Hockey Terminology: A Beginner's Guide to Understanding the Game

QuestionHi, Guy.I just went to my first hockey game and didt know alot of things they said.Like, icing, goal tending, slapshot, I cant think what else. Cou

Using Plus/Minus Stat in Hockey: A Coaching Guide

QuestionAt what level, what age does plus/minus stat become a relevant stat or tool to use as a coach? AnswerHi Chris... This is always a fun stat to pla

Goalie Career Progression: Achieving Your Potential at 24

QuestionOk, so Im a goalie, 24, living in ottawa On. I got into the game late, (grade 10ish) with floor hockey and moved to ice from there. It is my great

Best Hockey Sticks for Defensemen: Flex, Type & Recommendations

QuestionQUESTION: What type of stick is best for a 6 200 lb defenseman. My son plays AAA travel and is on the Varsity HS team and seams to go through at le

Understanding Skate Sharpening & Grind Radius

QuestionIve been skating with a 3/8 grind, but recently upgraded my skate.  The new skates also have a 3/8 grind, but they seem a lot edgier - almost

Understanding Blade Lie in Hockey Sticks: What You Need to Know

QuestionHi Martial! i heard some guys on my team talking about lie of the stick . . . what exactly is that? AnswerThe Lie represents the angle of the bla

Hockey Tryouts & Opportunities: Information for Junior Players

QuestionHi, Martial my name is Samuel. Im from Quebec, Canada and im 20 years old (1988/26/12). Ive been playing hockey for over 15 years and im now playin

Knee Pain After Hockey: Causes, Recovery & Prevention

QuestionHi, I played drop in Hockey in a place in Pennsylvania, and toward the end the ice got pretty choppy.  I did not notice anything until the nex

Last NHL Player to Skate a Full Game?

QuestionI have been searching for information regarding the last NHL player to skate a full game, meaning: not leaving the ice for the duration of the game

Hockey Career Path: A 13-Year-Old Goaltender's Guide to Semi-Pro

QuestionQUESTION: Hey Martial I have a question about getting to the next level. I am a 13 year old (turning 14 in march) goaltender playing in a small ci

CCM V10 Skates: Ankle Discomfort & Potential Causes

QuestionI have been having the same problem with my CCMV10 skates.  I have severe discomfort inside my right ankle.  I had my skates baked when I

Concerned Parent: Safety & Fair Play for a Young Hockey Player

QuestionHi, my son is a squirt player. He is very small but fast, with good vision and good stickhandling. In a recent game we played a team that we beat b

Hockey Conditioning for Summer: Optimize Your Fitness for the Next Season

QuestionRight now its near the end of my season and for summer hockey Im looking to up my fitness/conditioning. Are there any tips that I can get from you

Best Youth Goalie Camps & Schools: Parent Reviews & Information

QuestionIm interested in having my 8 year old attend a goalie camp/school this summer.  BTP (Between the Pipes) has a weekend program that would fit w

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