I think it best that I show you a very short video before we get into a discussion on the benefits of rope skipping, this to act as sort of a frame of reference…
Every so often I like to dig back into my video vault for something that offers some solid teaching principles. And for today, I have a doosy from way, way back
As you’ll discover, Greg Beaudin knows his stuff. So, here he is, answering a question many of you may have asked (but not necessarily in such a colorful way)…
“You Don’t Need Ice” mainly includes things I want to share with hockey players, coaches and parents from my old Soviet hockey studies and my coaching degree studies…
Of course, amateur players approach hockey with varying degrees of devotion. Working mostly with pretty dedicated kids, I’ve designed a very long-range, off-season plan to include age-specific speed, agility and strength work…
While coaches can teach the technical aspects of passing and receiving, such as proper hand positioning and stick-to-puck contact, there are other areas that represent a greater coaching challenge.
Unlocking the secrets of on-ice hockey sense and decision-making can propel young players to new heights. The ability to anticipate plays, read the game, and make intelligent choices sets extraordinary players apart…
Intermediate-level ice hockey players should practice a variety of drills and exercises that focus on developing their skating, puck handling, passing, shooting, and defensive skills. Here are some of the most important drills and exercises that intermediate-level ice hockey players should practice…
Playing ice hockey can be a thrilling experience, but even intermediate-level players can sometimes make mistakes that affect their performance and their team’s success. So, let’s take a closer look at the more common mistakes and how they might be avoided (while at the same time adding a little levity to a sometimes frustrating area of our game)…
Intermediate-level ice hockey players need to master a range of skills to succeed in the sport. These skills include both individual and team-based abilities, as well as physical and mental attributes…