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Spring Quarterly 2024
So, your 2023/2024 season has wrapped up. What’s next? After allowing yourself a bit of a break, it’s time to start strategizing how best to maximize your off-season and position yourself for a killer tryout. Here, Adam and Steve offer practical advice for players and parents as the summer planning takes shape.
Player: Mindset Framework
Your primary focus is to review your season:
What worked?
What didn’t?
What steps need to be taken to have a stronger start to next season?
How do I get started?
Our Post Season Review Worksheet is a tangible way to capture your thoughts. Be honest, concise, and specific. Taking stock of where you were, where you are, and how this can impact where you want to go can be incredibly helpful when strategizing next steps..
For younger players (minor hockey level), this is also your chance to gain exposure by attending Junior camps – your visibility and performance are of the utmost importance.
For older players (junior level) now is the time to recover from any bumps or bruises you have sustained during the season so you can be ready for a good summer of training and preparation.
Need help with your season review or deciding which camp or team is right for you? We can help – just reach out.
Program: Strength and Gains
Over the next few months, lifts/working out should be close to daily, with active recovery days mixed in. Most of your strength, power gains, and progress will occur over the summer, so make sure they’re effective. Don’t forget your diet – watching what you’re eating is important to make sure you are properly fueling your lifts.
Have your own trainer? That’s great. If not, let us know – we’re happy to work with you on building a plan that best suits your needs.
Preparation: What’s Next?
Now is the time for you to create a marketplace for yourself. Show initiative by creating your resume or a monthly newsletter highlighting your season, academics, and up-to-date contact information – keep it one page that can be sent out to Junior/College teams. Why? It allows you to show personal interest to junior teams or colleges, creates your personal brand, and demonstrates the separation point between you and other players. Need help crafting your message? We’d be happy to provide feedback – just give us a call.
Parents: Supporting Your Athlete
Ensure younger players (and older, who’s kidding who?) are not getting into any bad habits.
What time are they getting to bed and waking up?
How much time are they spending on their phone?
How much is spent gaming?
What does their diet look like?
What level of activity are they maintaining?
This is also the time to focus on schoolwork and academic habits. How well does your kid advocate for themself? Is tutoring needed? Additionally, are there any summer courses available for your child? Players who are well-prepared and ahead of the game have less stress and more confidence in school during the hockey season.
For older players ensure they have summer jobs lined up and are learning how to live more independently. How are their laundry skills? Can they clean a bathroom? What sorts of meals can they cook? Do they have their own bank account – can they manage funds? Preparing them for life away from home is key. They (and their future billets, partners, and spouses) will thank you.
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