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Coach Kevin
- Nov 27
- 3 min
Thoughts On High School Tryouts ...
High school hockey tryouts are a multifaceted evaluation that extends beyond individual skills. Coaches face the intricate task of not...
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Coach Kevin
- Oct 5
- 2 min
Four essentials for every hockey bag ...
Going to the rink is always an experience, especially regarding equipment issues, which always seem to crop up at the worst times. ...
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Coach Kevin
- Oct 4
- 2 min
Cut-resistant shirts for player safety ...
We have all read the horror stories of players having their wrists or necks cut by skate blades. Granted, these outlier events are freak...
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Coach Kevin
- Sep 29
- 3 min
Save your gloves and improve your grip with Buttendz!
Several years ago, I tried Buttendz because the concept of a rubberized grip similar to a golf club made so much sense. I also have used...
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Coach Kevin
- Sep 27
- 2 min
The benefits of small-area games
Small-area games are a cornerstone of hockey training, benefiting players of all ages and skill levels. These focused drills, conducted...
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Coach Kevin
- Sep 1
- 2 min
Making the jump from youth to High School/Prep School play
Transitioning from youth hockey to high school or prep school hockey involves significant changes and adjustments. From weight training...
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Coach Kevin
- Aug 8
- 6 min
What to know when choosing a stick ...
Selecting a stick is very personal. Each player has specific likes and dislikes. The perfect stick means different things to different...
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Coach Kevin
- Aug 7
- 4 min
HockeyIQ ... the missing ingredient to success for many players!
HockeyIQ is a vital attribute that separates exceptional players from the rest. It encompasses a player's understanding of the game and...
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Coach Kevin
- Jul 31
- 4 min
Five simple exercises to build on-ice explosiveness ...
While nothing can replace actual ice time, many off-ice, plyometric drills can help improve a player's skating during the season and in...
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Coach Kevin
- Jul 21
- 4 min
Become an elite skater with some simple techniques ...
Proper hockey stride and technique are everything to a skater. The better one's form, the faster, more powerful, and more efficient a...
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