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| At first glance, it's easy to compare your little skater with others on his or her team. But at such a young age, does it really matter? And do the hockey skills your 8-year-old shows today give any indication of how good they'll be as a teenager and beyond? Former NHL defenseman Brian Pothier has insights on what matters, what doesn't, and what develops at 8U. |
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Q: My child is finishing the 8U cross-ice season and heading to 10U next fall. How will the transition to full-ice hockey go?
A: This is a great question. There's no doubt that there will be an adjustment period. It will be important to stay patient and realize the changes in game structure that your player will be experiencing. Most importantly, maintain a long-term view. The skill-development benefits your child experienced in cross-ice hockey will pay dividends, especially in terms of your child's long-term hockey potential.
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| Years. Our children have many ahead of them and we'd like them to be healthy, happy years. |
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