Timely Advice
Building Smarter Breakout Habits
When breakouts are rushed, sloppy, or unorganized, teams spend too much time defending and chasing the puck. When breakouts are smart and consistent, players gain confidence, create offense, and control the pace of the game.
Read MoreThe Science of Stick Flex Choice
Choosing the right hockey stick flex can feel confusing, especially when players hear different advice from teammates, coaches, and sporting goods stores. Stick flex might sound like a small detail, but it plays a major role in shooting power, accuracy, puck control, and overall confidence on the ice. Understanding the science behind stick flex helps players make smarter choices that match their body, strength, and playing style, instead of guessing or copying someone else’s setup.
Read MoreTeaching Smart Line Change Timing
A poorly timed line change can turn a good shift into a breakaway against, while a smart change can keep pressure on the opponent and lead directly to scoring chances. Learning how to time line changes correctly is not about being fancy or fast. It is about reading the game, communicating with teammates, and understanding responsibility…
Read MoreTop Carb & Protein Fuel Before Hockey
Hockey is a fast, intense, highly demanding sport that requires quick bursts of speed, sharp decision-making, strong skating, and the ability to repeat those efforts over and over again. Because of that, what a player eats before stepping on the ice affects their energy level, focus, endurance, and recovery. Understanding the best combination of carbohydrates and protein before a game is important for any player who wants to feel strong, stay quick, and avoid running out of gas halfway through a period.
Read MoreWhy Players Lose Edges in Games
The truth is that losing an edge almost never comes from just one cause. Instead, it’s nearly always a combination of how the skates were sharpened, the player’s own technique, and the ice conditions they’re skating on. Understanding how all of these factors work together helps you guide players toward real solutions while also building trust and credibility in your shop.
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 MoreGet Out of Your Head
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!”
Read MoreComing… December 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…
Read MoreSafe Plyometrics for Skating Power
Safe plyometrics are becoming one of the most valuable tools for hockey players who want to build stronger skating power, quicker acceleration, and more explosive movement patterns on the ice. Many young athletes hear the word “plyometrics” and immediately think of high box jumps or difficult drills they see on social media, but real plyometric training doesn’t start with extreme exercises. It starts with learning how to jump and land safely, because the goal is to build power, not create injuries…
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.
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