| Shot selection is a huge part of scoring |
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| At 14U/16U, it's very tempting to look ahead. To think, "What's next?" To wonder, "How can I get to the next level as soon as possible?" And "Should I move up early to get ahead?" Everyone's path is different, but all should take one piece of advice: There's no reason to rush development. New Jersey Devils star rookie defenseman Will Butcher didn't. |
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Q: What is missing among many 14/16U hockey players?
A: The proper number of practices for athletes at this age, both on and off the ice, is the No. 1 issue holding many back from reaching their full potential. The practice-to-game ratio for this age group is way out of line in many areas of the country. In many cases, the ratio is 1:1 or 1:1.5 at best. Simply put, that's not enough.
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| Body positioning |
| A big component of playing successful hockey is body positioning, which at its core, involves skating skills. During the course of play, players are constantly jockeying for body position. |
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