GearGeek – NHL Equipment Database

GearGeek is the world’s first online NHL equipment database.See what every active NHL player is using on the ice right now – sticks, gloves, pants, skates and helmets. You can sort by brands, teams, positions, stat leaders and more.GearGeek is free to …

4 Corners – D vs. O

Drill:1. Place O in each corner with a puck2. D starts in front of net and skates toward one of the O3. When he stops and transitions, the O drives the net and they play 1 on 1 until a score, puck freeze or D clears the puck4. D then picks another O an…

What evaluators look for during try-outs

I’ve been asked a lot over the years what I look for in a player during evaluations.  After watching my son during various AA & AAA Ice try-outs, I’ve been thinking more about this topic and wanted to share a bit of what I look for and some ot…

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Andie MacDowell: The Hockey Coach

December 29, 2010 Video Content No Comments

Andie MacDowell was one of the coaches at Luc Robitaille’s Celebrity Shootout in 2009. Andie reveals to Patrick that while … Continue Reading

Andie MacDowell: Hockey Coach

December 29, 2010 Interviews, Video Content No Comments

Andie MacDowell was one of the coaches at Luc Robitaille’s Celebrity Shootout in 2009. Andie reveals to Patrick that while she may not know tons about the game of hockey, she does know you need to put the puck in the net.

Bauer Supreme ONE30 2011 Hockey Stick Review

December 28, 2010 Hockey Blogs No Comments

Bauer ONE30 2011 Stick Review

If you’re thee kind of player who is constantly breaking sticks, you may want to consider a stronger, slightly heavier stick.

The 2011 Bauer Supreme ONE30 has fiberglass as well as carbon in the blade to increase durability. By avoiding the lighter, top-of-the line sticks, you’ll also save a few bucks as well.

When is comes to the Bauer Supreme line of sticks – think SLAP SHOTS. That’s exactly what these sticks are designed for. All Supreme’s have a mid-amplified flex point giving you a more powerful shot.

Bauer has engineered the lower portion of the shaft stiffer to create the amplified mid kick that offers easy loading and packs a powerful punch perfect for slap shots and one timers. The amplified mid kick point is perfect for those that lean heavily into their sticks or players that want an effortless shot release.

The 2011 Bauer Supreme One30 Hockey sticks feature a mid-kick point with the Supreme power taper for easy loading, and excellent power. The Bauer one 30 hockey offers a solid performance at a great price.

  • Construction:
    • Carbon and Fiber Glass
  • Shaft:
    • Supreme Power Taper 
      • The .520 power taper boost torsional stiffness to maximize loading with less torquing and twisting for better control and precision
    • Amplified Mid Kick
      • Engineered for maximum energy output with minimum effort
      • Created by using a stiffer lower shaft with a softer middle providing a stick that is easily loaded
      • Perfect for those who lean heavily into their sticks or want an effortless shot release
  • Geometry:
    • Traditional straight wall shaft dimensions
  • Grip: 
    • Traditional smooth stick coating
  • Blade:
    • PU blade core

  • Flex: 87

  • Length: 60″

  • Weight: 541 grams (based on 87 flex)

Bauer Supreme One30 Stamkos Ad:

Bauer Supreme ONE30 2011 Hockey Stick Review

December 28, 2010 Hockey Blogs No Comments

Bauer ONE30 2011 Stick Review

If you’re thee kind of player who is constantly breaking sticks, you may want to consider a stronger, slightly heavier stick.

The 2011 Bauer Supreme ONE30 has fiberglass as well as carbon in the blade to increase durability. By avoiding the lighter, top-of-the line sticks, you’ll also save a few bucks as well.

When is comes to the Bauer Supreme line of sticks – think SLAP SHOTS. That’s exactly what these sticks are designed for. All Supreme’s have a mid-amplified flex point giving you a more powerful shot.

Bauer has engineered the lower portion of the shaft stiffer to create the amplified mid kick that offers easy loading and packs a powerful punch perfect for slap shots and one timers. The amplified mid kick point is perfect for those that lean heavily into their sticks or players that want an effortless shot release.

The 2011 Bauer Supreme One30 Hockey sticks feature a mid-kick point with the Supreme power taper for easy loading, and excellent power. The Bauer one 30 hockey offers a solid performance at a great price.

  • Construction:
    • Carbon and Fiber Glass
  • Shaft:
    • Supreme Power Taper 
      • The .520 power taper boost torsional stiffness to maximize loading with less torquing and twisting for better control and precision
    • Amplified Mid Kick
      • Engineered for maximum energy output with minimum effort
      • Created by using a stiffer lower shaft with a softer middle providing a stick that is easily loaded
      • Perfect for those who lean heavily into their sticks or want an effortless shot release
  • Geometry:
    • Traditional straight wall shaft dimensions
  • Grip: 
    • Traditional smooth stick coating
  • Blade:
    • PU blade core

  • Flex: 87

  • Length: 60″

  • Weight: 541 grams (based on 87 flex)

Bauer Supreme One30 Stamkos Ad:

Bauer Supreme ONE30 2011 Hockey Stick Review

December 28, 2010 Hockey Blogs No Comments

Bauer ONE30 2011 Stick Review

If you’re thee kind of player who is constantly breaking sticks, you may want to consider a stronger, slightly heavier stick.

The 2011 Bauer Supreme ONE30 has fiberglass as well as carbon in the blade to increase durability. By avoiding the lighter, top-of-the line sticks, you’ll also save a few bucks as well.

When is comes to the Bauer Supreme line of sticks – think SLAP SHOTS. That’s exactly what these sticks are designed for. All Supreme’s have a mid-amplified flex point giving you a more powerful shot.

Bauer has engineered the lower portion of the shaft stiffer to create the amplified mid kick that offers easy loading and packs a powerful punch perfect for slap shots and one timers. The amplified mid kick point is perfect for those that lean heavily into their sticks or players that want an effortless shot release.

The 2011 Bauer Supreme One30 Hockey sticks feature a mid-kick point with the Supreme power taper for easy loading, and excellent power. The Bauer one 30 hockey offers a solid performance at a great price.

  • Construction:
    • Carbon and Fiber Glass
  • Shaft:
    • Supreme Power Taper 
      • The .520 power taper boost torsional stiffness to maximize loading with less torquing and twisting for better control and precision
    • Amplified Mid Kick
      • Engineered for maximum energy output with minimum effort
      • Created by using a stiffer lower shaft with a softer middle providing a stick that is easily loaded
      • Perfect for those who lean heavily into their sticks or want an effortless shot release
  • Geometry:
    • Traditional straight wall shaft dimensions
  • Grip: 
    • Traditional smooth stick coating
  • Blade:
    • PU blade core

  • Flex: 87

  • Length: 60″

  • Weight: 541 grams (based on 87 flex)

Bauer Supreme One30 Stamkos Ad:

Hockey Shooting Tips

December 27, 2010 Hockey Blogs No Comments

Hockey Shooting Tips
Shooting from the Opposite Wing
One of the advantages of approaching the opponents net on your opposite wing (left handed shooter on the right wing and right handed shooters on the left wing) is that the angle of your shot is closer to the net.

When shooting from your ‘regular’ side, the puck has to travel at a sharper angle, so it’s easier for the goalie to stop.

Here’s a

Hockey Shooting Tips

December 27, 2010 Hockey Blogs No Comments

Hockey Shooting Tips
Shooting from the Opposite Wing
One of the advantages of approaching the opponents net on your opposite wing (left handed shooter on the right wing and right handed shooters on the left wing) is that the angle of your shot is closer to the net.

When shooting from your ‘regular’ side, the puck has to travel at a sharper angle, so it’s easier for the goalie to stop.

Here’s a

Hockey Shooting Tips

December 27, 2010 Hockey Blogs No Comments

Hockey Shooting Tips
Shooting from the Opposite Wing
One of the advantages of approaching the opponents net on your opposite wing (left handed shooter on the right wing and right handed shooters on the left wing) is that the angle of your shot is closer to the net.

When shooting from your ‘regular’ side, the puck has to travel at a sharper angle, so it’s easier for the goalie to stop.

Here’s a

Warrior Bandito 2011 Hockey stick Review

December 27, 2010 Hockey Blogs No Comments

Warrior Bandito 2011 Review

The Warier Bandito is a great mid-priced stick with many of the features and performance of higher end stick without the price tag. Although slightly heavier than the Warrior Dolomite, the shaft edges on the Bandito are more rounded than the Warrior Vandal for a more comfortable feel. The clean, black and white graphics offer a nice alternative if you’re not a big fan of the out-of-control graphics on most Warrior hockey sticks.

2011 Warrior Bandito Features

  • Precision taper focuses energy at lower quarter for easy load and release
  • Carbon Deluxe internal construction
  • 21% recoil increase for maximum velocity
  • Soft-core blade construction resists torque but allows for improved feel
  • Nipple Grip coating
  • 500 grams

NIPPLE GRIP

Newly improved nipples for 2011 are 12% firmer than the 2010 model to improve tactile grip and create a supple hand transition. Less hand slip provides more direct energy transfer into the stick for increased shot velocity.

PRECISION TAPER

A longer, lower tapered section focuses energy into the bottom portion of the stick. This concentration of flex makes the stick easier to load and release giving you a more powerful shot with less effort.

The 2011 Warrior Bandito is available in the following blade patterns:

Warrior Bandito 2011 Hockey stick Review

December 27, 2010 Hockey Blogs No Comments

Warrior Bandito 2011 Review

The Warier Bandito is a great mid-priced stick with many of the features and performance of higher end stick without the price tag. Although slightly heavier than the Warrior Dolomite, the shaft edges on the Bandito are more rounded than the Warrior Vandal for a more comfortable feel. The clean, black and white graphics offer a nice alternative if you’re not a big fan of the out-of-control graphics on most Warrior hockey sticks.

2011 Warrior Bandito Features

  • Precision taper focuses energy at lower quarter for easy load and release
  • Carbon Deluxe internal construction
  • 21% recoil increase for maximum velocity
  • Soft-core blade construction resists torque but allows for improved feel
  • Nipple Grip coating
  • 500 grams

NIPPLE GRIP

Newly improved nipples for 2011 are 12% firmer than the 2010 model to improve tactile grip and create a supple hand transition. Less hand slip provides more direct energy transfer into the stick for increased shot velocity.

PRECISION TAPER

A longer, lower tapered section focuses energy into the bottom portion of the stick. This concentration of flex makes the stick easier to load and release giving you a more powerful shot with less effort.

The 2011 Warrior Bandito is available in the following blade patterns: