Books with title Hockey The NHL Way: The Basics

First released in 1996, Hockey the NHL: The Basics quickly became an international standard for players of all ages and at any position who wanted to get into the game and sharpen their hockey skills. This new edition lays the groundwork for a successful game and helps players improve fitness, prevent injuries, and make hockey a part of an active lifestyle. With easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step photos of players in action, the book shows young athletes how to play the complete game, from building a strong body core and improving skating techniques to cultivating explosive offensive skills and establishing solid goaltending and defense. Loaded with full-color action shots of hockey greats like Jarome Iginla and Sidney Crosby and packed with tips from NHL stars, this resource gives young players a competitive edge and gets them started off on the right foot. The National Hockey League is directing all of its earnings from sales of this book to the Pacific Parkinsons Research Institute.

Open this Official Book of the NHL, and learn from watching greats like Mark Messier, Wayne Gretzky, Ray Bourque, and others execute the plays covered in each chapter. Work on mastering offensive, defensive, goaltending, and skating skills under the wings of top coaches, including former NHL Coach of the Year Pat Quinn. Action photos of kids making each move, along with complete instructions take the guesswork out of technique and positioning. The "checklists" on each page ensure top form for peak performance. A Quick Pick for Reluctant Readers' Choice 1997. 96 pages (all in color), 8 x 10.