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Practice Planning
Empowering Players: Why Minor Hockey Coaches Should Let Players Choose Drills (Once in a While)
As a minor hockey coach, you spend countless hours planning practices, developing skill progressions, and structuring each session with a...
Edward Garinger
6 min read
Why You Should Have Several Coaching Mentors (Including a Couple That Are Younger or Less Experienced Than You)
Coaching hockey is a never-ending learning process. No matter how many years you’ve been behind the bench, the game continues to evolve,...
Edward Garinger
6 min read
The Archives - Greg Gilbert Toronto Marlies Systems and Drills 2007
In the early 2000s, OHL teams and their coaches frequently partnered with the Ontario Minor Hockey Association to host OMHA Game Day...
Edward Garinger
2 min read
The Archives - Sarnia Sting Drills 2005 (Shawn Camp)
In the early 2000s, OHL teams and their coaches frequently partnered with the Ontario Minor Hockey Association to host OMHA Game Day...
Edward Garinger
2 min read
The Archives - Brampton Battalion Drills 2006 (Kelly Harper)
In the early 2000s, OHL teams and their coaches frequently partnered with the Ontario Minor Hockey Association to host OMHA Game Day...
Edward Garinger
2 min read
The Archives - Paul Maurice Toronto Marlies Drills 2005
In the early 2000s, OHL teams and their coaches frequently partnered with the Ontario Minor Hockey Association to host OMHA Game Day...
Edward Garinger
2 min read
The Important Skill Coaches Don’t Spend Enough Time Practicing: Winning Faceoffs as a Unit
Faceoffs are one of the most under-coached yet critical aspects of hockey. Every game features anywhere from 50 to 75 faceoffs, and each one presents a potential possession opportunity or momentum swing. Despite this, many teams treat faceoffs as an afterthought, focusing only on individual technique rather than a full-unit strategy.
Edward Garinger
6 min read
What Ted Lasso Can Teach Us About How We Approach Hockey as Players, Coaches, and Parents
When Ted Lasso first aired, many assumed it was just another lighthearted sports comedy. Instead, it became a cultural phenomenon, offering profound lessons on leadership, resilience, and human connection. While Ted’s world revolves around soccer, the principles he embodies translate seamlessly to hockey. His approach to coaching, team culture, and personal development provides valuable insights for hockey coaches, players, and parents alike.
Edward Garinger
6 min read
Coaching in 2025: Adapting to the Modern Game While Navigating Outdated Mindsets from Parents, Executives, and Fans
Hockey has evolved dramatically over the past few decades, with advancements in analytics, skill development, and game strategy shaping a...
Edward Garinger
4 min read
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