Our Kids Play Hockey Too Many Coaches on the Bench? Youth Hockey’s Loudest Problem.
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Nov 29, 2025 Chaos reigns when too many voices dominate the youth hockey bench. The hosts discuss how four yelling coaches can confuse young players and hinder their development. They highlight the importance of having 'one voice' and the role of a head coach in guiding the team. With tips on delegating tasks and managing egos, they offer solutions to restore calm. Personal anecdotes and modern coaching approaches emphasize relationships over volume. It's a vital conversation for all involved in youth sports.
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Address The Problem Directly
- Speak up and stop being a silent partner when bench coaching creates chaos.
- Have an adult conversation to define roles and reduce conflicting voices on the bench.
Delegate Clear Bench Roles
- Introduce clear delegation so each coach has a specific, agreed role during games.
- Ask upfront who will lead the bench and assign tasks like line management or praise.
Coach Off The Ice, Not Play‑By‑Play
- Great coaching happens on the bench by coaching players off the ice, not with play-by-play shouts on the ice.
- Use brief alerts sparingly and coach players when they step off the ice for better learning.
