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Beginner Knee Touches

By CoachC | November 25, 2024

I recently promised that I’d provide a follow-up to the “Beginner Boards Bumps“ as soon as I could. So, here goes… – Dennis Chighisola Now, I’d like to share with you something I’ve noticed over a lot of years, in that some players topple over easily in games, while others seem to find a way…

The Hockey Book Lab

By CoachC | November 22, 2024

Your Ideas, Our Next Book! We’re 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 you’re a coach, parent, or player, we know you have unique insights into what’s needed in the world of hockey training, strategy, or…

Hockey Smarts = Ice Time!

By CoachC | November 9, 2024

As many of you might know by now, I once ran 2-teams under the New England Hockey Institute banner.  The high school guys were with me from late-May until Thanksgiving (when the local school teams began), and my junior high school aged kids were with me for almost 11-months. For sure, I did a lot…

Playoff Hockey Preparations 3

By CoachC | October 17, 2024

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Playoff Hockey Preparations 1

By CoachC | October 15, 2024

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Exploring the Benefits of Floorball (for Hockey Players)

By CoachC | September 27, 2024

As we’ve discovered through numerous other posts, floorball is a fast-paced, exciting sport that is growing in popularity, and it’s proving to be a great tool for hockey players looking to improve their game. While it may seem like a completely different sport at first glance, floorball shares many similarities with hockey and can offer…

More on Floorball and Hockey

By CoachC | August 15, 2024

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Great Hockey Conditioning Ideas – Part 3

By CoachC | July 14, 2024

I’ve also shown you how it all works — like stringing the exercises together and pacing them to simulate on-ice shifts…

New CC Store Opening

By CoachC | June 25, 2024

Here’s a chance to dive into a world of hockey knowledge with our collection of ebooks, audiobooks and more. Whether you’re a hockey parent, a coach, a seasoned player or just starting out, we have the resources to elevate your game…

About “Hockey Sense”

By CoachC | May 30, 2024

I love it when hockey folks touch base with me in our ASK THE COACH section. Not only do I love talking hockey with good people, but I also love being tested or forced to problem solve…