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Six Words Hockey Parents Need to Say
May 8, 2012 · Leave a Comment
Besides answering member questions and providing the best possible advice on things that have worked for me, I feel compelled to share with my faithful members anything I run across that might just help. Of course, I’m forever digging into scientifically oriented literature, and hockey sites of all kinds. But then there are my 14,000-ish social media contacts who so often lead me to some real gems. Such was the case with the following article that came by way of my LinkedIn participation in a special group devoted... [Read the full story]
Thinking The Game
The 5 Performance Keys
March 15, 2012 · Leave a Comment
I’m always psyched when I can provide our CoachChic.com members with more great advice from my good friend, Shaun Goodsell. And, while I suspect that Shaun is talking to hockey parents in the following television interview, my feeling is that we coaches can also use this information to get more out of a team full of players. – Dennis Chighisola 5 Performance Keys Loading... Read More →
Toward Highlight Reel Skills
Goalie Specific Off-ice Exercise 3
May 13, 2012 · Leave a Comment
As Cynthia King’s third entry came in today, I’m awaiting word on getting back into a high level of hockey coaching. Not that every coaching assignment I’ve ever had hasn’t been important; it’s just that this one might return me to coaching some older, higher level players. Anyway, while the kind of stuff Cynthia proposes is right for all ages, perhaps it’s even more appropriate for those goalies who are extra competitive, and motivated to play at higher levels. With that, here’s... [Read the full story]
Special Subjects
Six Words Hockey Parents Need to Say
Besides answering member questions and providing the best possible advice on things that have worked for me, I feel compelled to share with...
A Variation on My Russian Half-stick
Long-time CoachChic.com member, Tim T, writes me often, always with a great question or observation. This time he felt he’d just...
New Hockey Coaches Inner Circle
I just thought I’d alert my coaching friends about something new I’m about to offer. Loving what I do so much — and especially...
Toward Highlight Reel Skills
Goalie Specific Off-ice Exercise 3
As Cynthia King’s third entry came in today, I’m awaiting word on getting back into a high level of hockey coaching. Not that...
Goalie Specific Off-ice Exercise 2
Here’s yet another in Cynthia King’s awesome monthly series on off-season, off-ice training for goaltenders. Enjoy! –...
Effects of Birth Dates on Hockey Success
It’s possible you’re heard or read about the recent studies — and concerns that — players born in the first few...
Thinking The Game
The 5 Performance Keys
I’m always psyched when I can provide our CoachChic.com members with more great advice from my good friend, Shaun Goodsell. And,...
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 —...
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New Hockey Coaches Inner Circle
I just thought I’d alert my coaching friends about something new I’m about to offer. Loving what I do so much — and especially...
THE Most Important Hockey Season Is Coming Up?
I’m hoping my hockey friends noticed the “THE” in my title, because I truly meant to type it that way. Yes, I feel that...
Goalie Off-ice Training (from an unlikely source)!
Well, those who haven’t yet gotten with the social media craze ought to think again, since I met a number of our top guest writers...