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Let’s Play Hockey Expo 2009 - Total Hockey

This article is part of the ongoing Let’s Play Hockey Expo 2009 series presented by DailyHockeyDeal.com. The Let’s Play... 

Q&A: Is it Time to Quit Hockey?

Here is an intriguing reader question from Nick regarding whether or not his son should just give up on hockey given uncertainty... 

Let’s Play Hockey Expo 2009 - Skinner Hockey

This article is part of the ongoing Let’s Play Hockey Expo 2009 series presented by DailyHockeyDeal.com. The Let’s Play... 

Team News

Blue Jackets School Includes Skating Treadmill

Skating is the foundation of playing hockey.  If you do not have the proper skating mechanics, explosive speed, quickness,... 

Playoff Tickets On-Sale Tomorrow at 9AM

First round playoff tickets for the 2009 Stanley Cup Playoffs go on sale tomorrow morning at 9 a.m.  Game dates will be... 

Family Pack Special Offer for Hockey Families

The Blue Jackets are right in the middle of the Western Conference playoff race with 10 games remaining. Be a part of the... 

USA Hockey

USA Hockey Announces New Development Model

We’re extremely pleased to share the news of the revolutionary American Development Model that will be available for... 

USA Hockey Parent Awareness

Below is a link to the USA Hockey Parent Awareness PowerPoint. We recommend all parents take the time to read through this... 

Youth Hockey Training

The Benefits of Global Training

The goals of any trainer or coach working with a young athlete should include increasing proficiency of motor ability, developing... 

Exercise Programs for Growing Bodies

Preparing your child for youth sports means ensuring that their growing body is ready for the demands of the activity they... 

Exercises to Develop Coordination

One of the keys to success in any sport is coordination.  While some children are naturally more coordinated than others,... 

Youth Sports Character

Teaching Players the Importance of Right and Wrong

Research shows that sports participation is actually eroding the moral reasoning of many athletes.  The good news is that... 

A Parent’s Role in Character Development

Winning the game is not the responsibility of the parent.  Only the coach and athlete can control that outcome.  However,... 

How to Help Your Player Stay Positive

When a child is learning a new sport it can be easy for them to become discouraged. Sometimes this can lead to negative thoughts... 

Nutrition and Health

Keeping Your Athlete Safe

As a parent, you play an important role in the safety of your youth athlete. These tips offer helpful advice as you strive... 

What You Should Know About Asthma

According to WebMD, nearly 6.5 million children suffer from asthma.  The incidents of the disorder, which is characterized... 

Should Kids Play with Pain?

After a tough practice it is normal for muscles to be sore or tight.  Pain is a regular part of participating in sports,... 

Coaching

The Importance of Long Term Planning

The most common problem facing trainers and coaches today regarding developing young athletes over time is the ability to... 

How to Improve Your Coaching by Listening

The Greek philosopher Diogenes once said, “We have two ears and one tongue so that we would listen more and talk less.” ... 

Getting Players to Practice with Intensity

Most coaches have faced the challenge of getting athletes to practice with a purpose. Keeping young players engaged and excited... 

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