The head coach is the leader of the team, and leaders should always be prepared. For most coaches, laying the groundwork for a successful hockey season begins now. Once the puck finally drops, the year will flow a lot smoother for all involved—assistants, players, parents—if the head coach has planned appropriately. To help get started, here are a few key areas to address as the season approaches to ensure a fun, successful season for all involved. READ MORE »
USA HOCKEY COACHING NEWS
New Era for USA Coaches
With the 2013-14 hockey season almost upon us, it is with great excitement that we are launching The Coaching News! The Coaching News will keep coaches across the country updated and provide tips and resources to make your season successful. Our first issue will help you plan for the season. READ MORE »
Tips from
an NCAA Champion
Refreshed and recharged after winning the 2013 NCAA National Championship, Yale University head coach Keith Allain has already started preparing for the upcoming season. Youth and high school coaches should start doing the same. Take Allain’s advice.
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SKILL DEVELOPMENT
Improve balance, agility, speed and stick skills with five age-appropriate on- and off-ice drills. READ MORE »
GOALTENDING
Three drills for beginner, intermediate and advanced-level goaltenders. LEARN MORE »
SMALL AREA GAMES
Small-area games should be used at all levels of play. Here are five age-appropriate games to play in practice. READ MORE »
X'S AND O'S
Want to increase your amount of scoring chances? Teach your players how to enter the offensive zone more effectively. LEARN MORE »
DRILLS
Chaos Stickhandling, Ringette Protection, Breakout to 1v1 and Skating ABCs. READ MORE »
OFF-ICE TRAINING
Five off-ice drills for Mites and Squirts to improve puck-handling, explosiveness and strength. READ MORE »
