| Does it really matter what month of the year your child is born? |
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The best hockey players start as the best athletes, first and foremost, and there's no better time to foster athleticism than during the early years, specifically the Golden Age of Skill Development. For players at the 10U level, time spent off-ice honing the ABCs (agility, balance and coordination) will lead to big gains on the ice. Take advantage of it. |
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Q: My child is 9 years old and playing at the 10U level. Now that they are playing full-ice hockey, should I be concerned that the team is using station-based practices and small-area games instead of practicing on a full ice surface?
A: Absolutely not. In fact, you should give your child's coaches a high five next time you see them and thank them for providing an optimal development environment. In the big picture of youth hockey, individual player development should trump team development and team results every day of the week.
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| Great Program |
| There are many youth sports participation choices and children should sample a variety of them to help develop their overall athleticism, but what constitutes a great youth sports program? |
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