| Subject | Date Asked |
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| knee bend in 6 year old | 11/16/2009 |
Q: My 6 year old son has been skating for just a year. He never did lessons he went right into hockey. ...
A: Great question! You may have a future star on your hands eh? It will be very important he gets a ...
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| begining hockey | 11/13/2009 |
Q: I am 12 and i am gonna start playing hockey. ther is a lern to play class at a local roller rink. ...
A: .. To start out with hockey - you really don't need anything fancy or expensive. What you could ...
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| coaches taking slap shots at players | 11/10/2009 |
Q: What's your view on coaches (full grown males) taking full force slap shots on goalies at the PeeWee ...
A: you would think you could eh? - I searched their site a bit and could not find any "easy" contact ...
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| coaches taking slap shots at players | 11/10/2009 |
Q: What's your view on coaches (full grown males) taking full force slap shots on goalies at the PeeWee ...
A: .. In my opinion, I certainly agree with you in that I DO NOT feel it is right! Unless the player ...
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| ccm skates | 11/5/2009 |
Q: i just purchase a pair of ccm vector u+pro skates. I want to bake them but do not know the length of ...
A: .. It should be the same as any other skate... I hear that they may take a couple bakings to get ...
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| recreational skates? | 11/4/2009 |
Q: Martial I hope you can answer a question about skates. Up until a few years ago I played rec. ...
A: My first impression on those skates is that they are made for "just skating around" - like at public ...
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| hockey stop. plz help! | 10/28/2009 |
Q: i started playing hockey about two years ago, and coaches say my skating and stance is outstanding, ...
A: .. Do you play roller hockey? This turning stop style could come from that!! Regardless... here ...
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| shots | 10/22/2009 |
Q: My question is if my 11 year old son wants to improve his shot in the garage. Is putting a little ...
A: .. I would have to say YES! It's one thing to build confidence by shooting from up close - but we ...
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| An observation | 10/15/2009 |
Q: Martial I am interested in what you do to keep in shape. I am a 50 year old guy, weekend jock, ...
A: Hey Bud!! LOL! I just turned 50 this year also!! It doesn't get easier eh? Just staying active ...
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| development | 10/13/2009 |
Q: my question is, for a 10 year old boy, to keep him playing at a decent caliber of hockey, should ...
A: Great question! Actually if your son is having FUN and is not getting "beat" too much during those ...
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| Too heavy to play? | 10/6/2009 |
Q: My husband did not play organised hockey as a kid but he can skate OK and hit a puck,etc. He has ...
A: Great question!! Thank you! All the best doctors are advising senior (hockey) players - you can't ...
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| Hockey | 9/18/2009 |
Q: I'm writng to you in regards to my 10 year old son. My son has played on a community hockey team for ...
A: If I were "running" the show - size would not matter... Hockey in it's purest form of PLAY is about ...
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| Ice Hockey | 9/2/2009 |
Q: I can stop alright on one side but I can't stop on my other which must be my weak slide. I don't ...
A: .. Thank you for your question. Best thing would be take it ALL from the "TOP" - and work both ...
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| Hockey | 8/23/2009 |
Q: What are some good techniques to work with beginner aged hockey players as a teenage coach?
A: .. #1. KEEP IT FUN - if they are enjoying their time they will learn faster, remember more and come ...
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| Mite Shooting Practice | 8/21/2009 |
Q: I am setting up a hockey area in the basement for my son, he is starting his 3rd year of mite ...
A: .. As a mite - your first objective is for him to HAVE FUN!! So you want him to "succeed" - hit ...
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| Getting Back Into Shape | 8/11/2009 |
Q: I'm 16 years old and have just finished my most disappointing season ever. I went from 2nd line of a ...
A: .. I hear ya my friend. As great a game it is - it can sure be disappointing at times. But ...
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| Panicking while playing hockey | 7/31/2009 |
Q: But when ever i play any type of hockey i always seem to panic and make bad decisions with the puck ...
A: .. Well first things first - relax.... you are not alone!! This happens - even to the best! It ...
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| Tollerances | 7/25/2009 |
Q: I decided to buy a truly recommended skate and from their website it looked as if they were made to ...
A: While I have never seen a "fix" on a skate with shims - I have seen it my moving the blade holder ...
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| Backwards Crossovers | 7/24/2009 |
Q: I have mastered forwards crossovers and now I want to do them backwards. I've tried but I can't do ...
A: Just to make sure you have the fundamentals right ... here is a basic explanation for backward ...
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| Tollerances "normal alignment" from the manufacturer | 7/24/2009 |
Q: I decided to buy a truly recommended skate and from their website it looked as if they were made to ...
A: .. Unfortunately I do not know what the manufacturer's tolerances are for skate manufacturing. ...
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| Handedness | 7/12/2009 |
Q: What determines handedness in hockey (the way a person shoots?) Ovechkin signs autographs with his ...
A: There is GENERALLY no one particular thing... as you can see - great players can shoot either way ...
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| Clarifications | 7/3/2009 |
Q: I'm Jacob. I need Clarification on numbers 2 and 3 which are 2. In forward skating only, feet must ...
A: 2. What this is trying to say is that often times skaters do not consciously bring their forward ...
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| When is good time to begin hockey? | 7/1/2009 |
Q: I've heard most of the hockey players start skating when they are four or younger. My son will turn ...
A: .. I am a firm believer that it is never too late to start playing hockey. If there is love of the ...
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| Hockey Season Preparation | 6/30/2009 |
Q: I am about a month and a half until tryouts for my hockey team start. I was wondering what excerises ...
A: Putting a weight or specific training program together is not exactly something that I do in ...
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| Hockey | 6/29/2009 |
Q: I am 16 years old and going into my junior year. im about 6 feet 170 lbs. and i am having so much ...
A: .. unfortunately writing up workout plans is not my forte. But I can tell you that a good mix of ...
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| ECHL, CHL, IHL etc. | 6/26/2009 |
Q: I am currently 23 years old and have been playing ice hockey since I was eight. I have not played ...
A: .. Well it's not easy to just step in "above" the many many players who have "followed" the herd - ...
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| how well is the pay for minor pro teams | 6/25/2009 |
Q: my stats from this past season i had a split season in Schreiber Ont,of the SIJHL and Onion Lake,Sk ...
A: .. Pro can allow you to earn a decent living, that's for sure. If you don't have something else to ...
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| open tryouts | 6/18/2009 |
Q: I read a question that you answered for a fellow named Michael and I feel the same as he does. ...
A: .. The best way would be to try to make some direct contacts with some agent types and or scouts... ...
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| Running and hockey | 6/17/2009 |
Q: and I will do any thing to get better and move on to the next level. I have a couple questions ...
A: For now - this running is quite good actually - not too long and not too short - good for stamina - ...
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| Have a question about Goalies | 6/15/2009 |
Q: How are you? I have a friend who i really think can make it pro or at least in minors..how do i go ...
A: .. Your best bet would be to try to get him to this camp... it would be the easiest and quickest ...
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| youth stick | 5/27/2009 |
Q: I am an assistant Roller hockey coach. My son is 11 yrs old and uses a youth bauer xxxx stick. the ...
A: Your son is right at about the age one might start to consider going to a bit bigger stick yes... ...
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| cluster checking | 5/21/2009 |
Q: Can you explain the term cluster checking, which i read und on coachingboard. perhaps it is ...
A: .. Hmmm i have never really heard this term before - at least not for intentionally playing or ...
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| 9 year olds and positional play | 4/20/2009 |
Q: I am a coach with a 9 year old AAA spring hockey team. This is a team of kids assembled for a 10 ...
A: .. The first thing we must remember as coaches is we MUST MAKE IT FUN! No fun - no "game".... ...
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| What do I need for Jr B or Major Midget? | 4/19/2009 |
Q: I am a 6'0 160 pound defenseman. This past year was my first playing rep after playing recreational ...
A: .. Of course ANYTHING is possible for the most part. However this question will depend alot on ...
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| Sharp Turns | 4/18/2009 |
Q: I'm sorry for all these questions! I have one more. I have no idea how people do those really sharp ...
A: No problem... this is what I "do"... I love this game, it served me well, and love to give back as ...
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| Stops | 4/18/2009 |
Q: I didn't realize how good the answers on here were so I have a question about the hockey stop. I use ...
A: .. The first thing you need to do is RELAX and work on your CONFIDENCE. The big key here (as with ...
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| Skates | 4/15/2009 |
Q: I'm just beggining hockey. I got a pair of Bauer ice skates for hockey. I had a pair of used ones so ...
A: .. Yes you can rub them against the plastic of the bench - but it would be even better if you used ...
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| Is that true? | 4/12/2009 |
Q: i know you are a hockey guy there, i actually dont play hockey in a league i just play with friends. ...
A: .. As a general rule - this is about right... depending how "hard" you are pushing your self, and ...
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| Way Too Old????? | 4/10/2009 |
Q: OK Believe it or not, I am 31 and just got into inline hockey! I have never played a sport in my ...
A: Good day William... I for one will say that it is never too late and you are never too old. As ...
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| Motivating 8 year old boy in hockey | 4/7/2009 |
Q: My 8 yr old son is a good hockey player yet often lacks moivation. This past season he made the ...
A: Good morning Jeff... Have you asked your son - exactly what HE really really wants? Obviously he ...
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| Son playing hockey | 4/6/2009 |
Q: my son, who is five, has become a hockey nut! He loves to skate and play hockey. I currently get ...
A: This is Great! Welcome to the family!! ;-) I may be biased but it is a fantastic sport to love! ...
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| Hockey and cardio (bike) | 4/5/2009 |
Q: i read some of your answers, u impress me, and i would appreciate if you answer mine :) . Im a ...
A: .. Putting a weight or specific training program together is not exactly something that I do in ...
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| Where to play?? | 3/30/2009 |
Q: My son has been playing AAA for the past 2 years in a city near where we live. Next season he will ...
A: Great question and your son is very fortunate that you care enough to reach out and think through ...
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| forward weight lifting program | 3/26/2009 |
Q: I was Wondering if you knew of a good weight lifting program for forwards age 15-18. i am looking ...
A: .. Sorry I can't help you much on this one... While I have understanding in general fitness ...
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| agents | 3/24/2009 |
Q: hey my name is cory we have talked before, ive heard you mention that to get into ahl tryouts you ...
A: For that particular camp no - and you could actually make a "good story"!! One never really knows ...
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| agents | 3/24/2009 |
Q: hey my name is cory we have talked before, ive heard you mention that to get into ahl tryouts you ...
A: Actually your best bet would be to GET A TRACK RECORD... play some junior hockey. Get on ANY team ...
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| agents | 3/24/2009 |
Q: hey my name is cory we have talked before, ive heard you mention that to get into ahl tryouts you ...
A: Great find! While it may not get you INTO the AHL ... it will allow you to be EXPOSED to the guys ...
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| Conditioning for the upcoming season | 3/17/2009 |
Q: Right now its near the end of my season and for summer hockey Im looking to up my ...
A: I am no fitness guru by any means... From what you are saying and based on experience you are ...
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| squirt player who gets hunted... | 3/11/2009 |
Q: my son is a squirt player. He is very small but fast, with good vision and good stickhandling. In a ...
A: .. I really feel your concerns... I've been there before... did my part to put a small dent and ...
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| CCM V10 | 3/8/2009 |
Q: I have been having the same problem with my CCMV10 skates. I have severe discomfort inside my right ...
A: .. That is very curious situation you have... I tried to do some research but could not come up ...
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| Next Level | 3/3/2009 |
Q: Hey Martial I have a question about getting to the next level. I am a 13 year old (turning 14 in ...
A: .. Unfortunately I am not too familiar with the various Junior Leagues in Ontario... Did you ...
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| Next Level | 2/28/2009 |
Q: Hey Martial I have a question about getting to the next level. I am a 13 year old (turning 14 in ...
A: .. My gut feeling is saying go at it "slow and sure"... Your first step is to play the highest ...
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| Phil Housley | 2/25/2009 |
Q: I have been searching for information regarding the last NHL player to skate a full game, meaning: ...
A: .. Except for goalies of course, I have never heard of any NHL player playing a full 60 Minutes of ...
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| Knee Injury | 2/20/2009 |
Q: I played drop in Hockey in a place in Pennsylvania, and toward the end the ice got pretty choppy. I ...
A: .. I am no doctor - but from experience it appears you may have aggravated some ligaments ... not ...
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| Tryouts | 2/18/2009 |
Q: Hey Martial. I am 20 years old and I have been playing hockey ever since I can remember. Playing on ...
A: .. It seems there there are a few guys who'd like to "get back in the game"!! I'm a big believer ...
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| Open tryouts infos | 2/18/2009 |
Q: Martial my name is Samuel. I'm from Quebec, Canada and i'm 20 years old (1988/26/12). I've been ...
A: Most of the tryouts are typically in late summer... though some leagues will run some screening ...
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| re: lie | 2/12/2009 |
Q: i heard some guys on my team talking about "lie" of the stick . . . what exactly is that?
A: The Lie represents the angle of the blade at the base of the shift. The higher the lie the less of ...
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| Stick length | 2/7/2009 |
Q: I've played recreational hockey for a few years and am now upgrading to the one-piece composite ...
A: There is variability for personal preference... The "average" being your stick should come to the ...
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| Defenseman stick | 2/3/2009 |
Q: What type of stick is best for a 6' 200 lb defenseman. My son play's AAA travel and is on the ...
A: Flex is a pretty personal thing.... though "bigger" players often end up with a stiffer stick, and ...
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| Defenseman stick | 2/3/2009 |
Q: What type of stick is best for a 6' 200 lb defenseman. My son play's AAA travel and is on the ...
A: .. Unfortunately there are sooooo many varieties now with so many options - it really becomes a ...
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| Peewee player - hockey stick flex | 2/2/2009 |
Q: My son uses a one-piece CCM Vector VSE OPS orange stick. It is labeled 20kp Junior Flex 50. His ...
A: .. Coach must have seen a little "too much" flex from your son's shots. So this could be ...
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| career in USA | 1/31/2009 |
Q: My name is Stanislav. I am Russian. I play the second season the Junior "В" in USA.I am 19 ...
A: .. Unfortunately I do not have any personal contacts with US agents per se. Here are some links to ...
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| Hockey "PLUS/MINUS" stat | 1/29/2009 |
Q: At what level, what age does plus/minus stat become a relevant stat or tool to use as a coach?
A: .. This is always a "fun" stat to play with, as the kids can easily be motivated by this - even if ...
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| Hoping It's Not To Late ! | 1/26/2009 |
Q: Hey I'm a 24 year old hockey player, that hasn't been able to play competitively for a while now. ...
A: I am never one to say things are impossible - though some things certainly are lower percentage. ...
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| equipement | 1/23/2009 |
Q: you know the sock that you wear over the shin protectors? Yeah I don't know how to tape it on! i ...
A: Good Day! There are a couple different ways to tape up the shin pads. THE MOST COMMON WAY is do ...
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| Mental funk | 1/15/2009 |
Q: I'm 35 playing in a adult hockey leagues B division. I played a couple of years housleague as a kid ...
A: Hey Joe!! I totally understand your feeling - I been there and done that! You are right on track ...
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| icing | 1/13/2009 |
Q: i've been watching hockey and always stop play because of icing.What is exactly icing? srry to ask ...
A: Icing is when one team sends the puck down the entire length of ice without anyone else touching it. ...
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| Hockey Tips/ Future | 1/12/2009 |
Q: I am 16.5 years old and am playing for a Midget AA team in Vancouver, BC. I am around 6'1 155 but ...
A: .. Sounds like you have lots of promise! And you seem to LOVE the game too! Perfect! The bikes ...
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| bench system | 1/10/2009 |
Q: When play is on and your suppose to go on the bench is it the whole lane that gets off the ice or is ...
A: Not necessarily. Most coaches will prefer the whole line does change "together" - but sometimes - ...
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| stride lengthening drills/exercises | 1/10/2009 |
Q: Would you have some suggestions on drills and exercises that we could use to help lengthen my ...
A: Good Stuff Joe... YES - if you can work on a skating treadmill - i.e. Frappier Acceleration ... ...
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| hockey-had to make a new message | 1/9/2009 |
Q: i understand and yea i have 2 jobs right now and a also go too school so that shouldnt be a ...
A: .. That can vary quite a bit from team to team - depending how far they have to travel and what ...
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| juniors | 1/9/2009 |
Q: hey martial my name is cory and I was wondering if you could help me out. I plan on trying out for ...
A: Well most Jr. teams will require that you be attending school for a minimum number of hours when not ...
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| juniors | 1/9/2009 |
Q: hey martial my name is cory and I was wondering if you could help me out. I plan on trying out for ...
A: Hey Cory, While I don't have any contacts with these teams specifically - my experience has been ...
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| lacing youth hockey skates | 1/6/2009 |
Q: I have 3 boys(triplets) playing in mites. I have read your comments regarding lacing skates. Could ...
A: .. God Bless you -- 3 boys - all at once! WOW! The coach is "technically right". Wrapping can ...
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| snowplow stop | 1/4/2009 |
Q: i have been playing hockey for a couple months now and am still not stopping. i have a question ...
A: .. Keep up with the "effort" and tries... it sounds like you are close - you may just need to ...
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| Improvement | 12/30/2008 |
Q: I have played hockey since i was about 5. I am now a sophmore on my high school hockey team. i wnwas ...
A: .. Besides doing a regular strength and conditioning program you can maybe also look into ...
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| Skills Stick and Skates | 12/28/2008 |
Q: Hey, my name's Bill. I'm in my late 20's playing in an elite adult ICE league. I started playing @ ...
A: .. 1. Sticks are very personal in terms of choice, etc. Though I do know that the Coffee curve is ...
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| to late to start? | 12/26/2008 |
Q: I am 16 years old and am just starting to pick up skating again, next year will be my senior year in ...
A: .. While I am not a very big believer that much is impossible, some things can be more difficult. ...
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| increasing speed | 12/26/2008 |
Q: I've got a little brother who is 13 years-old and is currently mid-way through his first season in a ...
A: at this age - you are best to focus on technique first... adding strength and conditioning training ...
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| re: faceoffs | 12/23/2008 |
Q: i'm an adult hockey who just took up the game 4 years ago. My team plays in C division. I can handle ...
A: A couple quick tips that can help you increase your "wins" immediately are: 1. Be "ready" - with an ...
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| When is it too late? | 12/21/2008 |
Q: Martial, How are you? I just want to say that I think it is great that you are helping everyone ...
A: .. While I am a huge advocate for ANYTHING is possible - of course some things will nonetheless ...
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| Pre-Game Speech | 3/19/2008 |
Q: I am a head coach of a Bantam team. My pre-game speeches tend to focus on what we as a team need to ...
A: .. A good pre game speech must be tailored to "where" the team is at (from recent practice plans), ...
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| Tryout information | 2/9/2008 |
Q: I'm currently 23 years old and i have been playing hockey for over 13 years. I have been out of ...
A: Most of the tryouts are typically in late summer... though some leagues will run some screening ...
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| What and where should i go??? | 2/7/2008 |
Q: .. i am 16 years old... i'm from neepawa,mb,canada. I play goalie and forward... i still havent made ...
A: .. The best thing for you to do would be to join a midget or Junior hockey team. You may have to ...
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| slapshot | 1/30/2008 |
Q: a couple of nights ago, guys in the locker room were discussing the all star game slapshot ...
A: .. your theory is a very good one. With the new composite sticks that are available and more ...
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| scouting bantam players | 1/28/2008 |
Q: I have some questions regarding the bantam draft in Canada. When to the scouts start talking to the ...
A: .. Unfortunately my exposure to the Canadian process is limited. I do know Scouts can start ...
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| Neutral Zone Trap | 1/22/2008 |
Q: I'm a captain on a men's team in a no fight/no check league. We aren't the fastest team but have ...
A: .. while this is by no means a very FUN system to play -- (really can slow game down - and does not ...
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| Minor League Hockey | 1/17/2008 |
Q: I am 21 years old and have just recently begun playing competitively again. I played Junior B hockey ...
A: .. I am a big believer in "Anything is possible my friend!" If you are looking for minor pro (IN ...
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| Youth coaching | 1/16/2008 |
Q: I've been coaching 3-7 year old beginners for the the past 2 years and I've become very frustrated ...
A: .. Ahhh these kids can be fantastic for sure... Usually the "problem" is one or two kids -- I ...
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| NHL | 1/15/2008 |
Q: Ive been told to ask you concerning this question. I have just recently gotten into hockey. IM 16 ...
A: Hey Eric... now i don't want to give you any false hopes either. Starting this late - you will ...
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| NHL | 1/13/2008 |
Q: Ive been told to ask you concerning this question. I have just recently gotten into hockey. IM 16 ...
A: I am never one to say that something is IMPOSSIBLE... If you REALLY REALLY REALLY want - I believe ...
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| Too old? | 1/5/2008 |
Q: I'm 23 and live in southern california. I've never really skated (and honestly I can't actually ...
A: Ho Josh! Absolutely not! There are surprisingly alot of guys who are picking up hockey -- even in ...
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| Ankle/peroneal tendon inflamation | 1/2/2008 |
Q: Martial, I have been skating on a new pair of skates for almost 1 year without any pain. I'm in ...
A: Hey Rich... I am told there are two things that NEVER stop growing on our bodies... our ears and ...
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| hockey and training | 12/31/2007 |
Q: I am going on my 5th hockey season and currently play for Gilmour Academy. I am a goalie. I workout ...
A: A great set of drill/exercises for any hockey player including goalies are those involving ...
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| THE NEXT STEP | 12/28/2007 |
Q: Hey how are you, i read your passage and felt that maybe you can help me along. I am 24 years old, I ...
A: You are too old for Junior Hockey... but you may be able to give it a shot at the lower semi pro ...
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| Tryouts for Goalies--SPHL | 12/27/2007 |
Q: Martial, I have been reading through all the questions and answers from the people who are ...
A: .. Goalies seem to be in abundance these days... with the star status of the Roys, Brodeurs and ...
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| try outs | 12/27/2007 |
Q: Can you help me find open try outs for any teams.I'm 21 now with no colleage,any info would help. ...
A: As far as I know there are no tryouts going on at this time. All teams and leagues are in full ...
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| summer hockey | 12/19/2007 |
Q: I was so impressed with you last response, I thought I would ask another question. Again I have a ...
A: .. In my experience the better hockey players are usually good OVERALL athletes. They can play ...
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| Brother | 12/18/2007 |
Q: I have been looking on here hoping to find something to help my brother. He didn't want to seem dumb ...
A: How old is he? Has he been skating at all? AS you can read from all the posts - there is alot to ...
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| How much is too much? | 12/12/2007 |
Q: Our 5-year-old son is playing hockey for the first time this year (he has taken skating for over a ...
A: .. Yes this is "too much"... The object is suppose to be FUN. When it starts feeling like work -- ...
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| mite motivation | 12/10/2007 |
Q: I know Let him have fun will be part of the answer. My son is in mites (1st year) and plays hard ...
A: It is still quite early to worry ... remember it is just a game. That said it is an opportunity ...
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| son wants to be a goalie | 12/10/2007 |
Q: My son wants to be the goalie for his mite team.I was wondering at what age i need to worry about ...
A: .. Depends how "serious" you want to be -- if you think this is permanent - sooner is better - for ...
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| interested in playing ice hockey | 12/6/2007 |
Q: I use to play roller hockey in high school and have always wanted to play ice hockey but never had ...
A: Hey Rich... If you haven't been playing TOO long - it shouldn't take you too much time... they say ...
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| New to Hockey | 12/5/2007 |
Q: I've been a hockey fan since I was a kid, but I've just now decided to learn to play. I'm 25 years ...
A: .. Welcome to the hockey family ... it's a fantastic fraternity that will bring you great fun and ...
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| New skater | 12/4/2007 |
Q: I have been fascinated with hockey since I was very small. Unfortunately, I live in Kansas City ...
A: Hey Ryan... Yup you are correct on that-- I forgot about the Nike - Bauer buy out ... hard to keep ...
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| New skater | 12/4/2007 |
Q: I have been fascinated with hockey since I was very small. Unfortunately, I live in Kansas City ...
A: .. Unless you decide to play 4-5 times a week and need for your skates to "last" ... you really ...
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| re:5 year old beg skater | 12/3/2007 |
Q: My son has been in a learn to skate program for 11/2 years. He just tried out for a midget travel ...
A: .. It's NEVER too late. At this age it SHOULD be FIRST AND FOREMOST about FUN and laughter... ...
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| Standard Terms and Breakout Drills | 11/28/2007 |
Q: Martial, I've been coaching house league for several years; however, this is the first year I'm ...
A: .. Actually there is not "one" set standard for terminology. Most coaches will adopt and tailor ...
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| next level | 11/28/2007 |
Q: I read what you had to say about checking into minor pro leagues for tryouts, which I will. I love ...
A: There are now many Men's Hockey schools, clinics and tournaments you can register for and play in. ...
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| Just Starting | 11/27/2007 |
Q: I'm about to start playing pick up hockey with some friends of mine. So I've been searching online ...
A: .. Most hockey pants come built in with the "girdle" padding. So no if you get a full hockey pant ...
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| ice skates | 11/24/2007 |
Q: I skating fine 2 times this week and today for some reason my foot was looser in the boot then ...
A: Cory... It can be a couple things. Different socks. Different lace tightening... too tight vs too ...
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| pulling together a losing Pee Wee team | 11/24/2007 |
Q: Obviously they're all unique, with only one who is genuinely out of control and disruptive. He has ...
A: COMMUNICATION is KEY!... and know this -- for kids this age (and for some of their parents) - you ...
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| Stops | 11/20/2007 |
Q: My name is Mike, i'm 25 years old and got a late jump on the world of hockey. I started to play ...
A: Mike... Well if you have "skating backwards" and forward stopping down - stopping backwards should ...
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| Developing offensive defenceman | 11/17/2007 |
Q: The question is regarding my 16-year old brother, who plays defense for a Midget AAA team. He is ...
A: .. It's pretty cool you watching out for your brother like this! I think you nailed it when you ...
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| Stops | 11/12/2007 |
Q: My name is Mike, i'm 25 years old and got a late jump on the world of hockey. I started to play ...
A: Stopping while going backwards is dependent on the ability to actually skate technically correct ...
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| motivating 9 year olds | 11/6/2007 |
Q: i understand you answer however, would you clarify reprimands are you suggesting. lost ice time ...
A: .. I hear you loud and clear. It's not as easy as it may sound eh? The BIG key is one has to ...
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| Stops | 11/3/2007 |
Q: My name is Mike, i'm 25 years old and got a late jump on the world of hockey. I started to play ...
A: .. The first thing you need to do is RELAX and work on your CONFIDENCE. The big key here (as with ...
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| hockey tactics | 10/31/2007 |
Q: What are the main tactics used in hockey? Merci
A: .. This is a very BROAD question. What specifically do you want to know? The game itself simply ...
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| Varsity Hockey Tryouts | 10/30/2007 |
Q: My 15 yr old son is 5'6" and approx 125 lbs, not big for his age. He is a fairly decent player and ...
A: Without knowing your son's personal goals, passions etc. it can be hard to give the "right" ...
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| Power skating problem | 10/27/2007 |
Q: I am a female hockey player, and I am a very good skater, but I feel like one thing that is holding ...
A: .. Sorry for delay in reply ... I just lost my dad after a 27 day COMA... It's been quite the ...
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| Power skating problem | 10/25/2007 |
Q: I am a female hockey player, and I am a very good skater, but I feel like one thing that is holding ...
A: The pleasure is mine. When you are in a regular hockey stance - at stand still, as you bend your ...
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| Powerplay breakout | 10/23/2007 |
Q: I’m looking at altering the power play breakout. Currently it’s pretty standard, where D1 has the ...
A: A good way to add some speed here would be to loop your centreman down low and actually have him ...
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| Power skating problem | 10/23/2007 |
Q: I am a female hockey player, and I am a very good skater, but I feel like one thing that is holding ...
A: You are on the right path... there may be a few things you could do that could help... Here is my ...
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| is there a way and should i try to play hockey | 10/22/2007 |
Q: Can I get back into hockey at my size, and if so what should I play? 5'9 178lbs
A: .. Size is really only a matter of the mind... if you don't mind it don't matter. My son is 5'-8" ...
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| training bands | 10/19/2007 |
Q: I am intrigued by the training bands I saw in a store-the kind that hook around your ankles. Are ...
A: .. Like ANY training too - the effectiveness of it is directly proportional to how much you believe ...
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| Killing Penelties | 10/18/2007 |
Q: I was wondering what the best tactics were for defending against a team that implements the an ...
A: .. THE BEST PK tactic is having your 4 hardest working most relentless guys out there... no matter ...
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| Shooting off the back foot | 10/12/2007 |
Q: Martial, I'm working with a Travel Midget team. I've noticed at least two decent players almost ...
A: ... I totally agree with you. While that one shot may be effective for certain situations - to ...
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| Pro Hockey Try-outs Follow-up Question | 10/12/2007 |
Q: Martial, This is a follow-up to a question in May 06 from a 22 yr old looking to break into the ...
A: With your situation it surely could be a hard route for you... The KEY for you will be for you to ...
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| ice hockey skates | 10/8/2007 |
Q: i want to buy my boyfriend a pair of ice hockey skates for christmas. which are the best brands to ...
A: There are quite a few brands, and within those brands quite a few model of skates to pick from, with ...
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| sharp tight turns | 10/1/2007 |
Q: martial i need help with sharp turns. i would appreciate the help thanks. ...
A: .. Of course being able to make good sharp turns means you must have your general skating strides ...
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| Skating question | 9/28/2007 |
Q: First off, I'd like to thank you for answering my question. I've been playing hockey since I was ...
A: Good morning Zahir... What you are experiencing is pretty normal!!! We all have a DOMINANT or ...
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| getting noticed | 9/27/2007 |
Q: Ive been playing and practicing alot and my skills have really gotten good. I do think I have the ...
A: .. The best way is to play for the BEST team that you can ... if you can play Juniors - get on a ...
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| Offensive Defenceman | 9/26/2007 |
Q: I just transferd from goaltender to defenceman.. I was wondering what i should do to be a good ...
A: There is alot that can be said about this depending on your age - level of play and commitment... ...
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| how to do sharp turns and crossovers | 9/26/2007 |
Q: martial hey, i need to work on my sharp turns. the diameter at which i turn is like 5 feet and i ...
A: Explaining the crossover can be a little tricky without demonstration... Here are some basic ...
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| hockey skating stopping and sharp tight turns | 9/20/2007 |
Q: i have been wanting to play hockey for about a year now but I'm not really good a stopping while ...
A: .. If you have to "turn" to make a stop - you are probably adapting to ice hockey from skating on ...
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| Tiering Question | 9/17/2007 |
Q: My son has been evaluated for the Novice 1 team (8 year olds mainly) but near the bottom of it. I'm ...
A: .. It is my opinion that at this age the priority should be time on the ice and FUN! He will have ...
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| ankle issues and skates | 9/4/2007 |
Q: as he suggested that that I ask you Thanks! sorry its long....My daughter who is 14 and a high end ...
A: .. We did not know that either about two different skates... but if you think about it - they are ...
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| ankle issues and skates | 9/4/2007 |
Q: as he suggested that that I ask you Thanks! sorry its long....My daughter who is 14 and a high end ...
A: .. Wow - this sounds all too familiar! My son, who went to prep school in Canada for 3 years - had ...
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| if your born American you'll never make it | 8/28/2007 |
Q: Your answers are very motivating to these children that want to make it in the NHL, but the reality ...
A: .. There may (have been) many non-americans (in the past) - but that, I believe, has been changing, ...
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| position | 8/28/2007 |
Q: hey im cory, I was wondering what position you think I should play. I can play both forward and ...
A: At that size I would have to say it favors you being a forward. Unfortunately for you defenseman ...
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| Positional Play | 8/26/2007 |
Q: My 10 year old is playing for a select team for the first time and wants to play forward rather than ...
A: .. I understand your situation... I actually went through that myself as a young lad - having ...
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| Left vs Right | 8/21/2007 |
Q: I've been playing hockey off and on for 20 years or so. I've really started focusing on improving ...
A: .. The answer to this will depend mostly on what your goals or objectives are for playing hockey... ...
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| NEVER TOO LATE! | 8/16/2007 |
Q: I would describe myself as a hard-working young (15) goalie who is trying very hard to improve his ...
A: Sorry again for delay -- it's a busy time... From what you are saying - I would go one more year ...
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| NEVER TOO LATE! | 8/15/2007 |
Q: I would describe myself as a hard-working young (15) goalie who is trying very hard to improve his ...
A: Hey Evan... Thanks for the follow up... And sorry for delay on last reply - (I noticed you nicked ...
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| NEVER TOO LATE! | 8/13/2007 |
Q: I would describe myself as a hard-working young (15) goalie who is trying very hard to improve his ...
A: Answer: Hi Evan To be realistic your odds are somewhat against you if you have not already made a ...
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| raising the puck | 8/3/2007 |
Q: HELP!!! i can't raise the puck at all on the ice! my coach doesn't really work with us on that ...he ...
A: .. There are a couple things you can do to help your raise your shot. #1. FOR SLAP OR SNAP SHOTS: ...
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| Trying for the NHL | 7/26/2007 |
Q: Hey Martial, my name is Anthony Bacon. First, a brief history about me: I have been into hockey ...
A: .. I am never one to say that something is IMPOSSIBLE... If your REALLY REALLY REALLY want - I ...
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| NHL | 7/19/2007 |
Q: Hey Martial, My name is Anthony Schulte, I'm 18 years old and I'm from southern Alabama which is ...
A: Hey Anthony! You know HOPE is a "tricky" notion... it's GREAT to have it as it will certainly ...
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| all about college...? | 7/6/2007 |
Q: I'm Marcin and I'm from Poland.I think I'm good hockey player. I play in national team of Poland.I ...
A: .. I am sure if you are playing on a good National Team that you must have some pretty good ...
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| help | 7/4/2007 |
Q: i grew up on maui. i just started playing 4 years ago in toronto. i am a naturally gifted athlete ...
A: I am never one to say things are impossible - though some things certainly are lower percentage. ...
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| NHL Hockey Glass | 6/27/2007 |
Q: I am 73 and have been an NHL hockey fan for over 6 decades. I watch most of the game at Chicago. In ...
A: Hey Dennis ... I grew up in Montreal area in the 60's & 70's ... Needless to say I was a big Hab ...
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| installing an endplug | 6/24/2007 |
Q: I recently bought a composite stick and it's a little short. How do I install an endplug?
A: .. I trust you are doing well and enjoying this great game! Installing an end plug is no different ...
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| mental block - being in a rut - slumps... | 6/22/2007 |
Q: I seem to have a huge mental block that is holding me back. My knowledge of the game and skills are ...
A: Hey Barry... I see you are still "hard at it"! That's great! This game can be quite addictive... ...
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| systems for 7 year olds ... or not? | 6/17/2007 |
Q: What do you do to get 7 year old boys to react to playing defensive hockey? I am new to coaching ...
A: .. Great question... First of all while it is very noble to want to teach these young boys about ...
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| snap shot | 6/13/2007 |
Q: hey man, well lately ive been looking to improve my snap shot. ive been trying to emulate the ...
A: .. First things first: A quickly released "quick" shot is probably one of the highest percentage ...
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| My 4 year old | 6/12/2007 |
Q: My son started skating lessons--here in Phoenix last September (half an hour every saturday with 8-9 ...
A: Hey Steve... That's great ... We definitely need to rally behind them next year ... they MUST make ...
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| My 4 year old | 6/12/2007 |
Q: My son started skating lessons--here in Phoenix last September (half an hour every saturday with 8-9 ...
A: Hey Steven... (You a Habs fan too?? -- I'm a die hard -- having spent the better part of my life ...
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| training program | 6/9/2007 |
Q: I am a 14 year-old. 5'2", 100 pound d-man looking to bulk up for next season. I would like to make ...
A: .. Unfortunately there is no sure fire way to put on weight - as alot of it will have to do with ...
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| Defense 2 on 1 slapshot | 6/6/2007 |
Q: My 13 yr old son plays AAA and faces a particular player that when challenged will just fire a ...
A: .. Great question! First of all, for all intents and purposes - he should be playing most 2-1's ...
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| junior hockey | 6/4/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if you had to be playing at a certain level, AAA or AA, to try out for junior ...
A: Good morning Kenny... Actually you don't -- almost anyone within the age bracket can tryout. Of ...
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| long island hockey | 6/1/2007 |
Q: hey im cory, I was wondering if you know anything about getting noticed in hockey if you live on ...
A: I am not too familiar with the north east area... But you can try EJHL - (A good Junior A tier II ...
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| JUNIOR HOCKEY | 5/31/2007 |
Q: My son just recently made a local jr.C team, but has since made a jr.B team 3.5hours away. I'm ...
A: I understand your concerns - I've been there myself with my son! Playing Jr. B will definitely ...
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| skating slaloms in practice vs. games | 5/12/2007 |
Q: Martial I am refering to the skating maneuver where you keep your legs together and ski or slalom ...
A: .. The slalom drill is basically an exercise to "work" on becoming more agile using the edges of ...
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| Coaching | 5/5/2007 |
Q: I am a college freshman interesting in becoming a coach. Would you recommend that I major in ...
A: .. This is fantastic that you are thinking of coaching at this stage of your career! Coaching will ...
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| stickhandling | 5/2/2007 |
Q: hey im cory and im wondering why it is that when im outside and using a golfball, smartball,swedish ...
A: Tell me something are you practicing while moving or basically stationary... if so - you may have ...
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| warrior sticks | 4/17/2007 |
Q: should i get a macdaddy stick or a dolmite stick for ice.
A: Sorry for delay -- I had to research this one a bit... I've never used either one, but from what I ...
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| Source to find pro teams to tryout for | 4/14/2007 |
Q: I'm currently 23 and have been out of the playing side of hockey for a few years (been coaching my ...
A: Ya I saw parts of the "be a bruin" show during some NHL intermissions... Looked like a pretty ...
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| Hockey Terms | 4/7/2007 |
Q: When hockey teams list a roster of players what does the term "healthy scratch" mean? Does this ...
A: .. No he does not dress... it does mean he could have dressed but because a team can only dress 20 ...
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| A Few Questions on Stopping/Shots/Speed/College | 4/6/2007 |
Q: I know these are quite a few questions spun into one, but I feel I need advice to my own specific ...
A: .. To master the art of stopping it would be best for you to go through the steps "in order" ...-- ...
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| Visors | 4/1/2007 |
Q: I'm am considering making the change from full cage to visor. I play midget AA and am wondering what ...
A: .. TO KEEP THIS SIMPLE! I would keep the cage. Sticks are sill way too high as most players have ...
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| Stiff Skates and balance for light players? | 3/20/2007 |
Q: I play hockey at least twice a week and have the top of the line Mission Flyweights about 4 years ...
A: .. I have not heard anything on the Mission Skates performance per se... My cousin has a pro shop ...
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| Crossovers | 3/19/2007 |
Q: Is it common for players to have a dominate side when doing crossovers and a weak side? I consider ...
A: .. Yes this is pretty normal for almost everyonw ... most people will have a dominant side and ...
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| How old are these skates? | 3/16/2007 |
Q: I bought an old pair of bauer 'hugger' hockey skates to hang on my door (mother of 3 hockey players) ...
A: .. These would go back to the mid seventies... (1975-76ish?) sometimes they would have a stamp in ...
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| puckhandling | 3/14/2007 |
Q: I've been out of hockey for 4 years now; a good friend of mine and myself have decided to join a ...
A: .. Before we say too much about different things on puck handling I do want to emphasize a skill ...
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| keeping your head up | 3/11/2007 |
Q: hey my name is cory and i was wondering if you knew anything i could to to keep my head up. I can ...
A: .. You know I want to share a little secret... keeping your head up is a little "overrated"!!! ...
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| Next level! | 3/8/2007 |
Q: Martial My game is improving,so when I got asked to 'sub' for a team in an old timers league,I ...
A: Barry ... this is great - you are continue your progressive "stretch" and you must take alot of ...
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| Roller to Ice | 3/8/2007 |
Q: Well I'm going from roller to ice now. Our roller league folded so that's really my only ...
A: Hey Scott... Actually in my opinion - you are in a very good position... it's certainly easier to ...
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| taking a quick shot with no time to set up or think | 2/27/2007 |
Q: Having my most successfull year yet thanks in large part to your previous advice! The last thing I ...
A: .. thanks for the credit -- but you are definitely a very enthusiastic player who is very dedicated ...
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| Hockey stop | 2/26/2007 |
Q: i want to be able to hockey stop, so i am not flying all over the place trying to stop. Can you help ...
A: .. being able to add stopping (and restarting) to our repertoire of skills will surely make one's ...
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| defensive play in front of the net | 2/23/2007 |
Q: Given the new rules, what body checking/positioning can a D do to an opposing player in front of the ...
A: .. This is indeed a very good question and if we just had to deal with the rule book in black and ...
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| Crossovers for speed? | 2/20/2007 |
Q: Martial My forward skating/speed has hit a plateau. I continue to train and practice but at my age ...
A: .. cross overs will not necessarily give you speed as much as slow down an opponent trying to catch ...
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| weighted vest? | 2/16/2007 |
Q: My nephew(19) has been playing for only two years now but coming along great. He is highly motivated ...
A: .. The key to any exercise or training regimen is one must ENJOY doing it. If a prop can add some ...
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| AAA | 2/12/2007 |
Q: My son is going into Squirt A this spring, he's almost 9. We've been getting calls from AAA teams ...
A: .. This is an EXCELLENT question and one more parents should ask and research! Playing at the ...
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| Player position | 2/9/2007 |
Q: I am new to ice skating and hockey. My weaknesses are speed and puck handling. Strengths are ...
A: It sounds like you might have some of the qualities of a good defense... obviously a tough ...
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| Junior Hockey Tryouts | 2/6/2007 |
Q: hey im cory Im 16 and live in long island new york. I was wondering if there are any junior teams I ...
A: .. I am not too familiar with the north east area... But you can try EJHL - (A good Junior A tier ...
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| Cooperalls | 2/1/2007 |
Q: Have you ever worn these? I am considering getting a used pair. I heard they are less restricting ...
A: .. Now there's a name from the past... There were many mixed opinions on those... I guess it all ...
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| Son's Future in Hockey | 1/30/2007 |
Q: I was wondering what my son can do to get into some tryouts for the minor leagues? Where do I go ...
A: .. If your talking Jr hockey there are several leagues you can find at the USA Hockey website... ...
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| John LeClair | 1/29/2007 |
Q: What ever happened to John LeClair? He's not even on the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins roster. ...
A: .. Last I heard he was released by the flyers in Mid December -- he was suppose to go to ...
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| scoring chances | 1/27/2007 |
Q: it works really well. I need to know how to create a scoring chance. I can score during drills and ...
A: .. Part of this is learning to relax during "game" situations... confidence is a huge part of the ...
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| Practice vs, Games - Game confidence | 1/27/2007 |
Q: Martial I play one rec league game a week on Friday nights. My new job has given me some extra spare ...
A: .. This sounds like when you are more relaxed and feel that making a mistake will matter less (i.e. ...
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| Special ED Hockey | 1/23/2007 |
Q: I teach special Ed PE. I thought it would be nice to try hickey. I work very hard to teach them ...
A: Hockey would be a fantastic sport for PE... it offers opportunity to teach all aspects of ...
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| Playing Weight | 1/22/2007 |
Q: I am at least 25 pounds overweight,but I can still get around OK on the ice and have lots of wind ...
A: I would have to say that YES -- shedding off some pounds will MOST DEFINITELY help!! You see alot ...
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| body checking | 1/9/2007 |
Q: Ive been playing for a while now and I can get the puck by lifting the opponents stick pretty good ...
A: .. nice to hear from you again! Body checking is a skill that relies mostly on timing and follow ...
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| hockey man | 1/9/2007 |
Q: does my agae matter 21 they dont have a certain age that u have to be playin byyo man ive im 21 ...
A: Actually at these professional levels they don't usually start getting players till they hit 21... ...
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| Shooting | 1/8/2007 |
Q: I have been practicing my ability to get off a quick snap shot while skating. The problem seems to ...
A: IN my personal experience - there has always been a way to make a necessary adjustment... I see ...
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| hockey man | 1/8/2007 |
Q: yo man ive im 21 living in charlottetown pei canada i played until i was 17 then moved to vancouver ...
A: .. I am never one to say that something is IMPOSSIBLE... If your REALLY REALLY REALLY want - I ...
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| re: radius & pitch | 1/2/2007 |
Q: Happy New Year! i have a couple of questions regarding radius & pitch. I just bought a pair of ...
A: .. AND A "HOCKEY NEW YEAR" TO YOU TOO!!!!!!!! ;-) I have seen these and to the best of my ...
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| On motivating teamwork? | 12/31/2006 |
Q: I am the captain of a competitve girls team, and i was wondering if you could help me out a little ...
A: .. That can sure be a tough challenge for anyone to face... but know that it is not up to you ALONE ...
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| Hockey Stops | 12/29/2006 |
Q: I have recently started skating and would like to learn how to hockey stop instead of running into ...
A: .. Welcome to ice hockey... Being able to add stopping (and restarting) to your repertoire of ...
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| Slapshot power ... | 12/25/2006 |
Q: Seasons Greetings Martial! My play has improved a lot in the past couple seasons,but if there was ...
A: Glad to hear things are improving -- THAT IS GREAT!! The roll ups are good! Any exercise to ...
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| tryouts | 12/18/2006 |
Q: Do you have any links to any webpages containing info on any minor league tryouts? Im prepared to ...
A: If you are looking for minor pro - there are several leagues you can look up -- SPHL ...
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| higher shots | 12/17/2006 |
Q: hey I am in a pee wee hockey league and I need to know how to shoot the puck higher than 1 ...
A: .. There are a couple things you can do to help your raise your shot. #1. FOR SLAP OR SNAP SHOTS: ...
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| Thank You! | 12/8/2006 |
Q: First of all, this IS the real Sidney Crosby, and second of all I came to you because I was getting ...
A: .. I just wanted to follow up with a small favor? I know you probably get tons of requests and I ...
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| Thank You! | 12/8/2006 |
Q: a couple years ago I asked you a question asking about junior teams and what it takes to be in the ...
A: Wow -- if this is really THE Sidney Crosby -- I am thrilled. Somehow I have a hard time believing ...
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| who's goal? | 12/2/2006 |
Q: I asked you a question before and thought you were very helpful. I am in a men's legue and the last ...
A: .. Thanks for the kudos! I love the game -- I enjoy sharing my experiences and thoughts! As much ...
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| which hand? | 11/28/2006 |
Q: I'm 22 years old and have never played ice hockey before, but I'm learning to skate and my next step ...
A: .. As you have read - there is a "better" side to play. If your dominant hand is the right - then ...
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| Crossovers | 11/23/2006 |
Q: If you were to describe how to do a crossover, is htere a way you could tell it to someone in steps?
A: Sorry for delay - I had to fly to Montreal to attend my father in law's funeral... I just got back! ...
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| Coaching systems and tactics for men? | 11/23/2006 |
Q: FirstWhen you teach drills for cycling, forchecking, breakouts. How do you put these together. Do ...
A: .. The best way to teach any of these "system" type plays is indeed to break them out into the ...
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| Crossovers | 11/22/2006 |
Q: I decided completely out of the blue in August that I was going to start playing hockey. So I joined ...
A: .. I have never really heard about "limitations" for shorter people in hockey... There have been ...
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| putting the puck in the net | 11/20/2006 |
Q: I play in an adult, no-check league and play drop-in as often as i can. I've been playing since I ...
A: ! A good place to start is a local chain book store -- more and more have at least ONE copy of ...
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| composite stick question | 11/20/2006 |
Q: I have been using a Koho intermediate stick.I like the length and the whip. I would like to get ...
A: .. There are probably literally hundreds of different types of sticks available... and it's not ...
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| 17 man line changes | 11/13/2006 |
Q: I have a similar situation as the change line question dated 7/9/03. I have 17 kids on my squirt B ...
A: .. You are on the right track ... keep the shifts short. Let your kids know this is what you will ...
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| hockey stop and position | 11/9/2006 |
Q: just a few quick questions for the hockey stop i would just like to know how to acctually do it haha ...
A: The first thing you need to do is RELAX and let's work on your CONFIDENCE. The big key here (as ...
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| re: skates | 11/8/2006 |
Q: i have couple of questions . . .i bought a low end Mission skate about 3 years ago . . . do you know ...
A: .. I am not 100% familiar with the Mission skates - but I know that all skates can have the blade ...
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| lower back | 11/5/2006 |
Q: Improving all the time! I am the oldest guy 48 on my team with an average age of 35. The guys cant ...
A: .. Great stuff... us "ol" guys need to keep up with our own health and fitness eh? You know as ...
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| Face Offs | 11/4/2006 |
Q: What is the reason that an official will wave a player off from doing a face-off? Thanks.
A: The ref can do this anytime any member of one team tries to get an advantage by "cheating" in any ...
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| drills | 11/2/2006 |
Q: Just would like to know if you know were I can locate some dryland goalie drills for free on the ...
A: .. That can be a good question... you've googled the net I gather and could not find any great ...
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| Been playin for awhile, wonderin about another step up for me. | 11/1/2006 |
Q: I have been playing hockey off and on for almost 10 years or so. I am now 21 and playing in an adult ...
A: If you are looking for minor pro - there are several leagues you can look up -- SPHL ...
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| scoring | 10/29/2006 |
Q: hey Martial! i've been working on my skating and getting a lot better but now that im focusing on ...
A: .. That's great stuff Kiev! Skating is the most important part of the game! A quickly released ...
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| can a 30 y/o play hockey | 10/27/2006 |
Q: ------------------------------------------- has a walk on ever made it onto a team
A: .. I could not say for sure if that has ever happened as a "walk on" without prior (fairly recent) ...
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| can a 30 y/o play hockey | 10/26/2006 |
Q: My question is I have never played hockey on an organized level being that i'm from the south where ...
A: .. The odds are definitely not in your favor... but you just never know unless you "try"... If ...
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| Stick Length Off Ice | 10/26/2006 |
Q: If my stick should come up to my chin when on skates, does this mean it is best to use a stick which ...
A: No, you should practice with a stick that also comes to the same place (up to your chin). You must ...
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| Advice | 10/26/2006 |
Q: I've just begun to develop a love for the game, and I figured while I am still young enough and have ...
A: .. One of the best cardio exercises for hockey is cycling. This will work your lungs and your ...
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| Ice Hockey | 10/24/2006 |
Q: I played ice hockey when i was about 7 till around 12. Then i stopped so i could focus on high ...
A: .. To be very realistic your odds are very much against you - HOWEVER THEY ARE CERTAINLY NOT ...
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| Cherry Picking in Youth Hockey | 10/23/2006 |
Q: Our Squirt AA team will be playing an average team next week, with the exception of one player. ...
A: I totally agree with you ... kids SHOULD not be taught these sort of tactics... it is NOT part of ...
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| hockey vs broomball | 10/23/2006 |
Q: Is broomball the same as hockey and if so can you teach the same concepts as you would hockey to ...
A: .. I played on my high school team back in the early 70's. As far as I can remember it was ...
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| semi-pro tryouts | 10/19/2006 |
Q: chl,sphl. when do they usually post tryout dates in hockey news and on the web? Thank you, Juraj ...
A: .. Most of the tryouts are typically in late summer... though some leagues will run some screening ...
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| Power Play breakout and defenseman play | 10/16/2006 |
Q: Martial -Hey thanks for such concise advice. I like it when the details are covered! Any thoughts ...
A: .. I know what I liked -- the least I can do is same eh? ;-) Another great question.... Yes it ...
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| Power Play breakout and defenseman play | 10/16/2006 |
Q: Martial, The high school team that I help with has difficulty in breaking out and it becomes even ...
A: .. Great questions... General rules to abide by: 1. In own zone - keep puck outside of scoring ...
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| Short legs | 10/15/2006 |
Q: Martial I seem to improve every year(this is my fourth season playing as an adult),but I have a ...
A: .. I can understand... I had an uncle (5'- 3" max) who struggled with the game -- but somehow ...
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| ice hockey off-ice workouts | 10/15/2006 |
Q: ive been playing hockey for 10 years now and I play bantam AA hockey and want to go to high school ...
A: Unfortunately there is no sure fire way to put on weight - as alot of it will have to do with your ...
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| Hockey | 10/14/2006 |
Q: I have a couple of questions for you. 1st of all I am 15 years old and have been told I have a lot ...
A: .. Making it all the way to the NHL is a very tough road for most. And unless you have already ...
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| Roller Hockey | 10/12/2006 |
Q: Okay, so ever since I was a little kid, I wanted to play hockey, but my parents wouldn't let me ...
A: .. Welcome to the great game of hockey -- you will see once you get started -- you will have a hard ...
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| Off-ice shooting | 10/11/2006 |
Q: I am asking parents of my team to set up shooting area for the kids at home. Looking for advice on ...
A: Since you are talking about "kids" shooting - you will no doubt be focusing most on mechanics and ...
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| One leg push | 10/10/2006 |
Q: Is there a way to motivate 6 y/o kid to "fight" for puck during a game or a practice? When he ...
A: I totally understand your situation... I had a similar experience with my own son... unfortunately ...
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| One leg push | 10/10/2006 |
Q: My 6 y/o son uses mostly the right leg to push. We constantly remind him to use both legs. He starts ...
A: For a 6 year old - this is quite normal... they may have a dominating strong side that they feel ...
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| stick length | 10/7/2006 |
Q: Hey Martial I am 5'7",short and stocky,not very agile.I used to use a real long stick as it helped ...
A: .. Length of stick really boils down to personal preference and acceptable performance... If you ...
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| Foot Numbness | 10/5/2006 |
Q: I've been playing hockey since I was a kid. I can't remember a time when I didn't get numbness in my ...
A: .. There is NO reason for you to have to live with numb feet ... a properly fitted and laced up ...
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| Nhl | 10/2/2006 |
Q: I'm going to be honest here, I am currently not playing hocky and have not in about 6 months, and ...
A: Hey Jr. It seems there there are a few guys who'd like to "get back in the game"!! I'm a big ...
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| hockey and skating | 10/1/2006 |
Q: hey, im daniel and i just started ice skating and playing hockey last winter and im turning 15 this ...
A: .. The big key about skating is PRACTICE... REPETITION... the more you do it the better you will ...
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| coaching | 9/20/2006 |
Q: Hey martial,I have been coaching youth hockey for 4 years, mites thru squirts.This year Im moving up ...
A: There are literally hundreds of books about hockey drills and coaching ... all great sources for ...
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| Hockey tips | 9/18/2006 |
Q: I really need to make a tryout for hockey and i doesn't look good.do you have any tips?
A: .. Wow -- this is a pretty open ended question... I'd love to help! Is there something more ...
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| exercise bike or treadmill/running? | 9/17/2006 |
Q: With a month to go I need to start working out to prepare for my adult rec season. I used to jog ...
A: .. Your observation is very accurate. The exercise bike is a much better cardio-leg builder than ...
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| How can we motivate our son to get back into hockey? | 9/11/2006 |
Q: Our son has now been playing rep hockey for 3 yrs. He is an amazing Defensive player when he puts ...
A: .. I can certainly empathize with what you are experiencing. Without knowing "MORE" about your ...
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| Hockey Jock | 9/8/2006 |
Q: A bit of a whacky question and embarrasing after having played hockey most of my life. I just ...
A: .. From my experience of seeing other guys use them ... the flap is to protect it from clinging on ...
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| Tryouts | 9/8/2006 |
Q: I am currently in the US Marine Corps. and am 23 years old, i have been playing hockey now for over ...
A: If you are looking for minor pro - there are several leagues you can look up -- SPHL ...
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| defense gap | 9/4/2006 |
Q: I am 32, A few years back (26-27)I was able to go to public stick time at the local rink 4-5 times a ...
A: Welcome to this great game ... it is definitely exhilirating and great exercise! The general rule ...
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| Just started, some questions.. | 9/4/2006 |
Q: whell i did get new skates last week, i ended up getting easton synergy 700's.. i have went skating ...
A: .. Hey -- the Synergy 700's are a good choice for new "beginner" skates too! When I said good used ...
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| Just started, some questions.. | 9/3/2006 |
Q: i just started skating with the intention of playing ice hockey, i just got into it about a year ago ...
A: Good Day Brad... Welcome to the great game of Hockey ... it is indeed a fantastic game. I would ...
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| i been hockey for 7 years | 8/28/2006 |
Q: Do they pick you to play on their pro team or can you just tryout for that team Answer - Hi ...
A: That means that you can search out different teams that may need players and then send your "resume" ...
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| i been hockey for 7 years | 8/28/2006 |
Q: Do they pick you to play on their pro team or can you just tryout for that team
A: .. Generally you need to TRYOUT. You may be scouted and invited to various camps, practices, ...
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| Training | 8/22/2006 |
Q: You told me that i didnt need to be super strong until im playing against people who out-weigh me by ...
A: That is typical for "smaller" guys ... my son is still 50 pounds lighter than most and he's playing ...
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| Skate faster | 8/19/2006 |
Q: my name is Phil and I started playing ice hockey 1 1/2 years ago. I play basketball too but, I am ...
A: .. Here's my take on the perfect stride: THE PERFECT SKATING STRIDE... 1. Knees AND ankles must ...
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| rockered | 8/16/2006 |
Q: I had my skates sharpened last night and the guy said I should get my skates rockered. What exactly ...
A: .. This can be a very good thing... what they do is make the blade curved or rockered to help give ...
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| hockey training | 8/14/2006 |
Q: Im a 13 year old, 80 pound defencemen going into Bantam. I am 5 feet tall and i was wondering if you ...
A: While you are still a little young for doing any heavy weight training (since your bones are still ...
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| Skates? | 8/12/2006 |
Q: My skates (Bauer100's) are starting to get worn out in the boot(I have replaced the blade once) so ...
A: I hear you .. back in the day it was just "Super Takcs" or "Bauer Supremes"!!! Unless you play 4-5 ...
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| Skate speed | 7/30/2006 |
Q: I have played soccer all of my life and im a very fast runner. I just started playing Ice Hockey ...
A: .. Sorry for delay - had a real busy weekend! Welcome to this great game -- absolutely with your ...
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| How Do I Workout For Football and Still stay flexible for hockey | 7/28/2006 |
Q: I live in New York and we have good hockey. I am playing Midget Major 16 U AAA and Im 15. I'm 5'10 ...
A: !! Hockey and football are not totally incompatible... The muscle and mass is still good for ...
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| Helpp . ! = ) | 7/24/2006 |
Q: Hey there, I'm 15 years old and I have played rep hockey for about 7 years now and I only have 2 ...
A: Putting a weight program together is not exactly something that I do in particular. There are ...
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| skating backwards | 7/4/2006 |
Q: i had a tip from a freind that you were a good guy to go to and i was wondering if u have any tips ...
A: .. Thank your friend for the referral - I appreciate it! Backward skating is a slight variation ...
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| Game 'nights' | 7/3/2006 |
Q: Martial thanks again for your help-you have been invaluable.I get comments fairly regularly on how ...
A: .. I am very happy to hear your are doing well. And it sounds like you are enjoying yourself too! ...
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| radius and pitch | 6/30/2006 |
Q: Forward lean Thanks Martial I will definately go to the 11 again,but how important is the forward ...
A: In my opinion it does make a difference if you are a forward. The D look so good with their ...
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| radius and pitch | 6/30/2006 |
Q: I am playing summer hockey on a much better team and a higher level of play than in the past.I am ...
A: .. Always good to hear from you and glad that things are progressing for you! It's a great game ...
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| Coaching - questions for a screenplay | 6/28/2006 |
Q: I am a screenwriter from the UK and I have been asked to adapt a novel for the big screen - its ...
A: .. It will be a pleasure for me to assist you with this project. I will definitely look up this ...
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| general | 6/27/2006 |
Q: how are you? I am 22yrs old and having been playing ice hockey for about 10years. I live in New ...
A: .. You can go to the USA HOCKEY website ... ...
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| team work | 6/27/2006 |
Q: I want to ask that if your team members have not very well skating skills how you play in game. ...
A: Greetings Ferhat! Welcome to the hockey fraternity! The best thing to offer to your teammates is ...
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| Shifting into high speed | 6/17/2006 |
Q: As an older inexperianced player(never played minor),I have made a lot of improvements to my game ...
A: There is a program (if you are interested in pursuing it) that is made for all sports but can be ...
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| Hockey Stretching and injury prevention | 6/16/2006 |
Q: I've been playing in the adult league for about two years and really enjoy it. I was wondering if ...
A: The best thing to do is take the time to do a (full) and proper warm up and stretch... (There is ...
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| Lefty or Righty? | 6/14/2006 |
Q: I play ice hockey (as well as baseball, tennis, golf, etc.) and have a very good shot with my right, ...
A: Hey Dog... Are you right or left handed? -- In my opinion right hand dominant people "should" ...
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| Sizing a hockey stick | 6/13/2006 |
Q: I've just started learning to play ice hockey and I want to make sure I know the proper way to size ...
A: .. There is variability for personal preference... The "average" being your stick should come to ...
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| How to hockey stop | 6/6/2006 |
Q: for the past few months i have been going to the public ice rinks and try to hockey stop. i can do ...
A: .. Have you reas my previous emails on hockey stops? What exactly are you having trouble with -- ...
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| Ice Hockey Skating and Training | 5/29/2006 |
Q: I've been doing some reading through your past Q and A's and there's plenty of good information to ...
A: .. Welcome to ice hockey... I'm sure you've noticed already .. as great as roller hockey can be - ...
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| Penalties | 5/26/2006 |
Q: My question is when team A is on a 5 on 3 power play, and team B is short two players already, and ...
A: .. The penalized teams remains with 3 men on the ice. The time for the player who got the penalty ...
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| skating... | 5/6/2006 |
Q: i have recently discovered that my left leg is my dominent leg so i need to train to start stopping ...
A: A good way to help yourself start getting use to a hockey stop is to get the feel of sliding your ...
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| I want to play again! | 5/5/2006 |
Q: I want to play hockey again really bad but I'm to old for jouniors and I was going to play for ...
A: If you are looking for minor pro - there are several leagues you can look up -- SPHL ...
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| Goalie Pads | 4/30/2006 |
Q: I just bought a pair of goalie pads for my son and he loves them, me not knowing a lot about hockey ...
A: .. I don't have alot of experience with goalie equipment, but I have seen them dressing in locker ...
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| desire | 4/27/2006 |
Q: I would like to know how to approach (teams/coaches) about playing. I have no professional ...
A: Hey Billy! Alot of the bios/apps will allow you to put in your STRENGTHS... And if they don't, ...
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| Team Building | 4/24/2006 |
Q: I am always interested in any information about team building. Do you have any suggestions about ...
A: Great question. I have found it always VERY important for a team to GEL on the ice - they must KNOW ...
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| playing defense | 4/18/2006 |
Q: i just started playing hockey this year and ive played 1 on 1 frequently with some better players. ...
A: The best thing to do on any 1 on 1 - is ignore the puck and focus 100% on the chest area of your ...
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| X's and O's | 4/16/2006 |
Q: Martial- I am interested in team stratagies for my C leage adult team that absolutlly has no idea on ...
A: .. I hear you -- hockey is not as easy to play as some people think... though it is great FUN to ...
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| Pro Hockey League Tryouts | 4/10/2006 |
Q: Ma. I played midgets for the New England Jr. Coyotes, and Jrs for Umass Jr Minutemen. I had a few ...
A: .. If you are looking for minor pro - there are several leagues you can look up -- SPHL, UHL and ...
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| Stay or 'sandbag' it? | 3/31/2006 |
Q: Hey Martial how are you? As you know,I am a 47 year old rec player,only having learned to skate and ...
A: My advice is do what you ENJOY the most -- if you like loose hockey -- scoring some goals having ...
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| Game Awareness | 3/31/2006 |
Q: I have 2 sons that play youth hockey. My older one plays Squirts (9 & 10 year olds) and my younger ...
A: It sure is great that you take the time to participate with your sons and be so involved. And I ...
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| Off Ice Training | 3/19/2006 |
Q: I am currently a freshman at Arizona State University and am planning on trying out for the Division ...
A: .. What you need to be doing to compliment your strength training is what is called PLYOMETRICS. ...
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| My Hockey Stop | 3/18/2006 |
Q: All I can do now is put my right foot out, which would be my back foot and spray ice and come to a ...
A: .. it's about weight transfer and getting more confident with using your left (and probably weaker) ...
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| Insoles | 3/4/2006 |
Q: -Martial All I can find retail where I live is 'Superfeet'.Know anything about these? They are more ...
A: .. No, can't say I've heard of those.... Another up and coming good set of soles that combines the ...
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| Insoles | 3/4/2006 |
Q: -Martial Where can I get the Shock Doctors?Martial I have high arches and tend to walk on the ...
A: .. there are several places you can get them... here is one: ...
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| Insoles | 3/3/2006 |
Q: Martial I have high arches and tend to walk on the outside of my feet. My skates(Bauer 100's) which ...
A: .. Have you tried the new shock doctor's insoles? They have mini pressure pads at specific ...
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| Flat Puck Flight | 2/22/2006 |
Q: Do you have any tips or techniques on how to flatten your shot? I am generally satisfied with the ...
A: Shooting is always more about technique than power... so practicing often and on ANY surface will ...
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| Need a good boot | 2/17/2006 |
Q: I'm looking for a good hockey boot. I've had Bauers in the past, and I currently wear a CCM, and ...
A: The pain in the arch is most defenitely caused by a poor fitting boot. Tell me did you "bake" your ...
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| Defensive zone coverage | 2/16/2006 |
Q: What is your knowledge of a 1-2-2 defensive zone system? Is this appropriate for kids between 8-10?
A: .. I am familiar with the 1-2-2, which is also a version of the "TRAP"... and in my opinion, while ...
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| Cycling the Puck | 2/16/2006 |
Q: Looking for any good drills to get this concept more ingrained to Bantam age players
A: .. Great question and not an easy task for most kids this age... The first thing they must ...
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| Stickhandling | 2/11/2006 |
Q: Still improving lots,thanks! I found a rink where a group of twenty somethings goes to every Friday ...
A: .. it's great that you are improving... your hard work is a big credit to this ... no matter how ...
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| pulling goalie | 2/11/2006 |
Q: can you start the face off with the goalie pulled in the last minute of the game, or do you have to ...
A: You watching the Olympics too? Some great woman's hockey going on right now... Yes - absolutely ...
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| Arm exercises for shooting | 2/6/2006 |
Q: I didnt understand #1 where you said to shoot from a front to back foot follow through. I shoot left ...
A: Actually Barry - from a stationary position you are CORRECT -- as a left handed shot you do end on ...
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| NHL without going to college | 2/6/2006 |
Q: Hey thanks for the answer, I'm thinking I might just have to try out for some of those teams. Could ...
A: Here is the link for the USHL (Tryouts) page - (it's not updated for 2006 yet - but you can look up ...
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| Arm exercises for shooting | 2/6/2006 |
Q: My game is constantly improving,in part thanks to your advice. I am keeping up with the ...
A: .. Always nice to hear from you! And glad to hear things are improving! Shot power comes from a ...
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| NHL without going to college | 2/6/2006 |
Q: Hey I was Wondering if there is any way of getting into the NHL if you didn't go to college. I am ...
A: !! Nothing is impossible Sam -- if you really have the skills and the determination - great things ...
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| When to start skating | 2/5/2006 |
Q: What age is it appropriate for my son to start skating?
A: .. I don't believe there is any "INAPPROPRIATE" age ... as long as your son is comfortable with ...
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| Sore ankles after skating in new skates | 2/3/2006 |
Q: I was wondering how to break in my skates because when I play for 5- 10 minutes My ankles are ...
A: .. There are a couple things you can do to help the process... #1. Yes bake them ... but it's ...
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| Lace Bite | 2/2/2006 |
Q: I am breaking in a new pair of skates. this is the first time I have bought new skates in 13 years. ...
A: .. Without seeing exactly your situation here are some possiblities: #1. You may have something ...
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| defense | 1/29/2006 |
Q: I am a JV coach and teaching defense at this level seems to be very little. Everyone wants to score ...
A: .. Well you are dead on with your "assessment" of what your Defensemen need to be doing!! Yes - ...
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| leaving equipment on ice | 1/28/2006 |
Q: I get that when a stick breaks that you drop it becuase it is dangerous to everyone on the ice. ...
A: .. You are indeed correct about the rule concerning the broken stick -- as soon as it is broken, ...
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| Wobble board | 1/24/2006 |
Q: Martial I just picked up a round plastic wobble board for under ten bucks. I remember reading ...
A: Good deal! Yes these are very handy for working on your balance for sure. You can do just about ...
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| Running | 1/16/2006 |
Q: Martial In your experiance,how much value would you give to running as a training tool for hockey? I ...
A: That's why more hockey guys use stationary bikes, ellipitcal machines and stair steppers for thigh ...
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| Pitch | 1/6/2006 |
Q: Happy New Year! I am thinking of changing the pitch on my blades. I am top heavy with short legs. I ...
A: .. Happy New Year to you too!! A "D" pitch will give you a FLATTER blade and a more "balanced" ...
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| Stickhandling | 12/8/2005 |
Q: My hockey skills have improved a lot the last couple years,especially the skating,but I need to work ...
A: Glad to hear that you are improving! It's a great game isn't it? Stick handling is really alot ...
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| Hockey | 12/5/2005 |
Q: I am doing a project on a college essay, and I am suppose to pick someone on this site to ask a few ...
A: .. ok -- here's a QUICK reply to your questions... if you want elaboration -- just let me know! ...
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| Hockey position | 11/28/2005 |
Q: im 16 an ive been playing roller hockey for about 3 years now an i just got on a traveling team and ...
A: The first thing of course is to keep working at your skills and NEVER give up -- so you CAN keep up ...
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| Training for 7 year old kids. | 11/19/2005 |
Q: Do you have any suggestions for training excersizes for young kids. I'm out of ideas but I still ...
A: .. Can you tell me if you want "exercises" for on ice or off ice training? And when you mean ...
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| after the game | 11/15/2005 |
Q: I'm a coach of a PW rep hockey team,11 & 12 year old boys. How important is it to have a team ...
A: I AGREE! It is an excellent opportunity to review. I ALWAYS had pregame and prepractice "talks" as ...
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| Player position coverage & responsibility | 11/10/2005 |
Q: I am Coaching a Roller Hockey "Pee Wee 11/12" team and I am finding it hard to relay the coverage ...
A: Great question and I am happy that you are asking about this rather than just winging it with often ...
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| playing right wing | 10/16/2005 |
Q: I was playing right wing in my mens league. I haven't played hockey for about 20 years. We were in ...
A: .. Actually you are both "right"... However it would help alot if you set "which" system you and ...
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| position changes | 10/10/2005 |
Q: My son, 8 1/2, has just started his 3rd year playing hockey. He has been exclusively a left winger ...
A: .. Thanks for taking the time to search for answers on this question -- your son is lucky to have ...
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| I've never played organized... | 10/2/2005 |
Q: I've never played organized hockey and my 5 yr old is starting his first year. He is right handed ...
A: Good morning Bill... This is a very good question and I wish more parents of young kids would ask ...
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| Biking | 5/23/2005 |
Q: Martial What do you think of biking as a way to stay in shape and train for hockey? Is there a ...
A: Actually biking is a GREAT exercise for developing your skating legs and working your ...
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| Selfish Players vs Passing Game | 5/9/2005 |
Q: I am coaching a high school inline team. I am having a lot of trouble getting the team to ...
A: ! This is a question has been asked for years -- especially with certain group of kids... the ...
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| Greatest player | 2/23/2005 |
Q: I too love the game and have been playing for 14 years and i'm only 18.It would be very apprciated ...
A: .. A great game indeed and I really miss watching it this year!! I sure hope they make a deal ...
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| Motivation & Team work | 1/31/2005 |
Q: Have a group of 9-10 year olds who will not play as a team. Too much one man show ...
A: .. Ah this is a tough situation to be in -- especially this late in the season. If the kids ...
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| off-ice conditioning | 12/8/2004 |
Q: I am a dad with 2 girls (13 and 11 yrs old) on a girls team. We are trying to get them into better ...
A: .. Thanks for the question... As a father and coach with many years experience myself --I have ...
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| training | 10/24/2004 |
Q: I'm a 2nd year peewee A. I've been using a training stratgy my coach gave me but it's not very ...
A: .. Sorry for delay - I was on a road trip scouting Jr. Players in Minnesota! At your age it still ...
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| teaching highschool hockey | 9/13/2004 |
Q: I was wondering if you could give me any pointers on teaching hockey. I am a high school teacher ...
A: Great to see a school offer hockey for gym credit -- there is growing hope for this sport!! Yes ...
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| heavy gear | 5/30/2004 |
Q: I have been playing adult recreational hockey for a season and really enjoy it. Only one thing, ...
A: .. In my opinion I would consider this a NORMAL process. You just haven't "gotten used to it yet"! ...
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| practice | 4/9/2004 |
Q: Do you know of a website where I could find out how many hours a week a pro hockey player spend at ...
A: .. I don't really know of any website that would give you this answer -- but from the experience of ...
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| Summer sports | 2/19/2004 |
Q: Martial With hockey now over,I want to stay active(only a little golf inpast years)and learn a new ...
A: Hey Barry ... I hope you had a good season!! Hockey is a sport of 20 second explosive bursts -- so ...
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| Shooting on the go | 1/15/2004 |
Q: Hey Martial Just to let you know my daughter and myself have improved lots thanks to your ...
A: Hey Barry - thanks! Glad to hear you are using the advice!! Always good to know something is ...
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| Agility | 1/5/2004 |
Q: My speed,and shooting/passing is improving,but in terms of agility,I am like a truck on the ice ...
A: Sounds like you just need more practice... yes skating aroung pylons (or any obstacles) will help ...
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| New hockey skates | 12/30/2003 |
Q: I received new hockey skates. How do I break them in? Do they need to be sharpened or are they ok ...
A: .. Welcome back to ice hockey... New skates can sometimes be a challenge -- depending on the ones ...
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| I need a point(s)! | 11/6/2003 |
Q: Another question from one of your 'students'. Its 9 games into my second adult rec. season and no ...
A: .. sorry for delay - just got back from another very busy roadtrip... I never did like points as an ...
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| Public Skating | 10/4/2003 |
Q: The Atom rec.team that I am coaching,as well as my own rec. team,wont be having any practices,just ...
A: Hey Barry! In 3 very simple words!! SKATE SKATE & SKATE!!! I believe I may have already shared ...
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| Which hand? | 9/17/2003 |
Q: What is the proper way for a skater to hold their sticks for stickhandling and shoting. Thanks.
A: .. Good question! The power of the shot and puck handling control actually comes most from the ...
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| changing lines | 7/9/2003 |
Q: I am new to coachig youth hockey i have 13 kids on my team, four defense, 8 on offense witch gives ...
A: .. Welcome to a great oppotunity for you and your kids... Coaching (AND HOCKEY) offers so much! ...
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