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Could We See an NHL Draft Format Change?

By | January 31, 2021 |
Could We See an NHL Draft Format Change?

From a special prospect showcase to the idea of holding two drafts in 2022, will we see a change to the NHL selection process this year? More (audio)…

Coaching Can Be A Lonely Job

By | January 30, 2021 |
Coaching Can Be A Lonely Job

I begin this piece by thinking back to somewhere between 45- and 50-years of coaching — including four different sports in my earliest years. I loved (almost?) every minute, except when I think about this piece’s title. Ya, there were a lot of lonely times. Interestingly, as I reflect on all those years, I realize…

How Should a Beginner Hold a Hockey Stick? Part 2

By | January 28, 2021 |
How Should a Beginner Hold a Hockey Stick?  Part 2

Before I get going, this could have easily been rename as “A New Poll (or three) – About How You Hold a Hockey Stick“. Up front, you wouldn’t believe how many people arrive here at CoachChic.com having searched Google and elsewhere for help on how to hold a hockey stick!  So, before I ultimately provide…

A Drill To Help Hockey Players Be Aggressive

By | January 13, 2021 |
A Drill To Help Hockey Players Be Aggressive

Ironically, a request just came-in from Europe for some advice on helping hockey players be more aggressive.  I say ironically, because it’s a question that I’ve received numerous times over the years, and one that I’d planned on addressing here sometime soon. Most parents are concerned that their child isn’t battling enough for loose pucks. …

Coach Chic’s Hockey Podcast #10

By | January 4, 2021 |
Coach Chic’s Hockey Podcast #10

Bill Masterton Tragically Became the Only NHL Player to Die From His On-Ice Injuries

By | January 2, 2021 |
Bill Masterton Tragically Became the Only NHL Player to Die From His On-Ice Injuries

While hockey might not be the most popular of the four major North American sports, it still has a devoted fan base. Among the game’s diehard fans, there’s a name that stands tall in history for an unfortunate reason: Bill Masterton. More…

Let Coach Chic Analyze A Skating Stride

By | December 26, 2020 |
Let Coach Chic Analyze A Skating Stride

TWO OPTIONS: No matter which option you choose, be sure to contact Coach Chic in advance for specifics about shooting the necessary video. Collecting the right video really does matter. (We might also exchange information via the Comments section down below.) NON-MEMBER OPTION: Coach Chic would love to analyze the stride for any non-member’s player…

NHL changes offside rule heading into 2021 season

By | December 26, 2020 |
NHL changes offside rule heading into 2021 season

The NHL and NHLPA jointly announced that they were making what could be a pretty significant change to the (somewhat) controversial offsides rule. As you’re no doubt aware, the NHL has experienced a variety of “millimeters or maybe not” offside challenges over the past couple of years, with referees requiring 100x zoom lenses to try…

Was Willie Mays the Inspiration for the Charlie Brown Christmas Special?

By | December 25, 2020 |
Was Willie Mays the Inspiration for the Charlie Brown Christmas Special?

This may not exactly be a hockey story but, this being Christmas, it surely is worthy of a spot here! Please scroll about halfway down this linked page to catch a very interesting story…

A Very Merry Christmas

By | December 24, 2020 |

Yes, a Very Merry Christmas to some of the greatest people I know! Actually, for very good reasons, I want to take this opportunity to introduce my wife, Brenda, to you. First, she has built almost every tricky component within this rather complicated website. Secondly, although I’m the guy to handle hockey related questions, Brenda…