Tag Archives: skills
What is wrong with drill books.
The coach opened the “Drill Book” full of pictures and symbols with the purpose of finally mastering the game of Ringette. “Wow, with these drills, I can see medals on the mantle.” A Bunny (ringette player 4 to 6 years … Continue reading
A Modern AAA Program for Ontario
Every two years Ontario selects athletes from each region of its six regions to participate in the AAA program, with the goal of being in the Ontario Winter Games. Is it keeping pace with modern sport development? Alberta brings its … Continue reading
I am NOT a skating coach: Ringette Coach
Ringette players on the ice were going through an obstacle course. It included a number of core skating techniques used in ringette: two foot stop, backward C-cuts, forward cross-overs and the tight turn. Skating obstacle courses offer variety, use all … Continue reading
How to hold a ringette stick
Another balmy summer day in suburban “Ringetteville.” But, the rink was cool and refreshing. Ringette players were skating the traditional oval pattern around the ice. Some players skated with two hands on the stick; others with one. Some players grasped … Continue reading