Timely Advice
Help 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…
Read MoreBuild a Backyard Hockey Rink
This project caused me to scurry through YouTube.com to see what others had done so far in this area. To be honest, almost all the various videos on backyard rinks were nearly the same, with most of them only varying in extras — like lights, high boards, doors in the boards, etc. I finally settled…
Read MoreSo, What Does A Yawn Mean During Exercise?
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Read MoreOn Sale: Hockey Skates & Sticks!
Ya, that’s pretty much what the pitchman said on the radio this morning… The reason I’ve decided to comment on this particular advertisement is because I immediately thought of my buddy, Jerry Z, as soon as I heard it! Actually, the sponsor was a well known hockey equipment super store, but the message wasn’t really…
Read MoreBlinded by Winning
– Dennis Chighisola Shaun Goodsell, MA President and CEO of Mental Edge As the winter sports kick-off I am preparing for the many questions I will field as teams and individual athletes seek to chase their ideal success. Athletes, coaches and parents will invest enormous resources of time, energy and money to climb that ladder…
Read MoreBuzzer Hockey Line Changes
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Read MoreReacting to Adversity
Like a lot of adult members, I wear many hats. For sure, I’ve always been into hockey nearly 24/7; that (and any use of video) is what I love, and that’s what I love to immerse myself in. At the same time, I’m a businessman. And, whether I like it or not, I can’t keep…
Read MoreA New CoachChic.com is Coming!
After a number of years, I think it’s about time to revamp this hockey advice site. So, although none of the good stuff should be disappearing, we’ll soon begin a countdown towards a complete change in the look and feel of things. Members and frequent visitors should know that the bulk of the changes will…
Read MoreA Message to My Favorite Parents & Players
(An Idea For Team Coaches) Okay, I’ll need to explain this post some… You see, a number of years ago I decided to create a website just for my team — and by that, I mean for my team’s parents, their kids, and my assistants. The majority of the posts were videos, with some diagrams,…
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