At Home Skills Development

This initiative is designed to help our young athletes continue developing their skills even when away from the rink. In this initiative, links to videos demonstrating at-home drills for different skills will be sent out. 

Hockey is a sport that demands dedication, discipline, and continuous improvement. At-home training provides an approach to skill development, focusing on key areas such as stickhandling, shooting, agility, and strength. These exercises are tailored to be performed in the comfort of your home, ensuring every player can maintain their progress and stay engaged with the sport they love.

We encourage all players to take advantage of this opportunity and commit to personal development. 

Quotes from famous coaches on Initiative

“The best competition I have is against myself to become better” - John Wooden

“We’re not going to be sitting around waiting for something to happen. We’re going to make things happen for ourselves.” – Herb Brooks

In this video, the instructor outlines exercises for improving stickhandling at home. The instructor demonstrates various drills focusing on stickhandling and conditioning—skills critical for player development. The instructor also demonstrates the value of proper technique, even when practicing without ice or full equipment.

Stickhandling Drill: Techniques for improving hand-eye coordination and puck control using a variety of objects, such as balls or pucks on different surfaces.

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