Category Archives: playing_tips

Because of hockey rule changes in more recent years the aerial pass as part of one’s skill repertoire has become increasingly important to possess

A skilled player has learnt how to achieve a particular performance goal at almost every attempt, and to do so with minimal waste of physical and mental energy, or time

The best sports teams are made up of players who work together and are willing to make sacrifices. A team with unselfish players who support each other will generally perform better

It is a hockey player’s nightmare. Losing your self-confidence is performance detrimental. Here are strategies to combat the issue

Possession is everything in hockey so any training or game preparation tip that can help improve trapping skills is worth considering and implementing

Jinking, Squeezing, and Spinning are three player skills that have emerged in the modern game of hockey. Here are some tips in how to learn

This is a valuable article previously written by Olympic gold medallist, and now Australian Youth and NSWIS coach Brent Livermore. It is indisputably applicable today for any player striving to become the best in 2018 and beyond

It is conclusive that scientific inquiry findings have revealed key ways in which music can influence preparation and competitive performances. Knowing why and what to choose is important

For the southern hemisphere the hockey season is at the end. If you are serious about your hockey now is an ideal time to complete a short self-evaluation of your season’s efforts

The difference between success and failure on the hockey field can be as much mental as a product of your physical performance. Self-confidence is a key.