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Skate coach gives locals edge

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Over the 14 years from 1991 to 2005, Steffany Hanlen worked full time to help notable National Hockey Leaguers improve their skating strides.

Late last month, the Langley resident took time out from her busy schedule to work with emerging young players much closer to home.

Preparing for the Playoffs: Power Tips from a Winning Coach About Getting it Done When it Counts

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Everyone loves the playoffs. And with good reason. Playoffs are the time when your skills, team play, fitness level, and motivation are challenged at a deeper level. Intensity increases. Competitive spirits soar. Quality of play skyrockets as the stakes get higher and higher with each passing game.

Preparing for the Playoffs: What Players, Coaches, and Parents Can Do to Maximize Playoff Success

Sun, 14 Feb 2010 07:00:00 GMT

by Steffany Hanlen, founder of Quantum Speed and professional performance and skating coach.

In my last article, I reminded you that successful playoff teams stick with what worked during the regular season, and just do it better and stronger.

In today's article, I want to share what players, coaches, and parents can do individually to contribute to playoff success as a team.

Preparing for the Playoffs: Power Tips About Getting it Done When it Counts

Sat, 13 Feb 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Everyone loves the playoffs.

And with good reason.

Playoffs are the time when your skills, team play, fitness level, and motivation are challenged at a deeper level. Intensity increases. Competitive spirits soar. Quality of play skyrockets as the stakes get higher and higher with each passing game.