| At what age should the responsibility begin shifting from the parent to the player? |
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| Shot selection is a huge part of scoring in hockey, particularly at the 14U and 16U levels. It's something that can be worked on, and should be worked on, says Mike MacMillan, USA Hockey's national coach-in-chief. Here are a few of the tips he offers. |
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Q: I understand the importance of skill development, but when will my child learn how to play the game?
A: While your child should be learning some elements of the game in an age-appropriate manner throughout their youth hockey experience, it is at this Train-to-Train stage of their maturation when they will truly begin to specialize in becoming a hockey player (and learning "how to play the game").
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Benefits of small-ice hockey with Tony Granato
Tony Granato, 2018 U.S. Olympic Men's Hockey Team head coach, discusses the use of small-area games following a practice at the 2017 Deutschland Cup and explains why these types of drills are important at the youth levels.
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| Commitment |
| It takes commitment to excel in sports. Working hard to improve as an athlete takes time and sweat. Athletes must overcome adversity. Nothing is easy. |
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