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There are two types of players in the game. The prospect generally has a grasp on reality and the vision of what it is going to take to get to the next level. The pretender talks a good game, but his performance leaves coaches and team ...

Here we are, in the middle of July, all the tenders have been signed, the draft choices have been selected, and the unattached free agents are all looking for the best deal. Welcome to the season of deception. Player: Coach, you have ...

 Trevor Gerling-UCONN bound! Today's story is about a young man who I coached many, many years ago on the first minor hockey team I ever coached.  I had Trevor for the 1997-98 and 1998-99 seasons.  I met him during the ...

 I've written a couple of articles now for American Junior Hockey and had fun doing it.  Thanks to Stephen Heisler and American Junior Hockey for the opportunity to share some thoughts about the game we all love.  I ...

On June 26th National renowned Jamestown Figure Skating Club, and it's program co-directors Kirk Wyse and Lenel van den Berg, celebrated 25 years in Jamestown and said nothing could ever make them want to leave (. ...

I was reading an article on line a few weeks ago that talked about the true costs for participating in the various sports.  Not surprisingly, ice hockey was at the top of the list when considering all factors including the ...

The American junior hockey system is on the edge of an implosion. USA Hockey has given too much power to the Youth Council. That power is not going to be easy to retract. The Youth Council affiliates are placing unreasonable restrictions ...

As the summer months roll on, players must be wondering if they are in shape physically for the long upcoming season. While many programs are having off-season practices and off ice training sessions, the individuals must go an extra ...

Hosting an athlete is an exciting and rewarding experience. When a family makes the choice to welcome a young athlete into their home, or more importantly, into their family, they have the opportunity to establish a wonderful friendship, ...

Every junior hockey team in America would like to create a larger demand for their product. Below is a concept that not only stuffs your empty seats, but also gives the players a huge sense of responsibility. As a parent, I know the ...