Smith, a professional hockey player, coach, & team staff member presents a winning formula for the hockey season. Complete with step-by-step diagrams, this book helps coaches set up a season-long program & walks them through a host of dryland & on-ice training regimens that will build team cooperation & enhance individual ability. Skill-building drills provide coaches with the tactical & strategic advantage vital for matching a tailor-made hockey system -- whether based on conservative or aggressive play -- to the achievement level of players aged 9 to 18. Invaluable both as an introduction & as a quick refresher course. Diagrams.
