Glass and Out Chicago Steel Head Coach Brock Sheahan: Sustaining success, out of the box player development and improving you practices
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Jan 20, 2022 Brock Sheahan, head coach of the Chicago Steel, shares his journey in developing a championship-winning culture in junior hockey. He discusses innovative player development methods that prioritize situational awareness and teamwork over traditional metrics. With a focus on analytics and personalized training, Sheahan reveals how a structured coaching staff enhances individual player growth. He also highlights the importance of maintaining a positive team environment, balancing skill development with cognitive understanding, and fostering camaraderie among young athletes.
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Dynamic Drills for Player Development
- Design drills that focus on player decision-making and adaptability.
- Prioritize realistic scenarios over static, pylon-based drills.
Individualized Development at the Chicago Steel
- The Chicago Steel prioritizes individual player development, leading to team success.
- They tailor training programs to address each player's specific physical and cognitive needs.
Balancing Ice Time and Development
- Brock Sheahan shared how he managed ice time with a talented roster.
- He adjusted power-play units to give more opportunities to developing players like Sam Colangelo.