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Coach Chic’s NetBlocks
Some might think this old coach is a little anal when it comes to such things. But I’ll plead guilty, if we’re talking about finding ways to benefit our players, or arriving at ways to help our teaching be more effective.
Read MoreA General Ice Hockey Weight Training Program
As for the timing of this post, my hope is to give coaches, parents and players time to prepare for a routine such as this to be undertaken shortly after the regular season ends…
Read MoreMy Latest Hockey Coaching Manual – “Equipment Matters”
As a member, you’re gaining access to yet another audio book at no charge, this one called “Equipment Matters”. And, let me tell you, does it ever…
Read MoreAn Open Letter to the North American Hockey Community
Sensing I know something hot and hugely beneficial when I see it, today gives me great pleasure to continue spreading the word about floorball…
Read MoreJust a Few Reasons to Start a Floorball Program
As hockey’s off-season gradually nears, I’ve been planting some seeds concerning floorball. With that, I’ve already published a few related posts, while readers can expect more as the springtime nears…
Read MoreWinning Hockey Starts When?
I sometimes ask myself if I really need to write something like this. Then, moments later, I realize it’s an absolute necessity. Oh, my guess is that long-time CoachChic.com members already know what I’m about to say…
Read MoreGet The Eyes up!
This isn’t going to be a long post, but it is one that’s very much overdue, mainly because of the video I’m going to share right now… Ya, if a picture is supposedly worth a thousand words, well… Just how much is a video like this worth? Now, if you follow me at all on…
Read MoreCoach Chic’s Hockey Podcast 33
As mentioned prior to the previous podcast entry, I had to break down my studio upon moving from Massachusetts to Florida, and it took me quite some time to re-organize once in the Sunshine State. Gradually, however, things have come back together — nicely… Below please find the Show Notes for Episodes 33 of Coach…
Read MoreHelp for a Discouraged Hockey Goaltender
The following came in recently via email (although I’d prefer folks contact me through the Ask The Coach page). No matter, I felt for the young guy who sent it, and I wanted to offer some thoughts as soon as I could. With that as an intro, I’ve removed just a few things from the…
Read MoreDo Schools Kill Creativity?
Precious, or what? Okay, I’m hoping by now you’ve gotten the sense that creativity can be stifled within our educational institutions. That established, however, I wonder if you’ve ever considered the possibility that a rather old sport — with so much tradition — can also squelch unique spirits and ingenuity. Huh? Just think… If it…
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