The Hockey Focus

NHL Training Camp Preview: Battles and Storylines to Watch in 2026 NHL training camps will open in September with considerably more at stake than conditioning tests and preseason line combinations. The 2026–27 regular season begins September 29, leaving teams a short window to evaluate prospects, integrate major acquisitions and decide which veterans still fit. From […]

Trimble’s Drill of the Week Edge Work Progression to add in as a station drill or warmup for teams and players Edge Work Progression Two lines- Each player crosses, to hold the edge or pattern on the bottom of the circle from hash mark to hash mark. Do more and Be more. *These skills can […]

The 2026–27 youth hockey season is arriving, and families should begin by understanding that USA Hockey does not establish one national opening day for every team. Individual state affiliates, leagues and local associations determine their own tryout, practice and game schedules. Most full-season youth programs begin activities between August and September, while some split-seas...

A strong youth hockey season is rarely built one practice at a time. The best coaches begin with a season-long development plan that identifies what players should learn, when those skills should be introduced, and how they will be reinforced throughout the year. A season plan gives every practice a purpose while still allowing coaches […]

Trimble’s Drill of the Week 1-0 with Back Pressure In Zone or station drill with lines in the corners. Player with puck leaves after shot is taken. Simple drill but focus is on shooting in stride, making decisions under pressure, effort and accountability. Watch video. 📚 Helpful Resources 🏒 Scoring Concepts https://www.scoringconcepts.com 🤖 AI Hockey […]