What do coaches at the next level really look for? You might be surprised.


  Optimize your offseason  
 
As players progress through the ranks, they face more and more pressure to be inside an ice arena more often. At 14U/16U, players are looking at summer showcases and other offseason events, trying to decide what's best for their futures. Union head coach Rick Bennett reminds players and their parents, however, what college coaches are really interested in.
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  Q: Do you have any player development tips that could give my player an edge?

A: There are no shortcuts, but there are a few tips that can boost your teen's development as a hockey player and help them be the best they can be on a daily basis.

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Velocity in PHV
A child is growing at his or her fastest rate during peak height velocity (PHV). Learn about how PHV plays a role in your child's athletic development in this ABCs of ADM installment.
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