Player Zone: Resources for our young hockey players
PRE-GAME
Before any game or activity, any athlete's focus should be on these main components...It is all easy to do but takes...PRACTICE! Enjoy these articles.
Article about liquid and food options that all athletes should be considering before any activity big or small.
A review of the importance of the role sleep plays in our young athletes' lives.
Step-by-step of the dynamic warm-up we use with our players before every game.
An article for our young athlete's on the breathing techniques they can utilize to improve their individual performance.
IN-GAME/PRACTICE
Here are some helpful videos and materials for your in game play.
You will find a summary of all accepted rule changes below, in addition to updates to the USA Hockey Points of Emphasis and Standard of Play, and an explanation of the new Standardization of Discipline regarding Match Penalties.
Defensive Zone Coverage explained by Denis Savard
The Jr. Cats are always working to increase our knowledge base for our young athletes. As lifelong learners our players can use these tools as another step to improve their overall game.
If anyone in our Glades Community or beyond has any articles or suggested material please share it to: jmartin@vtglades.org as we are always looking to get better.