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By Andrew Trimble Hockey as Exercise Sports Illustrated published a few years ago an article on the NHL playoffs detailing some of the extreme measures and risks players have put their bodies through to compete for the Stanley Cup. Here is some “food for thought” on Hockey as a form of exercise: Caloric Consumption:A regulation […]
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WHAT IS IT? The BAUER RE-AKT 200 is a top-of-the-line hockey helmet that offers superior protection and comfort. It is designed to protect against a wide range of impacts, including linear, rotational, and side impacts. The RE-AKT 200 is also one of the most lightweight helmets on the market, making it ideal for players of
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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…
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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
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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
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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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