10 Ways to Improve Your Skating: A Guide for Hockey Players
To excel in skating, a blend of regular practice, sound technique, and physical conditioning is crucial. Mastering stops and smooth transitions between forward and backward skating are also key.
Biscuit Confessions: The Best Record
The history of NHL goals scored is a rich and storied one, with numerous players leaving their mark on the league’s record books. Here are some key milestones and notable players in the history of NHL goals scored...
7 Rules for Good Sportsmanship in Youth Sports
Good sportsmanship can benefit children in many ways. By learning to be a good sport, children can develop respect for others, self-control, and a positive attitude. These skills can help children manage many other parts of their...
Biscuit Confessions: Stanley Cup
The Stanley Cup is the championship trophy awarded annually to the National Hockey League (NHL) playoff winner. It is one of the most prestigious and iconic trophies in professional sports. The cup is named after Lord Stanley of Preston, who was...
A Historic Saturday in the NHL
April 8th was the busiest Saturday ever for the NHL, the first time there were 16 games played and all 32 teams in action. Of course, all these players were aiming at the grandest trophy of them all: the Stanley Cup. Of course, all these players were aiming at the...
A Happy, Healthy Holiday
This season is often thought of as a time when fitness is doomed to suffer, but the holiday season can actually be a great opportunity to approach health and wellness holistically. It’s that time of year! This season brings family traditions, exciting travel,...
Your 5 Step Plan: Staying Healthy for Hockey | Part Five: Honor Rest
Here’s part five in our series about how to keep in tip-top shape on and off the ice: remember to take your rest days! At the end of this article, you’ll find some ideas for making the most of your rest day so that you’ll be more ready than ever to get back on the...
Your 5 Step Plan: Staying Healthy for Hockey | Part Four: Get Outside
Here’s part four in our series about how to keep in tip-top shape on and off the ice: take it outdoors. Scroll to the end for an outdoor workout challenge! Be sure to run this challenge by a trusted adult–and maybe invite that adult to complete it with you. Why...
Your 5 Step Plan: Staying Healthy for Hockey | Part Three: Prioritize Sleep
Here’s part three in our series about how to keep in tip-top shape on and off the ice: all about those zzzs. Remember, if you have persistent difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, you should talk to a trusted adult. Your parents, your coach, and your doctor...
Your 5 Step Plan: Staying Healthy for Hockey | Part Two: Focus on Nutrition
Here’s part two in our series about how to keep in tip-top shape on and off the ice: nutrition! Scroll to the end for a yummy post-workout smoothie recipe. Of course you should always stay in regular contact with your physician and keep the guidance and suggestions...