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Wednesday, 20 January 2010

The Art of Timing and Spacing By Paul O’Donnell

Posted on 07:44 by Unknown
Have you ever noticed how great hockey players always seem to be around the puck?

Whether it’s anticipating an opponent’s errant pass, or positioning themselves perfectly while receiving a pass, the best players always manage to position themselves perfectly and be an integral part of every play while they’re on the ice. This is because the top players realize that while their superior physical
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Monday, 18 January 2010

Backchecking by Paul O'Donnell

Posted on 21:09 by Unknown
This is the first of a series of articles from Guest writer; Paul O'Donnell
"Backchecking is Not a City in China"
My hockey buddies and I had heard this statement uttered more than once by coaches back in the early 70s while playing our youth hockey on Boston’s South Shore. Over time, this mildly humorous, if not somewhat ridiculous saying evolved into an ongoing joke between us when someone
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Thursday, 7 January 2010

How to Prevent Back Injuries

Posted on 17:18 by Unknown
A lot of guys I play hockey complain about their sore back. I'm not sure if its the hockey that's doing it, or they're just getting old. It's important to know your body's limitations, and it's important to be aware of your body position at all times. Learn to recognize those situations where your back is most a risk: bending, lifting, reaching, twisting, etc.

According to the experts at Club
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Wednesday, 6 January 2010

Best Hockey Commercials of All Time

Posted on 16:47 by Unknown
Slap Shot - Samsung Mobile



Road Trip - NHL



Crosby Road Hockey Game - Gatorade




Curved Stick - Molson



Bowling - Fox Sportsnet



Big Goalie - Amstel



One Big Happy Family - ESPN




Willy's Favourites:



Hockey Fans aren't like other fans - V Cast
Proud Dad - V Cast
Our Anniversary - Washington Capitals
Fantasy Night - V Cast
Ovechkin Candy Machine - NHL/NBC
Lecavalier & Richards "
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Friday, 1 January 2010

Hockey Drills: Box Drill

Posted on 14:51 by Unknown
Hockey Drills: The Box DrillThe Box Drill is a great hockey drill to improve your passing that reinforces the important skill of skating immediately after you pass the puck. It's call the box drill because it simulates the box formed be players in each corner of the offensive zone - as in a power play.

Hockey players love to watch there own passes. There's nothing wrong with a quick look to see
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