fairly. Learning how to scout your own child or player without bias is an important skill, and when done right, it can support development instead of creating pressure or confusion.

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Negative Self-talk

Fake it or Face it!

With mental toughness always being a key to solid hockey play, we’re thrilled to once again present Shawnee Harle’s monthly insights into that area. And, in this video, she addresses an obvious concern with “Negative Self-talk”!

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Get Out of Your Head

Fake it or Face it!

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!”

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