Chris Pryor
Accountability
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- Last Updated on Tuesday, 16 April 2013 17:22
By Chris Pryor
We are always looking to blame someone when a player doesn’t get the ice time they would like or doesn’t make the team for which they are trying out. Or the job for which they interviewed.
Yes, there are exceptions to every rule, but most of the time when you fail to achieve something it comes down to just one person, YOU. You are the one accountable. When we start to realize that you and only you are responsible for where you go in life, then and only then will we start to understand how this all works. You dictate where and what you accomplish. Not the coach, boss or even your parents.
Who’s at fault?
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- Last Updated on Wednesday, 27 March 2013 19:32
By Chris Pryor
I’m well aware that the rules are ever increasingly trying to protect the puck carrier from dangerous hits, and rightfully so. We need to hold true to our rules and make sure we protect the health of the players and punish the ones that are breaking the rules. Fair enough.
BUT there also is a line between being hit illegally and putting yourself in a compromising situation. The puck carrier needs to be aware of the environment around him and when sensing danger, protect yourself. Human nature, correct?
Let’s ref
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- Last Updated on Thursday, 14 March 2013 15:46
By Chris Pryor
At some point your hockey playing days are going to end. Then what? This could be after high school, college or even pro for that matter. What do I do now?
Do I still want to be involved in the game? If so there might be another avenue to keep that fire burning – refereeing.
Here’s your shot
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- Last Updated on Thursday, 21 March 2013 14:46
By Chris Pryor
With the offseason fast approaching, it’s time to think about “How or what can I improve?” This is a perfect time of year to work on the “holes” or weaknesses in your game.
In saying this, one component that you can improve upon is your shooting. Whatever the shot selection may be – backhand, wrist shot or slap shot – the same basic concept holds true that in order to improve your shot, you need to work at it and that means practice, practice and more practice. The more you do it, the better you will become.
I’m confused
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- Last Updated on Wednesday, 06 March 2013 16:31
By Chris Pryor
Let me get this straight. We want to clean up the game, correct? Take away the hitting from behind penalties and hitting the opposition while he is in a defenseless position.
I was at a college game in the East recently and saw at least five boarding/hitting from behind hits that went uncalled. FINALLY, one was called after the kid didn’t get up because he was unconscious.
