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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