{"product_id":"coaching-hockey-for-dummies-paperback","title":"Coaching Hockey for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDon MacAdam\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eGail Reynolds\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe fun and easy way to coach youth hockey - no experience required \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHockey is growing in leaps and bounds around the world, but the demand for qualified coaches far outstrips availability. Moms and dads are being recruited to step in and assume the role of coach even with nothing more than feigned interest for credentials. \u003ci\u003eCoaching Hockey For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is ideally suited to meet these growing needs: its message is clear, the information thorough and user friendly, and it brings along a great attitude.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor anyone new to coaching, \u003ci\u003eCoaching Hockey For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e will provide an invaluable reference. Unlike other coaching books, which only cover what happens on the ice, \u003ci\u003eCoaching Hockey For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e covers every aspect of hockey coaching, from what equipment a coach needs, to holding player-parent meetings, to the perfect drills to develop individual and team skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePacked with drills and tips for practices and game days\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"A fun and interesting read that will help everyone understand the game better.\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Andy Murray, former head coach, Los Angeles Kings \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVolunteering as a hockey coach can be a fun, rewarding experience, both for you and your team. But what if you've never coached before? Have no fear -- this friendly guide explains the rules of hockey, gives you expert advice on running great practices, and offers tips on coaching players of every level, from beginner to advanced. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover how to: \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop a coaching philosophy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTeach hockey fundamentals\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoach offense, defense, and special teams\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnsure safety on the ice\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead your team during games\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommunicate effectively with parents\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE DUMMIES WAY(TM)\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplanations in plain English\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\"Get in, get out\" information\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIcons and other navigational aids\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTop ten lists\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA dash of humor and fun\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGet smart!\u003cbr\u003e (R) www.dummies.com\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFind listings of all our books\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose from many different subject categories\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBrowse our free articles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDon MacAdam\u003c\/b\u003e has coached in the Detroit Red Wings, Dayton Bombers, Edmonton Oilers, Ottawa Senators, and Hockey Canada organizations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGail Reynolds\u003c\/b\u003e is an exercise physiologist who has developed training programs for amateur and elite hockey players.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 384\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.82 x 9.22 x 7.42 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 14, 2006\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47384753438898,"sku":"9780470836859","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/3891\/1666\/files\/28e069f44e1ff141cfa532685f24e322.webp?v=1777892380","url":"https:\/\/box.dadyminds.org\/products\/coaching-hockey-for-dummies-paperback","provider":"DADYMINDS BOX","version":"1.0","type":"link"}