Q&A: Dealing with Parents and Equal Ice Time for Players
Pete asks: “As a coach, what is the best way to deal with the parent who thinks their child doesn’t get the same amount of ice time or shifts as everyone else? We even keep track of the number of shifts each player goes out. The only time they differ is when we have the Power Play or Penalty Kill to deal with. We have explained that to them as well.”
Robby Glantz Texas Hockey Camps
Robby Glantz Hockey is proud to announce that they are coming to Texas again this year! Robby and his staff are the Power Skating Coaches for 3 NHL Teams (Los Angeles Kings, Atlanta Thrashers & Phoenix Coyotes), and they have the largest hockey school in the country with over 175 Locations across the USA. Their students include, Rob Blake, Luc Robitaille, Sidney Crosby, Dany Heatley and hundreds more pros.
Q&A: How to Obtain Scholarship Money
Our reader, Lori was looking for advice on how to obtain money for scholarships. She posed this question to our experts: “How can I obtain scholarship funds to pay for my child’s hockey?”
Q&A: How to Obtain Scholarship Money
Lori asks: “How can I obtain scholarship funds to pay for my child’s hockey?”
Q&A: Wearing Glasses with a Hockey Helmet
Cristina asked: “My son wears glasses but when it comes to hockey he has to take them off. His glasses shift or move when he is wearing his helmet. Sports glasses are too bulky and the helmet gets too tight. I am concerned about buying a bigger helmet size because of safety. Not to mention that the glasses gets foggy after a few minutes on the ice. Do you have suggestions? He is only 7 years old and can’t wear contacts.”
Q&A: Wearing Glasses with a Hockey Helmet
Cristina asked: “My son wears glasses but when it comes to hockey he has to take them off. His glasses shift or move when he is wearing his helmet. Sports glasses are too bulky and the helmet gets too tight. I am concerned about buying a bigger helmet size because of safety. Not to mention that the glasses gets foggy after a few minutes on the ice. Do you have suggestions? He is only 7 years old and can’t wear contacts.”
Q&A: Should Your Child Play Above Their Age Group?
Dawn asks: “What if your child plays for a Major team but he is only a Minor? Is it best to play for an age specific team where all players are minor or major? What are the benefits of playing on either? My biggest concern is ice time for the younger players on a major team.
Planet Hockey European Tour – Memories for a Lifetime!
Give your kid the opportunity of a lifetime. This summer they can play hockey and tour Europe which will create memories that will last a lifetime.
Improve Skating Speed with Trion Skate Weights
SK8W8s (”skate weights”) are adjustable weights for your skates designed to improve your skating speed, endurance and leg strength. So are they worth it? Here’s our review of the Trion SK8W8 Skate Weights.
Should You Motivate by Paying for Results?
Kids begin playing sports to have fun, and fun is often all they need to continue playing well. Too many rewards actually undermines a player’s progress. Players will continue to play well because they love the game and enjoy the feeling of satisfaction that comes with improvement.
