Finding an AHL Agent: A Guide for Prospects

QuestionQUESTION: hey my name is cory we have talked before, ive heard you mention that to get into ahl tryouts you need an agent.  How would i go abo

Goaltending Conditioning for Junior A/B Hockey Camps: Power & Stamina

QuestionQUESTION: Hi I have been invited to a Junior A training camp as well as a Junior B camp in Alberta, Canada. As a goaltender I realize that the spee

Off-Season Weight Training Program for Hockey Forwards (Ages 15-18)

Questionhi, I was Wondering if you knew of a good weight lifting program for forwards age 15-18. i am looking for a program that my high school team can d

AAA vs. Minor PeeWee: Should Your Son Continue in AAA Hockey?

QuestionMy son has been playing AAA for the past 2 years in a city near where we live.  Next season he will be playing Minor PeeWee.  This is our

Who Calls Penalty Shots in Two-Official Games? - Official Responsibilities

QuestionIn a game with 2 officials, which one is responsible for calling a penalty shot.  the official in the zone where the infraction incurs or the

Cardio Training for Hockey Players: Cycling Workouts & Sprints

QuestionHi, i read some of your answers, u impress me, and i would appreciate if you answer mine :) . Im a midget BB 17 years old player. This summer, i n

Helping Your 5-Year-Old Progress in Hockey: A Parent's Guide

QuestionHi, my son, who is five, has become a hockey nut!  He loves to skate and play hockey.  I currently get him on the ice on average of about

Boosting Motivation in Young Hockey Players: A Parent's Guide

QuestionHi, My 8 yr old son is a good hockey player yet often lacks moivation. This past season he made the novice 1 team in his first year.  It was a

Getting Started in Inline Hockey at 31: A Beginner's Guide

QuestionOK Believe it or not, I am 31 and just got into inline hockey! I have never played a sport in my life. I can skate forward and do forward crossover

Cardio Duration: How Long Does It Need To Be Effective?

QuestionHi Martial, i know you are a hockey guy there, i actually dont play hockey in a league i just play with friends. I have other motivations to get in

Mastering the Hockey Stop: Blade Edge Technique & Troubleshooting

QuestionHi. I didnt realize how good the answers on here were so I have a question about the hockey stop. I use to be able to stop but for some reason I ca

Mastering Sharp Turns in Skating: A Beginner's Guide

QuestionHi. Im sorry for all these questions! I have one more. I have no idea how people do those really sharp turns with the inside foot forward. I think

Jr. B vs. Major Midget Hockey: Skills & Size Requirements for Defensemen

QuestionI am a 60 160 pound defenseman.  This past year was my first playing rep after playing recreational hockey and I was  the teams most impr

Developing Positional Play in Young Hockey Players (9-Year-Olds)

QuestionI am a coach with a 9 year old AAA spring hockey team.  This is a team of kids assembled for a 10 week time period.  All players are fair

History of the Slap Shot in Hockey: When Was It Introduced?

Questionwhen was the slap shot allowed , was it after goalies started to wear masks  my friend  say it was always allowed but i disagree please h

San Jose Sharks: History, Legends, Captains & Playoff Results

QuestionFirst question is how were the San Jose Sharks established? Also I want to find out who were hockey legends that were in the San Jose Sharks? What

Hockey Team Placement: Advice for Aspiring OHL Players

QuestionQUESTION: Hello,   I am in a state of total confusion. I cant seem to make a team, no matter what! I WANT to make it to at least the O

Hockey Skating Speed & Core Strength Training Program for Teens

QuestionHi Im a 14 year old forward.And I really want to improve my speed in skating for hockey.Im just wondering if you would be able to plan an off ice t

Hybrid Goaltending: Maintaining Skate Fit and Control

QuestionHi, Ive recently been trying to adapt to a whole new style of goaltending, I used to be a stand up goalie, and now am becoming a hybrid of sorts. &

Understanding Icing in Hockey: Rules & Gameplay

QuestionQUESTION: can you explain to me what happens when icing occurs ANSWER: Hi Doug, Icing is where a player dumps the puck in the opposing zone befor