This comprehensive guide for coaches and parents is packed with information and strategies for helping young players achieve their potential while keeping the "game" in perspective. Randy views hockey as a sport that its players can carry with them throughout their lives. Using his experience as a professional player, a medical doctor, and a minor-hockey coach he has included sections on skill development for all positions including goal; physical preparation, fitness, conditioning and nutrition; equipment fitting and maintenance; injury prevention and recognition; attitudes; coaching philosophy; and mental preparation.