
Improve Dryland Stickhandling Skills with the Green Biscuit
The Green Biscuit is a new innovative stickhandling puck designed to simulate on-ice feel off the ice. So is it worth it? Here’s our review of the Green Biscuit:
Q&A: Is it Time to Quit Hockey?
Here is an intriguing reader question from Nick regarding whether or not his son should just give up on hockey given uncertainty about his future. President and Director of the ...
Let’s Play Hockey Expo 2009 - Skinner Hockey
This article is part of the ongoing Let’s Play Hockey Expo 2009 series presented by DailyHockeyDeal.com. The Let’s Play Hockey Expo is the largest hockey consumer expo in the U.S. ...
Q&A: How to Select Coaches For Your Association
Selecting a coach for your youth sporting association is the first step in creating a successful program. In the following response to a reader’s question on this subject, Founder and Directer of flexxCoach, Jim Johnson, provides valuable input on how to select outstanding coaches. Read the story »
Let’s Play Hockey Expo 2009 - Total Hockey
This article is part of the ongoing Let’s Play Hockey Expo 2009 series presented by DailyHockeyDeal.com. The Let’s Play Hockey Expo is the largest consumer hockey expo in the U.S. In this segment, Executive Editor TK Stohlman interviews Michael Benoit, the President of TotalHockey. Read the story »
Improve Dryland Stickhandling Skills with the Green Biscuit
The Green Biscuit is a new innovative stickhandling puck designed to simulate on-ice feel off the ice. So is it worth it? Here’s our review of the Green Biscuit: Read the story »
Teaching Players the Importance of Right and Wrong
Research shows that sports participation is actually eroding the moral reasoning of many athletes. The good news is that coaches can make a difference by coaching ethical toughness and by engaging athletes in dialog about ethics and sports. Read the story »
Q&A: Is it Time to Quit Hockey?
Here is an intriguing reader question from Nick regarding whether or not his son should just give up on hockey given uncertainty about his future. President and Director of the New England Hockey Institute, Dennis Chighisola provided some excellent expert advice on the subject and suggests that in the end it is always about the love of the game! Read the story »
Camps
Come find out why Northern Edge has earned the right to be called the “Industry Leader” in hockey instruction. We have...
“Unprecedented on-ice hockey training coordinated with an innovative off-ice program” - The Alliance Youth Hockey Association...
The Dallas Stars and the Dr Pepper StarCenter are proud to announce their continued partnership with the Okanagan Hockey...
Parenting
Selecting a coach for your youth sporting association is the first step in creating a successful program. In the following...
This article is part of the ongoing Let’s Play Hockey Expo 2009 series presented by DailyHockeyDeal.com. The Let’s Play...
Here is an intriguing reader question from Nick regarding whether or not his son should just give up on hockey given uncertainty...
Coaching
The most common problem facing trainers and coaches today regarding developing young athletes over time is the ability to...
The Greek philosopher Diogenes once said, “We have two ears and one tongue so that we would listen more and talk less.” ...
Most coaches have faced the challenge of getting athletes to practice with a purpose. Keeping young players engaged and excited...
Player Development
Keeping players mentally strong is half the battle in growing a strong and positive athlete. The following article provides...
Despite the saying “don’t sweat the small stuff,” to truly excel as a player, it is crucial to work on...
Learning something new, or being unsure of an outcome can leave even the bravest individual a little uneasy. For children,...
Nutrition and Health
As a parent, you play an important role in the safety of your youth athlete. These tips offer helpful advice as you strive...
According to WebMD, nearly 6.5 million children suffer from asthma. The incidents of the disorder, which is characterized...
After a tough practice it is normal for muscles to be sore or tight. Pain is a regular part of participating in sports,...
Youth Hockey Training
The goals of any trainer or coach working with a young athlete should include increasing proficiency of motor ability, developing...
Preparing your child for youth sports means ensuring that their growing body is ready for the demands of the activity they...
One of the keys to success in any sport is coordination. While some children are naturally more coordinated than others,...
Youth Sports Character
Research shows that sports participation is actually eroding the moral reasoning of many athletes. The good news is that...
Winning the game is not the responsibility of the parent. Only the coach and athlete can control that outcome. However,...
When a child is learning a new sport it can be easy for them to become discouraged. Sometimes this can lead to negative thoughts...
