Details

<p>Introduction 1</p> <p><b>Part I: The Puck Drops Here: Coaching Hockey 101 7</b></p> <p>Chapter 1: Jumping In with Both Skates 9</p> <p>Chapter 2: Knowing the Basics of the Game 19</p> <p>Chapter 3: Getting Organized: Your Keys to Success 47</p> <p>Chapter 4: Running Great Practices 69</p> <p>Chapter 5: Game On! 81</p> <p><b>Part II: Coaching Beginners 93</b></p> <p>Chapter 6: Teaching Fundamental Skills 95</p> <p>Chapter 7: Drills for Beginners 123</p> <p>Chapter 8: Basic Coaching Strategies 139</p> <p><b>Part III: Coaching Intermediate Players 145</b></p> <p>Chapter 9: Teaching the Finer Skills 147</p> <p>Chapter 10: Coaching Offense to Intermediate Players 167</p> <p>Chapter 11: Coaching Defense to Intermediate Players 175</p> <p>Chapter 12: Teaching Goaltending Basics 185</p> <p>Chapter 13: Drills for Intermediate Players 199</p> <p>Chapter 14: Refining Your Coaching Strategies 225</p> <p><b>Part IV: Coaching Advanced Players 233</b></p> <p>Chapter 15: Teaching Advanced Skills 235</p> <p>Chapter 16: Coaching Offense to Advanced Players 245</p> <p>Chapter 17: Coaching Defense to Advanced Players 255</p> <p>Chapter 18: Special Teams 263</p> <p>Chapter 19: Drills for Advanced Players 275</p> <p>Chapter 20: Further Refining Your Coaching Strategies 297</p> <p><b>Part V: Common Coaching Conundrums 307</b></p> <p>Chapter 21: Keeping Your Team Healthy and Injury Free 309</p> <p>Chapter 22: Coping with Challenges 319</p> <p><b>Part VI: The Part of Tens 329</b></p> <p>Chapter 23: Ten Parts of a Great Practice 331</p> <p>Chapter 24: Ten Things to Ask Yourself Midway through the Season 335</p> <p>Chapter 25: Ten Things You Want Kids to Say about Their Hockey Experience 339</p> <p>Index 343</p>

<p><b>Don MacAdam</b> has coached in the Detroit Red Wings, Dayton Bombers, Edmonton Oilers, Ottawa Senators, and Hockey Canada organizations.</p> <p><b>Gail Reynolds</b> is an exercise physiologist who has developed training programs for amateur and elite hockey players.</p>

<p><b>Packed with drills and tips for practices and game days</b> <p><b>"A fun and interesting read that will help everyone understand the game better."</b><br> Andy Murray, former head coach, Los Angeles Kings <p>Volunteering as a hockey coach can be a fun, rewarding experience, both for you and your team. But what if you've never coached before? Have no fear — this friendly guide explains the rules of hockey, gives you expert advice on running great practices, and offers tips on coaching players of every level, from beginner to advanced. <p><b>Discover how to:</b> <ul> <li>Develop a coaching philosophy</li> <li>Teach hockey fundamentals</li> <li>Coach offense, defense, and special teams</li> <li>Ensure safety on the ice</li> <li>Lead your team during games</li> <li>Communicate effectively with parents</li> </ul> <p><b>THE DUMMIES WAY™</b> <ul> <li>Explanations in plain English</li> <li>"Get in, get out" information</li> <li>Icons and other navigational aids</li> <li>Top ten lists</li> <li>A dash of humor and fun</li> </ul> <p><b>Get smart!<br> ® www.dummies.com</b> <ul> <li>Find listings of all our books</li> <li>Choose from many different subject categories</li> <li>Browse our free articles</li> </ul>

CA