Thinking the Game – Offensively

Developing Deception Through Visual Misdirection

By CoachC | September 7, 2025

In hockey, deception isn’t just a flashy move or a clever pass — it’s a mindset. It’s the ability to make an opponent believe one thing while preparing to do another….

The Geometry of Great Plays

By CoachC | September 5, 2025

Hockey is a sport of speed, strength, and creativity, but at its core, it is also a game of geometry. While it might not seem obvious during the chaos of a shift, the best plays are built on angles, spacing, and positioning.

Coach Chic’s Hockey Podcast 66

By CoachC | August 31, 2025

Don’t forget to grab all you can from this awesome site, and make this coming month one to truly remember…

The Empty Net

By CoachC | August 29, 2025

In hockey, there’s a moment that feels like time slows down. The goalie has left the crease, the net stands wide open, and every player on the ice knows what’s at stake. It’s called an empty net, and…

Mastering Game Situations

By CoachC | August 22, 2025

In hockey, there is no shortage of speed, energy, and excitement. But the players who consistently stand out are the ones who know how to read and react to the game as it unfolds…

Winning Before the Puck Drops with Visualization

By CoachC | August 18, 2025

When most people think about hockey training, they picture players racing down the ice, practicing slap shots, or running drills to improve speed and endurance. While all of those things are important, the truth is that hockey is not only a physical game but also a mental one…

The Ultimate Stickhandling Challenge

By CoachC | August 14, 2025

Stickhandling is one of those hockey skills that can separate a decent player from a truly great one. It’s not just about moving the puck from side to side, it’s about controlling the game, keeping defenders guessing, and making plays that create scoring chances…

How to See the Ice Like a Pro

By CoachC | August 3, 2025

Whether you’re a forward looking to create plays, a defenseman reading a breakout, or a goalie anticipating the next pass, your ability to scan and read the ice can be your secret weapon…

Coach Chic’s Hockey Podcast 65

By CoachC | August 1, 2025

Don’t forget to grab all you can from this awesome site, and make this coming month one to truly remember…

How a Single Florida Mom Supports Her Pee Wee Son During this Hockey Off-Season:

By CoachC | July 21, 2025

Supporting a young hockey player isn’t about knowing all the stats or mastering the offside rule — it’s about showing up, cheering them on, and being a steady source of encouragement. Via our Ask The Coach offering here at CoachChic.com, Grace, a dedicated single mom in Oldsmar, Florida, proves just how much that matters. Even…