If you don’t know where the starting point is, how can you determine the end? Baseline concussion analysis is certainly the buzz in sports communities among players, parents, coaches and schools. One company, CereScan, has a way to capture brain imagery scans, which indicate to attending physicians how to treat the patient. Most physicians firmly Read More…
Think your kids are too busy with hockey and homework to help out around the house? Plenty of time for that later in life? A former NHL player shares how helping out around the house helped him succeed. Discipline and a sense of responsibility are vital to anything you do in life. Kids need responsibilities Read More…
Wherefore art though puck? If you’re thinking, “The puck is right there on the ice,” it’s time to brush up on your Shakespeare. The question is why is a puck called a puck? And the answer, possibly, brings us right back to the Bard. “While the origin of the object known as a puck is Read More…
Concussion in youth sports is an issue that hits close to my heart—for my own children and my campers—as I suffered a concussion that ended my NHL career. As many of you know, my road to the NHL was bumpy at best. During the first 10 years of my pro career, I got a few Read More…
I had to learn the hard way many years ago, but maybe my lesson will help some of you learn what kids dread—your coaching. I was a swimmer, so when my oldest child, Keelan, decided to join a swim team I was thrilled. Confident I could help accelerate her progress, I hinted at a few Read More…
As high schoolers wrap up their seasons with awards banquets and spring leagues kick off, we face another round of end-of-season parties and start-of-season icebreakers. No doubt if you’ve had one slice of pizza you’ve had 100 during the hockey season. So let’s take a look at an alternative with a little more sophistication for Read More…
With any family it’s a challenge to find balance while engrossed in work, homework, activities and personal lives. Toss in hockey and it can be a true juggling match. One family found a way to bring harmony to their hectic family lives—ironically, through hockey. The Cunninghams are a lot like most families today with their Read More…
Whether you’re in charge of the team dinner or a contributor to the food and beverage needs, you’re likely in the “how can I get this done quickly?” mentality. I know I always am, and I want to share with you some tried-and-true fast and delicious recipes you can whip up and receive rave reviews. Read More…
Should poor grades keep a youngster from playing sports? There is no simple answer to this question, but parents need to consider two varying perspectives. All children need vigorous physical activity as part of their daily lives, and sports provide all the benefits of exercise and the potential for acquiring a sense of accomplishment. If Read More…
Parents play a huge role in determining whether youth sports are a positive or negative experience for their kids. Although there is no set formula for success, there are some important guidelines for all parents to keep in mind. 1. Set a good example of an active person. What kids see has greater impact on Read More…
