Synopsis
Highlighted by full-colour action photographs of NHL players in game situations, this title shows how the star players have mastered the art of controlling play and keeping the puck out of their nets.
From the Author
Learn to Play Without the PuckMany players, coaches, parents and spectators fail to recognize that in the game of hockey, individual puck possession can be less than 1 minute per player during the entire game. This means that while players should practice all their puck control skills so they're truly ready when an opportunity presents itself, all other skill areas of the game also deserve a lot of attention in practice. Good defensive teams like the 97/98 Dallas Stars demonstarted that a team will create excellent offensive opportunities as a result of playing sound defense. Young players in the game today should be excited about developing good defensive skills and take pride in the results of their efforts. Having a positive attitude toward defensive hockey is the first step!
