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Welcome, minor hockey coaches and parents, to your ultimate coaching companion! Dive into a transformative journey that will elevate your coaching game. This course equips you with the foundational skills and strategies needed to lead your team to victory. Say goodbye to uncertainty and hello to a season of growth, development, and success. Let's kickstart this season together! Don't miss the chance to make a difference for your team.
Discover Minor Hockey Foundations now!
From practice planning to team culture, this trusted resource for minor hockey associations brings together five experienced coaches to share proven strategies for building fun, competitive, and development-focused programs. This 5-part guide includes:
1. Creating a Plan for Your Season
OMHA Manager of Hockey Development Michael Dundas brings years of experience developing minor hockey programs at the association level. His expertise in season planning ensures you build a clear, achievable roadmap that supports player growth and team success from the very first whistle.
2. Evaluating Players and Defining Success
York University Lions & Hamilton Hawks U15AA Assistant Coach Candace Kourounis knows firsthand the pressure and nuances of player evaluations and tryouts. Her insight will help you conduct fair, transparent assessments and communicate effectively with players and parents, fostering a positive team culture.
3. Leadership and Communication
Kalamazoo Optimist Hockey Association Executive Director Matt Kakabeeke specializes in leadership and communication strategies to build connected teams. His approach goes beyond hockey skills, helping you develop athletes who are not only better players but also better people.
4. How to Teach Age Specific Skills
San Diego Oilers Director of Player & Coaching Development Dan Arel's deep knowledge of age-appropriate skill development will guide you on what, when, and how to teach at every stage. His focus on habit-building over systems prepares players for long-term success on the ice.
5. Running an Effective Youth Hockey Practice
Slugocki Hockey Founder Brian Slugocki is a master at practice planning and execution, helping coaches design engaging, efficient sessions that maximize development and fun. His strategies will helps both players and coaches get the most out of every minute on the ice.
