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ESPN Article on Producing Elite US Players
Earlier this morning, Coach Neilsen posted a link to a great article on ESPN by John Buccigross about producing elite US players. It's definitely a good read.
Qualities Coaches & Scouts Look For
A recent article from Minnesota Hockey outlines some of the key qualities scouts and coaches look for when they're evaluating hockey players.
Coaching to Develop Players
Minnesota Hockey puts out a great newsletter every month with lots of great resources. In the most recent article, they put out a brief article on Coaching to Develop Players, and the importance of stressing fundamentals.
Bench Management - Lineup Card [Download]
Managing the bench during game situations can be difficult at best. Players get hurt, equipment fails, penalties are called - you name it, it changes your game plan. Good coaches are able to react and make decisions quickly. One of the tools I've found most useful over the years has been the lineup card.
5 Great Hockey Resources
5 great hockey resources for youth hockey players and coaches.
Stat Tracking Forms
Keeping statistics for your season can prove to be a daunting task. Lots of parents are hesitant to take on the role, and finding the best way to track them…