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Cale Makar selected 4th overall by the Colorado Avalanche in the 2017 Entry Draft after playing 2 seasons with the AJHL Brooks Bandits.
Stanley Cup Champion 2022
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Kevin Yellowaga is the Skills Coach for the Brooks Bandits: https://www.brooksbandits.ca/hockey-ops
enjoying 10 seasons with the team and excited to return for the 2023-24 season. Brooks Bandits Hockey Team Centennial Cup Champions 2013, 2019, 2022 and 2023 BCHL Rocky Mountain Cup Champions 2024 |
Puck Smart Hockey Skills Academy Program
Tuesday's beginning October 1, 2024- Feb. 25, 2025 @7Chiefs 6:30-7:30 am.
Thursday starts September 26, 2024 - Feb. 20, 2025 @Crowchild Arena 6:30 - 7:30 am.
Tuesday's beginning October 1, 2024- Feb. 25, 2025 @7Chiefs 6:30-7:30 am.
Thursday starts September 26, 2024 - Feb. 20, 2025 @Crowchild Arena 6:30 - 7:30 am.
To Register NoW: Click the link Below!
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Kevin Yellowaga - Brooks Bandits Skills Development Coach
Kevin Yellowaga (BEd.) skills coach with the National Champion Brooks Bandits would like to invite you to train in a unique HOCKEY SKILLS ACADEMY environment.
Brooks Bandits Coaching Staff: https://www.brooksbandits.net/
The Puck Smart HOCKEY SKILLS ACADEMY is a leader in Western Canada because of their experience, knowledge and proven abilities in helping players to achieve success from the youngest of ages right up to the AJHL, WHL, NCAA and Pro hockey. We have developed a program that will challenge and inspire you to your best game.
AGE GROUPS
The Puck Smart Inc. Hockey Skills Academy at Crowchild North is open to 2012, 2011, and 2010 born players (playing in the CSSHL, HSL, JPHL and Quadrant AAA hockey for the 2024-25 season. In the South Academy at the 7 Chiefs Arena is open to younger players this year 2015's, 2014, 2013 and 2012's (top HSL and Quadrant players with great attitudes)!
You now have the opportunity to increase your skill level during the season and before the school day even begins with professional coaching. More info: http://pucksmart.com/about-us.html
Kevin Yellowaga (BEd.) skills coach with the National Champion Brooks Bandits would like to invite you to train in a unique HOCKEY SKILLS ACADEMY environment.
Brooks Bandits Coaching Staff: https://www.brooksbandits.net/
The Puck Smart HOCKEY SKILLS ACADEMY is a leader in Western Canada because of their experience, knowledge and proven abilities in helping players to achieve success from the youngest of ages right up to the AJHL, WHL, NCAA and Pro hockey. We have developed a program that will challenge and inspire you to your best game.
AGE GROUPS
The Puck Smart Inc. Hockey Skills Academy at Crowchild North is open to 2012, 2011, and 2010 born players (playing in the CSSHL, HSL, JPHL and Quadrant AAA hockey for the 2024-25 season. In the South Academy at the 7 Chiefs Arena is open to younger players this year 2015's, 2014, 2013 and 2012's (top HSL and Quadrant players with great attitudes)!
You now have the opportunity to increase your skill level during the season and before the school day even begins with professional coaching. More info: http://pucksmart.com/about-us.html
- Bachelor of Education
- Male Athlete of the Year University of Lethbridge 1992
- Brooks Bandits Skills Coach 2012 - present
- Hockey Skills Instructor and Coach Mentor 2008-present
- Hockey Canada Skills Academy Operator 2000-2007
- Alberta Hockey Leader Award 2004
Hockey Academy Skill Development
Model and Expectations
Please Contact Kevin Yellowaga directly before registering for the Academy program.
The program includes 20 hockey development sessions that will enhance a player’s individual playing skills, confidence, and leadership opportunities beyond what is covered within the regular minor hockey system.
Starting at the base of the development pyramid, we will work on the individualized skills needed to play at the elite level. A primary focus on the technical skills of skating, shooting, passing and puck control fundamentals will form the foundation as we advance up the development pyramid. These basic skills will then be applied in tactical drills and situations used in a game to gain an advantage or take away an advantage from an opponent. It’s important as the players progress from skills to tactics that they understand why they are using that skill in that situation which will then allow them to focus on the details, habits and execution that will benefit them in a game. I will also do my best to build in a component of fun as we strive for and attain new skills and performance levels.
The skills will progress and students will be challenged to come out of their comfort zone at each level. Building a strong motor program in all skills at the base level of the program will allow for greater success as the program progresses and also better execution when under pressure in games. We understand that not all players will have the same abilities but that all will have the same opportunity to progress and challenge themselves within all the skill sets the program offers. Students are encouraged to focus on their own development by not worrying about how they compare to others. Students need to challenge themselves by making their strengths even stronger while paying attention to their weaknesses .
In order for players to succeed at their own level of development skill teaching will usually progress in four ways. We spend the majority of time in stages 1 and 2 before we attempt to build in components of speed and knowledge “what, how, why and when.”:
1. Stationary - Demonstrate the skill/control without movement; low level of challenge
2. In Motion - Demonstrate the skill/control with slower movement; mid level of challenge
3. Game Speed - Demonstrate the skill/control with faster movement, high level of challenge
4. Higher Intellectual/Chaos - Demonstrate the skill/control with exceptional speed; expert level of challenge
Puck Smart Leadership Expectations...“Discipline yourself and others won’t need to.” - John Wooden
1. The student is on time, positive, listens well and helps without having to be asked.
2. The student understands the importance of ethics in sport, respecting the rights of all participants, helps everyone in the program feel worthy, and can build/encourage mutual support and respect with other students and instructors.
Starting at the base of the development pyramid, we will work on the individualized skills needed to play at the elite level. A primary focus on the technical skills of skating, shooting, passing and puck control fundamentals will form the foundation as we advance up the development pyramid. These basic skills will then be applied in tactical drills and situations used in a game to gain an advantage or take away an advantage from an opponent. It’s important as the players progress from skills to tactics that they understand why they are using that skill in that situation which will then allow them to focus on the details, habits and execution that will benefit them in a game. I will also do my best to build in a component of fun as we strive for and attain new skills and performance levels.
The skills will progress and students will be challenged to come out of their comfort zone at each level. Building a strong motor program in all skills at the base level of the program will allow for greater success as the program progresses and also better execution when under pressure in games. We understand that not all players will have the same abilities but that all will have the same opportunity to progress and challenge themselves within all the skill sets the program offers. Students are encouraged to focus on their own development by not worrying about how they compare to others. Students need to challenge themselves by making their strengths even stronger while paying attention to their weaknesses .
In order for players to succeed at their own level of development skill teaching will usually progress in four ways. We spend the majority of time in stages 1 and 2 before we attempt to build in components of speed and knowledge “what, how, why and when.”:
1. Stationary - Demonstrate the skill/control without movement; low level of challenge
2. In Motion - Demonstrate the skill/control with slower movement; mid level of challenge
3. Game Speed - Demonstrate the skill/control with faster movement, high level of challenge
4. Higher Intellectual/Chaos - Demonstrate the skill/control with exceptional speed; expert level of challenge
Puck Smart Leadership Expectations...“Discipline yourself and others won’t need to.” - John Wooden
1. The student is on time, positive, listens well and helps without having to be asked.
2. The student understands the importance of ethics in sport, respecting the rights of all participants, helps everyone in the program feel worthy, and can build/encourage mutual support and respect with other students and instructors.
Other benefits noted from participation within a Hockey Skills Academy
- 20 additional hours of skill development during the hockey season
- Increased time to improve technical and tactical skill development
- Opportunities to learn in a creative and positive environment
- A chance to work on weaknesses while you make your strengths even stronger
- Fun seeing improvements in your game
- Studies show 45% of all game action takes place in a 1 vs. 1… Individual skills and tactics are imperative to winning 1vs.1, 2 vs.1, 1vs.2 battles.
- Higher activity levels promote players academically, socially, emotionally and physically.
- Improved time management skill
- Improved confidence
- Improved skill development: 1 skills practice is worth 11 games of skill development
PUCK SMART SKILLS ACADEMY MODEL:
- SKATING: improved efficient movement patterns in order to act quicker and with more speed, improving stride length, recovery and glide. Challenging Edge-work, aggressive turns and cuts, transitional skating and explosive starts. Changes of speed by using linear crossovers. Increased agility using single leg cuts and fakes to load and explode in another direction. Footwork to improve and manipulate your opponent: cross-overs, soft slides, weight shifts, step fakes, stutter step, open hips (euros), punch turns and jabs.
PUCK CONTROL: Hand-work to promote quicker hands, reach/range and puck catches. The ability to control the puck on all sides of your body with increased range and control using 360 head up drills. We promote and challenge players to be creative and free-thinkers with the puck.
BEATING OPPONENTS 1 ON 1:
The goal to get your opponent out of balance and gain an advantage. Learning how to properly apply and sell our single leg fakes and dekes is an important first step to gaining an advantage, which will lead us into secondary moves. We have many tactics at our disposal such as step fakes, 180 snaps, moves in traffic (under, over, between and around objects), changes of direction (delays, cutbacks and slip moves).
BOARD PLAY: Initiating and attacking space using counter bumps, playing with back position, controlling rims off the wall and making effective plays from off the wall. Puck Protection and and variety of puck retrieval techniques.
PASSING: 360 abilities while passing and receiving on all sides of your body; receiving and delivering passes; Catching the puck and never juggling on reception; receiving pucks that are inside of your stick; Deception; give go’s and moving to open ice; how to use time and space while supporting the puck; Creating proper receiving angles.
SHOOTING:
Improving your scoring and decision making abilities; reading the movement of goalies, tipping, deflecting and deking; will also focus on 360 forehand and backhand shooting techniques;. Improving quick release and accuracy. Shooting in stride or off the catch. Scoring in tight techniques; Attacking seams. Shooting when off balance, delayed release (freeze him), Changing Release point (change angle), Quick release, Mathews rhythmic release (soft catch wrister), Bedard single leg lunge as you Jab it in. A frame shooting off the stick-handle. Body shaping and surrounding the puck.
Feedback
Feedback and correction during sessions will be a priority as we seek to challenge players in a supportive and encouraging environment. We will provide an inclusive environment that constantly pushes each individual toward their own personal potential.
Puck Smart Hockey Skills Academy Program
Tuesday's beginning October 1, 2024-Feb. 25, 2025 @7Chiefs Arena 6:30-7:30 am.
Thursday starts September 26, 2024 - Feb. 20, 2025 @ Crowchild Arena 6:30 -7:30 am.
Tuesday's beginning October 1, 2024-Feb. 25, 2025 @7Chiefs Arena 6:30-7:30 am.
Thursday starts September 26, 2024 - Feb. 20, 2025 @ Crowchild Arena 6:30 -7:30 am.
To Register: Click the Registration tab located below the
P.S Academy link - this will take you to the registration form
Registration opens June 1, 2024 Make a Payment: Click "Logo" below to pay by Credit Card; Click "add to bag" - next click on "sign in" and create email password then checkout.
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P.S. Tuesday Hockey Academy @7Chiefs Arena: The Skill Development sessions will allow you additional skills development during the hockey season and the concepts learned will lead to increased performance in games. The technical training will develop translate-able shooting/scoring, passing, puck control and skating skills that will make you a more dynamic and effective player on the ice. A primary focus on the technical skills of skating, shooting, passing and puck control fundamentals will form the foundation as we advance up the development pyramid.
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Dates: Tuesday Mornings - Oct. 1, 2024- Feb. 25th, 2025
Ages: U13 AAA and U11 AAA Location: 7 Chiefs Arena Time: 6:30-7:30 am. Cost: $1230.00 (on-line payment) *Recommended: U13 AAA & U11 AAA *select 2015's will also be considered |
P.S. Crowchild Thursday Hockey Academy: The Skill Development sessions will allow you additional skills development during the hockey season and the concepts learned will lead to increased performance in games. The technical training will develop translate-able shooting/scoring, passing, puck control and skating skills that will make you a more dynamic and effective player on the ice. A primary focus on the technical skills of skating, shooting, passing and puck control fundamentals will form the foundation as we advance up the development pyramid.
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Dates: Thursday Mornings - Sept. 26, 2024- Feb. 20, 2025
Ages: U15 AAA and U13 AAA Location: Crowchild Arena Time: 6:30-7:30 am. Cost: $1230.00 (on-line credit card) Recommended *U15 AAA/AA and U13 AAA |
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