Not all that surprising to hear kids just want a fair chance to play and winning is secondary…check that, tertiary. It’s a few dads and moms who too often get this way wrong.
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Not all that surprising to hear kids just want a fair chance to play and winning is secondary…check that, tertiary. It’s a few dads and moms who too often get this way wrong.
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BarDown: A LEGO hockey stop-motion video featuring everything you could dream of
BarDown: A LEGO hockey stop-motion video featuring everything you could dream of….
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Ice Hockey High In The Indian Himalayas
India is not a country known for its love of ice hockey. But in Ladakh, a remote pocket of the Indian Himalayas, the sport is thriving. The game inspires 20-…
New bucket list item…playing and/or watching a hockey game in the Himalayas. Very reminiscent of Dave Bidini’s book “The Tropic of Hockey”, which is also highly recommended reading for any true fan of the game.
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Hockey Player Lingo: The Ultimate Dictionary
“Did you see Jake’s shot go Bar Mexico? Kid’s an absolute beauty.” If you want to avoid being a duster, read this dictionary of hockey player lingo.
The great game has developed some unique and flowery nicknames for passes, shots, plays and players. So if you’re gonna spend time at a rink, on the ice or talking to yer kids about their games, be sure you learn a few so you can engage in meaningful conversation. Soon you be telling yer kid she’s a beaut after she goes bar down or top chedd with a clapper for a gino after flying past a bender, eh!
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A Plea to Hockey Parents: Don’t Be Your Kid’s Worst Enemy
More advice/exhortation for #hockey parents behaving badly. We all implore you to not be “that” hockey mom or dad…
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Balderdash says this fellow long time hockey dad, coach and volunteer. He, like I, takes great pleasure in going to the rink, interacting with the players and enjoying all the drama and competition the game has to offer. The author makes very good points about remembering how important it is to keep the fun in the game if we hope to sustain it for our kids and their kids. Thanks Larry!
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Great post on the importance of enabling creativity and ensuring fun are at the centre of player development. I like to think these are part of my hockey mantra and glad to know there are a few like Jamie on my side.
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10 Things Youth Hockey Parents Need to Know
Good list from a fellow coach for new hockey parents and reminders for those who’ve been at it a while.
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Equipment 101: Tips for Buying Hockey Equipment | Canadian Hockey Moms
Great post from Canadian Hockey Moms for new/novice hockey parents. Lots of good tips and suggestions here.
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A Century of Jerseys | Hockey Canada
Now this is #hockey art at its finest. I’m kinda partial to the 1920 version worn by the Allan Cup Champion Winnipeg Falcons.
Which one is your favourite?
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