What You Will Learn!
- evelop a comprehensive understanding of the principles, fundamentals, and techniques crucial for building a dominating defense in hockey.
- Enhance agility skating, skills and drills specifically tailored for defensemen.
- Acquire the ability to execute defensive skills effectively against various offensive strategies
- Gain a competitive edge for both individual players and teams in modern hockey
Description
Building a dominating defense is essential to the success of a hockey team at any level of competition. In this comprehensive video, Coach Red Gendron presents a detailed overview of the principles, fundamentals and techniques involved in developing defensemen for modern hockey. The primary focus is on the tactical application of skills and being able to execute the skills in game-type situations. Among the topics covered are: agility skating, puck control, passing, tactical application, shooting for defensemen, attack defenses and much more! These drills and concepts will help give players and teams the edge needed to develop a successful hockey program.
In his 34-year coaching career, Dennis "Red" Gendron has worked with championship teams at all levels. Red won two NCAA Hockey National Championships and an NHL Stanley Cup as an assistant coach, and was named University of Maine head men’s ice hockey coach on May 28, 2013. He has previously served as head coach for the Albany River Rats and Indiana Ice and has held multiple positions for the New Jersey Devils, Albany River Rats, University of Maine, University of Massachusetts, Yale University, and Team USA. Coach Gendron is also a published author. His work “Coaching Hockey Successfully” has served as a template to many coaches across the United States.
Who Should Attend!
- This program is designed for hockey players, coaches, and teams seeking to enhance their defensive capabilities at any level of competition. It is particularly beneficial for individuals aspiring to develop a thorough understanding of the principles, fundamentals, and techniques essential for building a dominating defense in modern hockey. The content caters to players looking to refine their agility skating, puck control, passing, and shooting skills as defensemen, with a focus on tactical application in real-game scenarios. Additionally, coaches and teams aiming to gain a competitive edge and elevate their performance will find valuable insights and proven coaching methodologies derived from Coach Red Gendron's extensive 34-year career, including his success at the NCAA and NHL levels. Whether you are a player aspiring for defensive prowess or a coach striving to cultivate a successful hockey program, this program provides comprehensive guidance and practical strategies.