John Lind

John Lind, the Director of Education and Research at the Swedish Ice Hockey Association, shares his insights from years of experience as a player and coach. He emphasizes creating enjoyable environments for youth hockey while retaining players longer. Lind discusses the advantages of small-sided games for skill development and decision-making, along with the importance of biobanding to counteract selection biases in age-group hockey. He champions volunteer coaching and urges parents to value slow, patient development over rushing ahead, all anchored in fun and engagement.