Category: Coach’s Handbook

Performance in hockey is not only determined by what happens on the ice, but also off the ice. Hockey Clicks, a term used to describe the formation of exclusive parent groups, have become a major issue for coaches due to the damage they can cause to team morale and performance. In this blog post, we will discuss the negative effects of Hockey Clicks on coach performance and how to prevent them from ruining a team.

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As youth hockey coaches, it can be difficult to bridge the language gap between us and the kids we coach. We may understand terms such as “gino” or “apple,” but to the young players, these words mean nothing. It is essential that we learn to communicate with our kids in their language if we want to be successful as youth coaches. In this blog post, we will discuss tips for youth hockey coaches on how to speak the same language as their kids.

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Are you a true leader or just a hockey coach? Ryan Blanck’s presentation at the Coaches Site Live conference in Ann Arbor posed this question and inspired us to think deeply about the power of effective leadership. Blanck’s discussion on “Are You Worth Leading” highlighted the characteristics of a leader who can lead with influence, not force. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the lessons we learned from Ryan Blanck’s enlightening presentation and how we can use them to become better leaders.

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Conditioning is an integral part of hockey, and the traditional ways of conditioning have been around for decades. From bag skates to running laps, coaches have long relied on these methods to ensure their players were in peak physical condition. But times are changing, and there are more effective and fun ways to condition hockey players than the old-fashioned methods. In this blog post, we’ll discuss why ditching the old ways of hockey conditioning can be beneficial and offer up some exciting alternatives.

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The start of the hockey season is an exciting time for players and coaches alike. It is a chance to set the tone for the upcoming season and create a strong foundation for team performance. As a coach, it is important to establish expectations and build relationships with your players from the very beginning. Establishing a positive environment and setting the right tone can make all the difference in the team’s performance throughout the season. In this blog post, we will discuss how to start the hockey season strong and provide guidance on setting the tone for better team performance.

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Hockey is a sport that requires intense physical and mental training, and hockey practice is an essential part of an athlete’s performance. In the past, athletes have been told to place more intense practice earlier in the week and then less intense practice closer to games. However, recent scientific advances have revealed that this might not be the best way to prepare for a game. This blog post will discuss the truth about intensity and hockey practice: it’s all about timing.

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Having a positive locker room is essential for team success. No one wants to be in an environment where negative energy vampires are allowed to roam freely, and it’s important to identify and squash them before they start to spread throughout the organization. If unchecked, these negative influences can have a major impact on the morale of staff, players, and even parents, which will ultimately lead to decreased team success. In this blog post, we’ll discuss how to identify and eliminate negative energy vampires so you can create a healthy and successful team environment.

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If you’re an aspiring hockey coach, you know that the road to success can be filled with challenges. Growing your experience as a coach can often feel like a daunting task, especially when you’re competing against more experienced candidates. But don’t give up hope; there are plenty of ways to overcome these obstacles and grow your experience as a coach. In this blog post, we’ll discuss some strategies for gaining valuable coaching experience, so you can become the best hockey coach you can be.

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Hockey is a team sport, and often times constructive criticism must be given in order to better the team and individual players. But giving or receiving criticism is never easy for anyone. That’s why it’s important to know how to use the Sandwich Effect when giving hockey criticism. The Sandwich Effect is a method of delivering criticism that involves sandwiching a negative comment between two positive ones. By using this method, it can make the criticism more palatable for the receiver, and make the process of giving and receiving criticism smoother. In this blog post, we’ll discuss how to use the Sandwich Effect in hockey criticism for better results.

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Hockey coaches play an integral role in achieving team success. To maximize team efficiency, it is critical for hockey coaches to delegate tasks and responsibilities to their assistant coaches and managers. Delegation is key to enabling team members to utilize their skills and knowledge to the best of their abilities, ultimately leading to improved team efficiency and a higher likelihood of success. In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of delegation for hockey coaches to improve team efficiency.

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