How do we teach 10U players to win more puck battles?

  Coaching at the kitchen table  
 
The kitchen table can be a very tempting place to talk hockey. When else are you going to squeeze in valuable lessons or share your passion for the sport? But maybe in your approach you’re not thinking about the real message you might be sending. Here are some tips and thoughts to help navigate the process.
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  Q: When should a goalie become a full-time goalie?

A: Coaches and parents should be aware of a few things when asking this question about their son or daughter. Here's what we know.

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WIN
WIN is a coaching acronym. It stands for What's Important Now. It's used by coaches to help players focus on the current moment and shift them back into a process-driven mindset. This concept of What's Important Now is also valuable in player development.
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