Chronicles from the Pond
Free play among children, especially outside, is now so rare that I feel privileged to be able to see it […]
Balance Bikes and Teaching Hockey
When my daughter was around three years old and my son 18 months old, we got them each balance bikes. […]
Take Advantage of Our Unique Development Opportunity
Outdoor ice without organized hockey hasn’t happened in decades! We all miss the excitement of high school hockey, the thrill […]
Read Like You Train
“I’m not a big reader” is a common phrase we hear when we ask our athletes if they are reading […]
Leadership While Facing Crisis and Adversity
We often think of extraordinary leadership during crisis as the monumental moment when a leader stands in front of the […]
Fortis Academy Sports Day Camps
Creating Space for Creative Play and Athletic Development On President’s Day, we put together our first Sports Day camp. Our […]
Elite Pre-K Showcase attracts North America’s top 4-year-olds
Preeminent preschool hockey tournament attracts scouts from around the world The world’s top four-year-old hockey players battled it out over […]
Understanding the College Recruiting Process – A Data Driven Approach
When a freshman commits to a major division one school, we hear about it. We talk about it on social […]
Pay Attention to Your “C” Players!
In a world where eight and ten-year-old players are labeled “all stars” and “top prospects”, it’s easy to lose sight […]
It’s Time to Redefine the “Serious” Athlete in Youth Sports
Even when we counter the insanity of youth sports and argue against year-round specialization at a young age, we too […]
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