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The University of Wisconsin men’s hockey team is planning to downsize the ice rink at the Kohl Center from 97 feet wide to 85 feet, the NHL standard. The project is expected to cost $2.5 million and will be completed in an upcoming offseason, either 2024 or 2025. The change has been advocated by several […]
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Practicing Pattern Zone Entries Practicing Pattern Zone Entries is essential for having your players develop good offensive habits when carrying the puck into the Offensive Zone As always try to practice good habits with communication, setting targets and stopping on the net. Check out video for drill in action.
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In a recent legal development, the Chicago Blackhawks are once again facing a lawsuit, this time for civil litigation related to allegations of sexual abuse and an ensuing cover-up in the 2010 season. The lawsuit was first reported by Phillip Thompson of the Chicago Tribune. The plaintiff, identified as John Doe, has chosen to remain
By Andrew Trimble Loose puck retrievals & checking shoulders Check out the clip for hints and tips on drills that start with a loose puck. Putting your players in game like situations to start a drill can make all the difference in developing proper habits. GOOD HABITS HELP IN INJURY PREVENTION, CONFIDENCE WITH THE PUCK…
Wanna Reduce Injuries And Teach Your Players To Properly Give And Receive Checks? Read More »
2-0 Regroup / Rush Drill Forwards and Defenseman start in opposite corners at each end of the ice. Whistle blows all 4 lines go
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For those of you who have not read about the incident (and have been fortunate enough not to see the video of the accident), this past Saturday, Adam Johnson, a forward for the EIHL Nottingham Panthers, was clipped in the neck by a skate during play. The play itself was a “freak accident” during a
After Hockey Player Dies, Where Does That Leave Potential New Equipment Rules? Read More »
By Andrew Trimble Let’s look at some numbers-A PRACTICE BY THE NUMBERSThe following facts and figures relate to a 60-minute practice session: A HOCKEY GAME BY THE NUMBERS :The following statistics were recorded during a 60-minute Peewee level hockey game: After each season I get feedback from parents and players about how they spent their
Kids Want to Improve… Play more games or schedule more practices? Read More »
WHAT IS IT? The CCM RIBCOR Trigger 7 is a high-performance hockey stick designed for players who want a quick release and a powerful shot. It features a low kick point, which means that the stick flexes at the bottom of the shaft, making it easier to load and release the puck. The Trigger 7
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So far this year, next to a full-time job, coaching a youth hockey team, recording podcasts, and trying to write articles, I sometimes don’t have enough time to scroll Twitter (I refuse to call it X). When I do, I typically make sure I check out a few different sources or accounts to make sure
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Trimble’s Drill of the Week 3 Puck Game To reward a team for a successful weekend or to mix things up, I like to do different unique games. Here is a video for the 3 Puck Game.
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