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Coach Kevin
Jun 205 min read
USA Hockey's neck protection August mandate and our product insight ...
The USA Hockey Congress has mandated neck laceration protection for all players, except adults and on-ice officials under 18, in games...
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Coach Kevin
Mar 204 min read
If you want more ice time, change the coach's perception of your game.
Like any sports coach, hockey coaches form players' opinions through careful observation over time. Every action on the ice during games...
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Coach Kevin
Feb 94 min read
The Unyielding Meritocracy of Hockey: A Blueprint for Success in Life
From the local rinks to the grand arenas, one truth reigns supreme in hockey: meritocracy. Meritocracy, the system where success is based...
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Coach Kevin
Dec 14, 20233 min read
Every Play Matters ...
The importance of executing simple plays effectively cannot be overstated in hockey. While flashy goals and highlight-reel plays...
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Coach Kevin
Nov 27, 20235 min read
Thoughts and tips on Upcoming Prep and High School Tryouts ...
High school hockey tryouts are a thorough evaluation process that take many factors into account, beyond just individual skills . Coaches...
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Coach Kevin
Oct 5, 20232 min read
Four essentials for every hockey bag ...
Going to the rink is always an experience, especially regarding equipment issues, which always seem to crop up at the worst times. ...
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Coach Kevin
Oct 4, 20232 min read
Cut-resistant neck equipment for player safety ...
We have all read the horror stories of players having their wrists or necks cut by skate blades. As of August 1st, 2024, all USA Hockey...
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Coach Kevin
Sep 29, 20233 min read
Save your gloves and improve your grip with Buttendz!
Several years ago, I tried Buttendz because the concept of a rubberized grip similar to a golf club made so much sense. I also have used...
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Coach Kevin
Sep 27, 20231 min read
The benefits of small-area games
Small-area games are a cornerstone of hockey training, benefiting players of all ages and skill levels. These focused drills, conducted...
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Coach Kevin
Sep 1, 20232 min read
Making the jump from youth to High School/Prep School play
Transitioning from youth hockey to high school or prep school hockey involves significant changes and adjustments. From weight training...
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