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| December is when the youth hockey season shifts into high gear. For 8U players, the timid introductions are in the past and now it's all about developing those fundamental skills and having fun. Hopefully you've found a program that delivers a great experience for your child, because first impressions are important. But what if you're not so sure? Here are some things to consider as you ponder the remainder of this season and the seasons to come. |
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Q: How does skill development keep our kids safe on the ice?
A: Hockey is not a sport in which kids should just be thrown into a game. They need to first learn on-ice awareness, body control, how to maneuver on skates and how to do so with their eyes up, not to mention how to handle the puck and be responsible for their sticks. It's a gradual progression of skill development, critical not only for improved performance, but also for safety. If we teach our players these foundational skills, it makes our sport safer.
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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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| Water Bottles |
| Studies have shown that drinking a glass of water can accelerate brain function up to 14 percent. In a hockey game, that can be the difference between making a play and missing it, so not only are there health benefits associated with consuming water, there are performance benefits, too. |
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