I canât take credit for this truly mind stretching statement, but I long ago read something to the effect that, âWhat we refuse defines.â HmmmmmmâŚÂ âWhat we refuse defines us.â As I recall, that was meant as advice for living a more fruitful life, as well as for expanding our business horizons. My take on those words is that each of us has some inner fears that — either slightly or drastically — limit our chances for growth. But then, since my job here isnât to advise members about their personal lives or their business approach, let me share with…
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Coach Chic’s Hockey Podcast 58
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…
I donât doubt that many hockey parents and coaches get frustrated, waiting for certain new skills to kick-in with their players. (And I donât doubt some adults wonder the same thing when it comes to their game.) So, since I recall trying to infuse a bunch of new plays into the games of both my AA Mites and AAA Bantams, I thought Iâd share some of my thoughts on the subject. â Dennis Chighisola I begin here with a story that might just frustrate some members⌠Some 30-plus years ago, I happened to be coaching a local Mite A team…
Coach Chic’s Hockey Podcast 57
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…
I recently promised that Iâd provide a follow-up to the âBeginner Boards Bumpsâ as soon as I could. So, here goes⌠â Dennis Chighisola Now, Iâd like to share with you something Iâve noticed over a lot of years, in that some players topple over easily in games, while others seem to find a way to right themselves and continue moving onward. I know, youâre not thinking thatâs anything real earth-shaking. However, let me explain that in another way⌠I think a lot of kids just donât know how to pull themselves back on-balance. So, once theyâre put just a…
Your Ideas, Our Next Book! Weâre excited to announce a brand-new feature here at CoachChic — the Hockey Book Lab! This is your chance to shape the future of hockey literature. Whether youâre a coach, parent, or player, we know you have unique insights into whatâs needed in the world of hockey training, strategy, or development. And now, we want to hear from you! Hereâs how it works: At CoachChic.com, we believe in creating resources that serve the real needs of the hockey community. So, whether you have an idea thatâs been on your mind for a while or it’s…
I usually hate the crazing terms that arise in hockey coaching circles, because most of them hardly describe the technique or principle theyâve been applied to. That, however, isnât the case with the expressions âreadâ and âreactâ. To me, âreadingâ a play is a mental skill, and it also requires a high degree of alertness. Iâm sure you can appreciate what I mean by alertness, so letâs just move on to explore reading skills⌠First, a player must recognize the numerical situation he or she is facing. For, whether on the attack or defending, totally different tactics are needed in…
A lot of this piece is really about troubleshooting, because itâs such a huge part of what we coaches and parents have to do for the sake of our young players. Actually, Iâve always been constantly on the lookout for problems in my kidsâ games (no matter their age). And, Iâve mentioned often to you about how Iâd make either mental notes (or more often, written ones) as I observed my young Mighty Mites at play. Anyway, over one short stretch early in a long ago season I noticed that those little guys needed more help with their stability. Oh,…
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