Bad Hockey Coach

Goaltending is all about reactions, not positioning. Depth and angle don’t even matter.

If you’re not taking 6-8 PIMs per game, you’re not competing hard enough.

Take shorter strides.

“Man to man” d-zone:

This is perfect defence! Just do this on every point shot, and your goalie will love you.

This is perfect strategic team defense. By giving the puck carrier two equally great options, you confuse him to the point where he can’t execute a good play.

If you’re not challenging the shooter at least this much, you’re not trying. #GoalieTips

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When defending a 2 on 1, always take the pass. Take it so aggressively, you skate right over to the open player and give the puck carrier a full breakaway.

When defending a super-skilled player, charge directly at the puck. It didn’t go well this time, but usually it works. twitter.com/jeffveillette/…

UPDATE: it’s the middle of the off season and nothing is happening in hockey anywhere, but @TheBadCoach will be back soon with some downright horrendous advice for hockey players of all levels. Keep your head down, kids!

Warmup is for the players. Just try to rip it top shelf, and the goalie will deal with it. He’s going to face those shots in the game anyway.

When someone says a hockey player has good wheels, this is what they mean:

Body checking key points: - Head up, hands down - Lead with your shoulder - Make contact approximately 3 feet from the boards - If possible, drive your shoulder directly into his head - If you see the players numbers, make sure you finish your check hard into the boards

Textbook 2-on-1 defense by Washington. Give them all the passes they want, and back right into your goalie. #SmartHockey

How to line up for a D-zone faceoff:

To improve puck control, always watch the puck when stick-handling.

Always stay square to the puck. #GoalieTips

If you want the puck, keep your mouth shut and tap your stick on the ice.