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Luke Kunin generates a lot of scoring chances, but it's not always the flashy plays that put points on the board. The captain of the gold medal-winning 2017 U.S. National Junior Team offered advice on how to play the right way, and in doing so, how to create more offense.
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Q: What should my 12U player be doing off the ice to complement his/her game?
A: First of all, your child should be living an active, healthy, sporty lifestyle that includes multiple sports and physical activity on a daily basis. It's a simple recipe, but it works. Promoting a daily routine that includes proper nutrition, sleep and physical activity is first and foremost in any off-ice training plan.
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| While body-checking is illegal in girls and women's hockey, body contact is not only legal, it's inevitable. In fact, it's an integral part of the game. Because of that, USA Hockey is changing the way body contact is perceived and taught in girls hockey, starting at the youngest levels and continuing through 10U, 12U and beyond.
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| To succeed in sports, kids need to understand that there are going to be setbacks along the way. Growth most often comes not from easy success but from failing and then working to overcome those failures. Watch a great example here.
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