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It is commonplace these days for players and families to search out help and advice from people outside of their circle of friends and coaches. Oftentimes that circle widens to include paid advisors or agents. Many in this game are honest and good people who genuinely want to help your player reach their goals and […]
Beware of Advisors: Deceptive sales practices and unreliable reporting Read More »
Congratulations to the Boston Dogs on their first NCDC win of the 2024-25 season. On Wednesday December 4, 2024, the Dogs (aka Jr Terriers) , defeated Thunder HC 3-1 in an NCDC matchup. Game can be viewed on FloHockey- Replay: Home – 2024 Thunder vs Dogs | Dec 4 @ 11 AM Game Recap- Thunder
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The term “swag” is an acronym for “Stuff We All Get”. A swag bag is a bag filled with gifts, mostly small and simple, that is handed out for free at an event. Upon entering to learn to skate, players should get a Swag Bag that they take with them into the locker room and
Some Fun Ideas for Your Learn to Skate or Learn to Play Program Read More »
2 Small Area Games for the U20 or Junior Levels Huntsville 3 v 3 Use the center ice circle. Players outside the circle can’t go inside and players inside the circle can’t cross the redline or go outside the circle. Focus on quick decisions, puck movement and shots from good angles. Pucks go out of
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Junior Hockey Rankings are absurd. The Tier System, put into place years ago by USA Hockey, has and remains to be outdated, only Tiering leagues and organizations based upon their Funding mechanisms (No Tuition vs Tuition based) and housing. It does not have to do with level of play. For years, (until about 2010), the
Thanksgiving Wish List… Ending Jr Hockey “Rankings” Read More »
The NCAA Ruling to allow CHL players into NCAA is already having a significant impact on the landscape of Jr hockey. Most impacted seems to be the BCHL, where a significant number of standout player have left their respective teams to join teams in Major Junior, as their NCAA eligibility is no longer affected by
NCAA/CHL Ruling already having an impact on JR Hockey Read More »
Trimble’s Drill of the Week- German 6 Line Drill for all levels. Simple variations to keep it fresh. By Andrew Trimble Andrew Trimble is the General Manager and Co- Owner of the New England Wolves Hockey Club. He is also the Owner of Scoring Concepts LLC, a New Hampshire based hockey training company that offers
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For Connor Bedard, November 17, 2024, was a night filled with emotion, pressure, and pride. The Chicago Blackhawks’ rookie sensation returned to Vancouver, the city where his hockey dreams first took shape, to face the Canucks in a highly anticipated showdown. It wasn’t just another game on the schedule—it was a homecoming for the 19-year-old
Connor Bedard’s Emotional Homecoming in Vancouver Read More »
In a league where youth often dominates, Alex Ovechkin continues to be the exception, proving age is just a number. On November 17, 2024, the Washington Capitals’ captain delivered a vintage performance with a stunning hat trick, securing a decisive win over the Vegas Golden Knights. The victory was a crucial one for the Capitals,
Ovechkin’s Hat Trick Fuels Capitals’ Triumph Over Golden Knights Read More »
Even at 9 and 10 years old, youngsters should be learning about healthy eating and food habits. They should be taught basic nutrition and fueling their bodies the right way in order to be healthy and active for their entire lives. According to CDC statistics, between the ages of 6-11 years old, American youth obesity
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