Mastering Tight Turns in Skating: Weight Distribution & Edge Control

QuestionQUESTION: Hi. I cant do those turns where the inside foot is leading. They make a player turn sharply. I think its called a tight turn. Anyways, I

Goalie Skate Arch Pain: Common Issue & Solutions

QuestionI recently purchased new goalie skates for my son - Bauer XIV I believe. The pro shop measured his feet and baked the skates to his size. Now hes s

Understanding Cluster Checking in Hockey: Definition & Usage

QuestionCan you explain the term cluster checking, which i read und on coachingboard. perhaps it is possible to accompany it with a graph or a diagram or

Goalie Equipment: Positioning the Protective Flap on Your Pads

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Returning to Hockey After a Break: A 50+ Player's Journey

QuestionHi Dini I am a transplanted 50+ Canuck now living in California. Some of the young guys I work with are on a rec. hockey team,and knowing I am Cana

Choosing the Right Roller Hockey Stick Size for Your 11-Year-Old

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Ankle Inward Turning in Young Hockey Players: Causes & Solutions

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Goalie Training Plan for Aspiring Selects Players

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Mastering Faceoffs: A Beginner's Guide for Hockey Players

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Helping a Hockey Player Pursue a Professional Career: A Guide

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Hockey Training for 16U Players: Summer Program Review & Development

QuestionQUESTION: Dina, thanks a lot for reading and hopefully answering my question. I have son who is very dedicated to hockey and loves the game. He wil

Cross-Training for Hockey: Running & Off-Season Training

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Exploring Open Tryouts in Minor Hockey Leagues: A Guide

QuestionHi Martial I read a question that you answered for a fellow named Michael and I feel the same as he does.  Although I never did play higher t

Improve Your Goaltending: Tips for Young Goalies (11-14)

QuestionQUESTION: Hi i have been playing as a goalie for 2 years and just recently moved up to the third division which is the 11-14 year old division. I a

Minor Pro Hockey Salary & Tryout Advice for Young Players

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ECHL, CHL & IHL Opportunities for Hockey Players

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Hockey Tryout Prep: Off-Ice Training & Mental Strategies

QuestionI am about a month and a half until tryouts for my hockey team start. I was wondering what excerises I should do to improve my overall speed, stren

Junior Hockey Opportunities for Aspiring Players

Questionhi my name is max. i live in colorado and have played hockey since i was 6. ive been told by the AA and AAA coaches at my home rink that I have the

NHL Franchise Building: Who's Your Top Pick?

QuestionIf you were the GM of an NHL team and you were able to pick any active player to start a franchise, who would you take and why? AnswerHello, My a

Starting Hockey: Is 11 the Right Age for Your Child?

QuestionIve heard most of the hockey players start skating when they are four or younger.  My son will turn 11 soon and he just started hockey this sp