Hockey is truly an amazing sport. Not only is it fun to play for people
of all ages, but it is also a sport that really “gives back” in terms of the
lessons it teaches players.
If you are thinking of starting your child in youth hockey but are
wondering what it has to offer, the answer is “plenty!” Read on to learn about
the many great lessons hockey teaches.
Balance
Everyone knows that hockey is played on the ice. A lot of people,
though, don’t fully understand all that playing on the ice entails.
Ice is not an even, non-slip surface like you’ll find in basketball or
tennis. Instead, it’s slippery and hard, which makes falling on it not a fun
experience.
However, with nothing but a sheet of ice under their feet, players get
very good at balancing themselves, which results in strong core muscles and
straight posture. And, in addition to balance, players become better skaters,
which also improves balance and leads to superior coordination. If these are
qualities you’d like your child to possess, hockey is a great place to get
them.
Overcoming Challenges
Hockey may look like a fun and simple game, but it actually has some
complex rules that are effective at teaching young players how to overcome any
challenge that gets thrown their way.
For example, one team gets to play with a “man advantage” for several
minutes at a time, leaving the other team short a player. This means that the
short-handed team has to find creative ways to pick up the slack, which often
involves strategic planning and working together.
If you want your child to be someone who can tackle any problem and ask
for help when he needs it, hockey is the way to go!
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