Our Kids Play Hockey The Ride to the Rink: 10 Ways to See the Ice Like a Pro: Situational Awareness in Youth Hockey
đ§ Ever wonder what separates good hockey players from great ones? Itâs not just skating or shooting â itâs how they see the game. In this quick but powerful mini-episode, Lee and Mike dive deep into one of hockeyâs most underrated superpowers: situational awareness.
From blue-line turnovers to risky rushes, goalie decisions to smart dump-ins, this episode breaks down how learning to âzoom outâ and see the full 200x80 sheet can transform a young playerâs game â and make coaches trust them more.
đĄ In This Episode:
- Why goals rarely start where you think they do đ„
- The dangers of far-blue-line turnovers (and how to avoid them)
- What âsituational awarenessâ really means for players, goalies, and coaches
- How to stop being a liability and start being the player coaches want on the ice
- Why sometimes the smartest move is the simplest one
đ Whether youâre a player learning the ropes or a coach trying to teach smarter hockey, this episode will change how you see every shift.
đ§ Tune in, take notes, and remember: great hockey isnât just about playing hard â itâs about playing smart.
đ Want a written version you can reference anytime? Check out our companion blog: Seeing the Whole Ice â Why Situational Awareness is the Smartest Skill in Youth Hockey
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