Every hockey team faces a time during the offseason or between games when they don’t have access to the ice, no matter the level. Even professional players have days where they only have their home gym or a local training center to work out. They have to find ways to keep their skills sharp – […]
Sharpen Hockey Skates for Optimal Performance
Ice skates worn for any purpose should be very sharp for a number of reasons. A fine blade provides better control, safety, and speed. Before wearing new hockey skates, used skates, or skates which have not been on the ice for several weeks, sharpen them well. Frequency of Sharpening Hockey Skates Keep note of how […]
Stickhandling Tips for Hockey Players
Stickhandling is one of the most important aspects of hockey. If you’re interested in becoming a better hockey player, this post will provide some helpful stickhandling tips. Practice Stickhandling Not all hockey players are blessed with natural stickhandling ability. For some players, learning to handle the puck takes a lot of dedication and practice. […]
How to Choose the Right Hockey Skates
When it comes to playing the game of hockey, wearing the right pair of hockey skates can make all the difference in the world. Hockey is a sport that could even be dangerous without the right skates and gear. Choosing a pair of skates to play hockey with is not extremely difficult, but there are […]