Readings

Question 1

Top 14 practice principles:

Answer 1

1. have fun
2. competition
3. be prepared
4. utilize all your ice
5. utilize your assistant coaches
6. use progressions
7. base practices on your seasonal play and modify accordingly
8. use age and skill appropriate drills
9. use stations
10. give specific, positive feedback
11. teach your goaltenders
12. give your players free time
13. self evaluate
14. be safe

Question 2

6 components for transfer from practice to game:

Answer 2

1. insist on high speed and maximum effort
2. pay attention to detail, do it right
3. shoot to score
4. don’t allow a second puck
5. be physical
6. put players in pressure situations that will force them to make decisions

Question 3

Small area games key points:

Answer 3

• keep them moving
• emphasize the fundamentals
• incorporate a progression of skill development for every participant
• considerations for development

Question 4

Player development pyramid: bottom up:

Answer 4

• technical skills
• individual tactics
• team tactics
• team play systems
• strategy

Question 5

On ice extras (name 5):

Answer 5

• preparation
• expectations
• organization
• competition
• safety
• fun
• creativity