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Mastering the punch turn - a must, especially for forwards!
A punch turn — also known as a jam-turn, half-stop, or hybrid turn — is an essential skill every player should develop, especially...
Coach Kevin
Jun 143 min read
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Pure skill alone won't make you elite
In hockey, it’s easy to be captivated by players with lightning-fast edges, blistering shots, and highlight-reel moves. But the truth is...
Coach Kevin
Jun 93 min read
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Plyometric Plan for Explosive Speed
Plyometric Exercises: Boost Your Explosiveness for Hockey Performance The Importance of a Proper Warm-Up for Plyometric Exercises...
Coach Kevin
Apr 35 min read
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Positional Play and Off-Puck Awareness in Hockey
The Importance of Off-Puck Play Hockey is a fast-paced and dynamic game that demands skill, speed, and intelligence. While fans often...
Coach Kevin
Mar 174 min read
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Evaluating Your Hockey Future: Are You Truly Ready for the Next Level?
As the hockey season winds down, players and their families often take time to reflect on their performance and consider what makes sense...
Coach Kevin
Feb 214 min read
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Earn more playing time by changing the coach's perception of your game.
Like any sports coach, hockey coaches form players' opinions through careful observation over time. Every action on the ice during games...
Coach Kevin
Mar 20, 20244 min read
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The Unyielding Meritocracy of Hockey: A Blueprint for Success in Life
From the local rinks to the grand arenas, one truth reigns supreme in hockey: meritocracy. Meritocracy, the system where success is based...
Coach Kevin
Feb 9, 20244 min read
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Every Play Matters ...
The importance of executing simple plays effectively cannot be overstated in hockey. While flashy goals and highlight-reel plays...
Coach Kevin
Dec 14, 20233 min read
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Thoughts and tips on Upcoming Prep and High School Tryouts ...
High school hockey tryouts are a thorough evaluation process that take many factors into account, beyond just individual skills . Coaches...
Coach Kevin
Nov 27, 20235 min read
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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. ...
Coach Kevin
Oct 5, 20232 min read
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