Parent's Guide to Hockey Training
How much training is right by age, when to start off-ice, home setup vs extra ice costs, burnout signs, and how to support without pushing.
How much training is right by age, when to start off-ice, home setup vs extra ice costs, burnout signs, and how to support without pushing.
Most young players don't need more ice - they need more touches and play. Age-band guidance, why more ice isn't better, and how to add home touches.
A practical system for balancing school and hockey: a weekly time audit, homework slots that survive practice nights, and sleep as the non-negotiable.