As a defenseman it’s my job to kick the offense into gear. That starts with picking up the puck in the defensive zone and starting the breakout. With the speed, skill and strength of NHL...
Skills Development
Tuesday, November 20, 2012 - 11:50
Developing Skills Between The Ears Can Be As Important As Mastering Skills On The Ice
Grant Standbrook sounds more like a martial arts instructor than one of the most successful assistant coaches and recruiters in the history of NCAA Division I hockey...
Tuesday, November 20, 2012 - 11:29
In today’s version of youth sports we have a very unhealthy ratio of practice to games. In many youth hockey associations the practice-to-game ratio is 1-to-1 or 2-to-1. To me practice is the...
Wednesday, July 18, 2012 - 15:04
Who will be the Patrick Kane of tomorrow?Hockey fanatics, as well as the most casual of fans, recently witnessed the game’s best players competing for their countries at the Olympic Winter...
Thursday, March 11, 2010 - 12:55
10 Tips From The Pros You Need To Be At Your Best This Season
Over the years, USA Hockey Magazine has been able to tap into the knowledge of some of the best and brightest hockey minds around, from American-born NHL players to high-level coaches across the...
Wednesday, September 9, 2009 - 10:40
What Can Be Done To Develop Skills And Puck Poise Among Our Defensemen?
“Get there fast, move it fast and move it accurately.” – Willard Ikola, legendary Minnesota high school coach, describing his breakout philosophy...
Monday, July 20, 2009 - 15:42
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Who is your favorite 2023/2024 NHL Rookie?
Connor Bedard
71%
Matthew Knies
7%
Brock Faber
12%
Logan Stankoven
7%
Logan Cooley
3%
Total votes: 58