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Coach Kevin
- Jun 20
- 5 min
USA Hockey's neck protection August mandate and our product insight ...
The USA Hockey Congress has mandated neck laceration protection for all players, except adults and on-ice officials under 18, in games...
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Coach Kevin
- Mar 20
- 4 min
If you want more ice time, change 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...
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Coach Kevin
- Feb 9
- 4 min
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...
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Coach Kevin
- Dec 14, 2023
- 3 min
Every Play Matters ...
The importance of executing simple plays effectively cannot be overstated in hockey. While flashy goals and highlight-reel plays...
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Coach Kevin
- Nov 27, 2023
- 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...
1,493 views
Coach Kevin
- Oct 5, 2023
- 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, 2023
- 2 min
Cut-resistant neck equipment for player safety ...
We have all read the horror stories of players having their wrists or necks cut by skate blades. As of August 1st, 2024, all USA Hockey...
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Coach Kevin
- Sep 29, 2023
- 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, 2023
- 1 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, 2023
- 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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