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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...
Coach Kevin
Sep 29, 20233 min read
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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...
Coach Kevin
Sep 27, 20231 min read
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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...
Coach Kevin
Sep 1, 20232 min read
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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...
Coach Kevin
Aug 8, 20236 min read
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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...
Coach Kevin
Aug 7, 20234 min read
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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...
Coach Kevin
Jul 31, 20234 min read
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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...
Coach Kevin
Jul 21, 20234 min read
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Why I coach skill development and hockey ...
One of the greatest joys in my life is the opportunity to coach and train young hockey players. The sport of hockey has always held a...
Coach Kevin
Jul 19, 20234 min read
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Important life lessons hockey teaches ...
Hockey, as a sport, encompasses various lessons that extend beyond the ice rink and into life and work. One of the primary lessons taught...
Coach Kevin
Jul 18, 20234 min read
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Ten traits of a good hockey coach ...
1. Passion for the game: A good coach should have a genuine love and passion for hockey. This enthusiasm will inspire and motivate young...
Coach Kevin
Jul 10, 20232 min read
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