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The 10 Commandments of Hockey

By CoachC | October 25, 2024 |

I’ve seen versions of the following numerous times over the years.  And, while each point is valid, I’ll suggest that key ā€œcommandmentsā€ in hockey probably aren’t limited to just ten (in fact, I’ll someday let you know my rather extensive list). Anyway, I some time ago happened upon the following graphic on Facebook.  And, although…

The Value of Keepaway Games in Hockey

By CoachC | October 23, 2024 |

To begin, I like to use drills that simulate real game conditions. Secondly, I like to use drills that sorta force players to deal with problems, consequently forcing them to solve those problems on their own. Thirdly, I’ll quite frequently just toss players into a set of conditions and let them initially sink or swim…

Joint Stabilization Training – a 3-parter

By CoachC | October 20, 2024 |

Dave Schmitz, known as The Band Man, introduces us to his Stabilization Program by way of three separate videos…

Why do we need Mental Toughness?

By CoachC | October 14, 2024 |

Of course, mental toughness is super important in hockey, and we’re always thrilled to present Shawnee Harle’s insights in this area. As she so often does, this month Shawnee fires a question our way, this time asking, Why do we need mental toughness? If you like Shawnee’s presentation — or if you have any questions…

West-central Florida faces greatest hurricane threat in more than 100 years

By CoachC | October 9, 2024 |

In the event there are difficulties or inactivity on this site over coming days, it’s quite possible that Brenda and I could lose power and/or the Internet over coming days (perhaps beginning late on Wednesday, October 0, 2024). We’re taking all possible precautions we can, but… We’ve been told for the past week or so,…

Preventing Odd-man Rushes

By CoachC | October 8, 2024 |

One of my NEHI HS Prep assistant coaches called me one day with something he’d noticed in some of our closer games. (Actually, anything that goes wrong tends to only become noticeable when we lose or when a game is close. Seldom can anything be learned from a lopsided win.) Both of the points made…

Former North Bay Battalion player Kurtis Evans dies at 23 years of age

By CoachC | October 7, 2024 |

The Ontario Hockey League is saddened by the passing of former North Bay Battalion forwardĀ Kurtis Evans, who died following a battle with cancer on October 3, 2024 at the young age of 23… More…

Homemade Sports Drinks: The Pros and Cons

By CoachC | October 5, 2024 |

Kim’s passion is showing youth ice hockey parents how to create simple and easy meals to help their skater’s increase their speed and stamina on the ice.

Coach Chic’s Hockey Podcast 55

By CoachC | October 1, 2024 |

Within “AI” circles “Michael” is viewed as a good one, and don’t forget to view this post as an introduction to September’s content…

Coming… October 2024

By CoachC | September 30, 2024 |

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…