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12 Band Pull Apart Variations
Follow along with Dave as he shows you how to use these bands to train your body for more strength and endurance…
Read MoreWhy Players Lose Speed in Games (But Not in Practice)
One of the most frustrating things for hockey players and coaches to watch is a player who looks fast and confident in practice but suddenly seems slower and less effective during games. This is a common issue in youth hockey, and it often leaves players wondering what went wrong…
Read MoreDeveloping One World‑Class Skill — Part 1
Most players try to get better at everything all at once, and that’s exactly why so many of them never break through. In this episode, we look at the power of developing one world‑class skill — the kind of ability that changes how coaches see you, how teammates rely on you, and how opponents react to you.
Read MoreOur New Website Updates
Over the past few days, we’ve been working hard behind the scenes at CoachChic.com, and I want to take a moment to walk you through what’s new, why we made these changes, and how they’ll help you get even more out of your hockey development journey. Whether you’re a player trying to sharpen your skills, a parent looking for reliable guidance, or a coach searching for deeper teaching tools, these updates were made with you in mind. Hockey is always evolving, and a good hockey website should evolve right along with it.
Read More2 Truths: Handle Them
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”!
Read MoreThe Band Man’s Hotel Ab Workout
Follow along with Dave as he shows you how to use these bands to train your body for more strength and endurance…
Read MoreMYTH #1: “Skating faster comes from pushing harder.”
A lot of players grow up hearing that the key to skating faster is simply pushing harder, and it sounds reasonable enough on the surface. But the truth is, the fastest skaters aren’t the ones muscling their way down the ice — they’re the ones moving efficiently…
Read MoreBuilding Better On-Ice Communication Habits for Youth Teams
One of the most important but often overlooked skills in youth hockey is communication. Many players spend hours working on skating, shooting, and puck control, but very little time is spent learning how to talk to teammates on the ice. The truth is, strong on-ice communication can make an average team much more effective, while poor communication can cause even skilled players to struggle.
Read MoreTeaching Smarter Line Changes to Prevent Odd-Man Rushes
Many players think line changes are just a routine part of hockey, something you do when you get tired, but the truth is that poor line changes are one of the biggest causes of odd-man rushes.
Read MoreTeaching Forwards How to Become Reliable in the Defensive Zone
While scoring is certainly important, strong teams know that the best forwards are also reliable in the defensive zone. A forward who understands defensive responsibility becomes far more valuable to a coach, a teammate, and the overall success of the team. Teaching forwards how to become dependable in their own end is one of the most important parts of youth hockey development, and it is a skill that builds smarter, more complete players.
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