College Hockey’s New World: What Changed in Year Two
It’s that most exciting time of year– college hockey is back! Last fall, I typed that same sentence. And then spent almost 3000 words unpacking all the reasons we were in a brand-new world. CHL players were suddenly eligible. Revenue sharing had arrived. Programs were working around a new 26-player roster limit. The transfer portal […]
From People to Process to Principles
Youth hockey organizations are powered by people. And one of the great privileges of our work is getting to know so many of them. The officers, directors, coaches, administrators, and volunteers who give an unreasonable amount of themselves to make this game work for kids. They solve problems, absorb headaches, and routinely take on work […]
What Can Hockey Learn From Soccer?
Every four years the planet pauses to marvel at the spectacle of the World Cup. Something like 5 billion people will watch some portion of the event this year—or about 60% of Earth’s population. With a stage that large and a spotlight that intense, there is a natural temptation to study the countries that produce […]
Big Changes in College Hockey
Recapping the wildest offseason in college hockey history
Preparing for Tryouts – A Guide for Coaches
Navigating Tryout Season: A Guide for Coaches
5 Life (and Hockey!) Lessons from the 2024 Summer Olympics
The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris have come and gone. My household, for one, is sad to see it go. For the first time since 2016, the host city had overlapping daylight with the continental United States, so we could watch all the action live or on short tape-delay. And if you were running Daddy […]
5 Tips for the Rookie Head Coach
No matter what level you’re coaching, you need to set some standards for players, parents, and the rest of your leadership team.
5 Keys to a Successful Off-Season: Coaches Edition
We ask our players to return in September recharged, prepared, and excited. Let’s do the same for ourselves as coaches.
5 KEYS TO A SUCCESSFUL SUMMER OFF-SEASON
“The summer used to be called the offseason…For many, the summer can often just feel like another season of hockey.”
Attitude of Gratitude
As we’re taking stock of our gratitude each morning and our thoughts turn to hockey, let’s spare a moment for everyone who makes it possible. And at the conclusion of that exercise, by all means—say ‘thank you’ to more people more often. But maybe just as important, let’s allow that gratitude to make us more resilient, optimistic, empathetic, gracious, and forgiving as we navigate this hockey world.