The Successful Youth Hockey Coach:

  • Helps young athletes master new skills, compete with dignity and pride, and feel good about themselves.
  • Teaches hockey skills at a level the players can understand and utilize.
  • Is able to teach skills properly, for best player development, reduced injury potential, and to keep players motivated.
  • Knows basic hockey techniques, strategies, and rules.
  • Is able to understand the feelings and emotions of his/her players.
  • Communicates well with everyone on the team.
  • Is a role-model of the skills needed to be successful in life.