The Junior Hockey Guide is the ultimate resource for players, parents, counselors, educational consultants, coaches and administrators as they investigate United States and Canadian sanctioned Junior leagues and teams. Use this reference guide to discover when and where coaches regularly scout and recruit, what traits and qualities they seek in prospective players and how junior hockey provides maximum development and exposure. Includes full half-page of contact information on each team including phone, fax, email and internet contact. Also includes league information including contacts.
The Prep School Hockey Guide is the ultimate resource for hockey players, parents, counselors, educational consultants, coaches and administrators as they investigate private boarding and junior boarding schools with competitive hockey programs in the United States and Canada. Use this valuable reference guide to discover when and where coaches regularly scout and recruit and what traits and qualities they seek in prospective student-athletes. Learn how independent boarding schools provide maximum academic and athletic development as well as exposure to college hockey programs. Includes a full-page of detailed information on each program. This 18th annual edition includes articles by coaches, college counselors and educational consultants which provide the "inside" information to assist in the entire process from investigation and application through graduation.
After 14 NHL seasons, a Stanley Cup victory, and five years as a youth hockey coach, Bruce Driver is the ideal author to bring the highly successful Baffled Parent's formula to one of North America's largest youth sports.
College Hockey Guide is the ultimate reference for hockey players, parents, counselors, educational consultants, coaches and administrators as they investigate scholarship and non-scholarship college hockey opportunities. Discover when and where coaches regularly scout and recruit, what traits and qualities they seek in prospective players and what they recommend for maximum development and exposure. Includes scholarship, financial aid, admission requirement, application and aid deadlines by school and coach contact information, complete player roster and analysis.
Hockey Plays and Strategies features a variety of plays, systems, and strategies for game play in the offensive, neutral, and defensive zones. Special situations such as the power play, penalty kill, and face-offs are also featured.
Includes more than 35 practice drills for ice and roller hockey that will develop players' skills and teamwork. Suitable for coaching 6 to 14 year olds. Illus.
"Gives die-hard fans and newcomers to the sport the inside edge!" —Scotty Bowman, NHL's winningest coach and former coach of the Detroit Red Wings "Nothing gets by John Davidson. If the first edition didn’t already make you a fan, then this edition will!" —Mark Messier, NHL All-Star "My dog, Blue, and I ran out to get Hockey For Dummies, 2nd Edition. We give it two paws up!" —Don Cherry, former NHL coach and “Coaches Corner” commentator for Hockey Night in Canada "...a must read for all hockey fans!" —John Vanbiesbrouck, former goaltender, New York Islanders "...the most comprehensive, easily understood source of hockey history and instruction I've ever come across. Not only was 'JD' a superb player in the NHL, he is also an extremely skilled commentator sharing his knowledge of the game with fans all over North America. From hat tricks to power plays, Hockey For Dummies provides the reader with the wisdom of an expert. —From the Foreword by Wayne Gretzky This updated edition of the bestselling guide to all things hockey is packed with illustrations and play-by-play descriptions, diagrams, and photos of the NHL’s greatest players. It tells you how to: Gear up safely with the right equipment Improve your skills with drills Warm up mentally—and physically—before hitting the ice Respect rules and good sportsmanship Find US and Canadian leagues and camps Former New York Ranger, John Davidson offers you plays only the pros know and tips for playing hockey at any level. And he fills you in on: Hockey ABCs, its origins, positions, gear, rules, and more The complete NHL—explores the various leagues, greatest players, training, and tons of fascinating facts, figures, and priceless trivia The best ways to follow the game from the stands or on TV How the pros do it—includes tips from Gretzky on passing, Messier on winning face-offs, and other star players on how to play like a pro From youth leagues to the secrets of the NHL greats, Hockey For Dummies, is your total guide to this cool sport.
A coaches and players guide on how to improve goaltending skills, providing a four year development plan, techniques, training methods, the role of the coach and evaluation methods for goalies.
