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Defense Shooting Progression - Week 3 - Rim Backhand
This week we cover tips for controlling rimmed pucks on your backhand side (off-side) and discuss concepts to help you get to the middle of the ice. Work on getting…
Defense Shooting Progression - Week 2 - Rim Forehand
This week we cover the basics of effectively handling a rimmed puck on the forehand side (strong-side). Work to eliminate unnecessary stickhandles after controlling the puck.
Defense Shooting Progression - Week 1 - Introduction
This 18-part progression is made to give coaches ideas on how to help their defensemen be actively engaged in the offensive play. This introduction covers the basics of the progressions.
Tips for getting the most out of your spring training
Here are some tips to create an effective off season training program.
Coaching Leadership Self-Awareness Questions
Eric Hoffberg shares a document to help coaches be more self-aware when it comes to leadership and culture building.
Penalty Killing Tips & Tricks
Video tips and tricks for forwards and defensemen on the penalty kill.
High-Quality Year-End Meetings
The year-end meeting can pave the path to success for the next year and when used effectively can encourage athletes to invest time in their development during the off-season. This free PDF download contains key ideas on how to hold high-quality year-end meetings.
Surrounding the Puck (Video)
Surrounding the puck is a skill for any advanced level player to master. It involves quickly turning your body around the puck to execute a pass in another direction quickly. In this video, we demonstrate the concept in the neutral zone.
Indirect Passing - Basic Overview (Video)
In this week's video, we cover the basic concepts behind making indirect passes. In particular, we discuss making board and area passes, and what to look for in different scenarios to make effective passes.
Quick Start Training Drill (Video)
This week's video covers a skill development drill that focuses on the technique, control, and balance necessary for an effective V Start / Quick Start.
Poke Check Technique & Tips (Video)
In this video we outline the basic concepts and techniques behind the poke check. We also cover three different scenarios to use the poke check and offer tips for executing it effectively.
Backyard Ice Rinks - Friendly PSA
Quick public service announcement from HockeyShare - keep the outdoor rinks a safe place for kids to have fun and try new moves without consequences.