Quick Shot Release with Warrior Dolomite DD Stick
The Warrior Dolomite DD is said to offer a low kickpoint and quick shot release. The following is a review from TotalHockey.net on the Warrior Dolomite DD Stick. Be sure to check out the video from Warrior detailing the finer points of the Dolomite DD features.
3 Options When Facing Adversity – Choose One
When your player faces uncertainty or a difficult season, it can be easy for them to just throw in the towel and quit playing. The following article provides some encouraging advice about persevering in the midst of trials.
How to Excel in a Face-Off
The whistle blows and the puck is dropped. The fastest and most skilled player is about to win the hockey face-off. The following article provides great tips and advice to beat your opponent in the face-off so that your team gains control of the puck.
Master Puck Handling Skills with the MoveMaster Training Puck System
The MoveMaster training puck system is designed to provide varying degrees of puck handling mastery. The three puck system helps players develop their stickhandling skills at a variety of levels. So is it worth it? Here is our review of the MoveMaster Training Puck System:
Increased Power with the Reebok 8.0.8 Stick
The Reebok 8.0.8 Stick is a redesigned version of the O-tech Power Port Zone. It offers a more responsive feel and increased power. Here is a review from TotalHockey.net of the 8.0.8 stick as well as a video review from Hockeyus.com.
Who Oversees USA Hockey’s ADM Program?
The following article outlines the team that has been put into place to spread the message about USA Hockey’s American Development model. Led by Ken Martel, the team will blanket the United States, and help hockey programs grow strong players in a healthy manner while building excitement for the game of hockey.
The Importance of Regular Team Meetings
Youth coaches sometimes joke that the ideal youth team is a team of orphans. Though this approach is one solution to problem parents, there are other more practical solutions that can work equally well. The following article reminds us why it is crucial to have team meetings on a regular basis.
The Fear of Failure is Often Worse than Failure Itself
Whether or not parents put pressure on their kids, kids will put pressure on themselves. This pressure can result in fears that, if not handled properly, will lead to poor performances and potentially a greater fear of failure. Helping young players understand and deal with fear and anxiety assists kids in not only sports, but in all areas of life.
Impeccable Accuracy with the Easton S19 Composite Stick
The Easton S19 Composite hockey stick offers players: power, quick shot release and state of the art blade technology. Here is Total Hockey’s review of the Easton S19 Composite hockey stick (Be sure to watch the video that details the design process behind the S19):
The American Development Model – Teaching Kids Lessons for Life
The following article from USA Hockey’s American Development Model discusses why hockey is so important for our players. In addition to being a great way to keep your child active, it offers so many important life lessons. These lessons define the mission and goals of American Development Model.
