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NBC Brings ‘Science of NHL Hockey’ to TVs and Classrooms

January 27, 2012 · Leave a Comment 

I boast often about the quality of our membership.  I mean, we have some really into it guys and gals here who not only take advantage of this site’s content, but they also contribute a great deal to our hockey discussions, and thereby drastically increase CoachChic.com’s value. One such member is Tim Taylor, for whom I am hugely grateful. As it pertains to this post, Tim happened to run across something I hadn’t seen yet, he alerted me about this exciting event, and I thought I’d get the word out... [Read the full story]

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A Guide to Hockey Learning Styles

November 11, 2011 · Leave a Comment 

CoachChic.com membership DOES have its benefits.  For, despite the fact that the following information is free to the public, most hockey coaches, parents and players will never find it.  In fact, most hockey folks don’t even realize this type of science exists at all, or that it even matters. Actually, a pro hockey coach called me the other night to tell me about this (he likes to share such things with this old coach).  Evidently the team he works with has used this questionnaire and others like it. So, with... [Read the full story]

Toward Highlight Reel Skills

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Out of the Mouths of Babes

January 18, 2012 · Leave a Comment 

In most instances, we use that expression — “out of the mouths of babes”– in reference to young kids saying the darnedest things.  In this case, however, the enclosed video was sent me by an adult lady friend I’ve met through Facebook.  Much like we’d envision young kids, however, my friend is purely a casual hockey fan, but, as you’ll discover, a pretty insightful one. With that, she’s going to help me reinforce a couple of principles I’ve stated over and over again... [Read the full story]

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NBC Brings ‘Science of NHL Hockey’ to TVs and Classrooms

I boast often about the quality of our membership.  I mean, we have some really into it guys and gals here who not only take advantage... 

Build a Backyard Hockey Rink

Freezing cold temperatures have been slow to arrive in the Northeaster United States this winter, which should explain the lateness of this... 

‘Tis the Time to Think About Tryouts

Perhaps members recall me getting into and having a little fun with a new video program that allows me to use a couple of robots to get... 


Toward Highlight Reel Skills

Out of the Mouths of Babes

In most instances, we use that expression — “out of the mouths of babes”– in reference to young kids saying the... 

Skating for Ice Hockey

This pretty good question arrived about a week ago.  But, like a lot of other ones that require a great deal of thought, I’ve just... 

Quickening A Big Hockey Player’s Feet

I don’t know where or when it began, but quite a few years ago I started to realize that I can do a lot for bigger guys. Among the... 


Thinking The Game

A Guide to Hockey Learning Styles

CoachChic.com membership DOES have its benefits.  For, despite the fact that the following information is free to the public, most hockey... 

A Hockey Defenseman’s Decision-making

This question arrived via my new friend from Italy, Stefano.  And let me tell you that it’s a tricky one. What I mean by tricky —... 

When Will New Hockey Skills Kick-in?

I don’t doubt that many hockey parents and coaches get frustrated, waiting for certain new skills to kick-in with their players. ... 


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Build a Backyard Hockey Rink

Freezing cold temperatures have been slow to arrive in the Northeaster United States this winter, which should explain the lateness of this... 

About the Skater’s Rhythm-bar

Oh, man, I hope my friends don’t hurt themselves laughing at what I’ve entered down below.  But, here’s a little history... 

Transitioning from In-line Hockey to Ice Hockey

I say it often enough, that I love my work in hockey, especially because of the great people it allows me to meet.  Then, since the day...