The Hockey Drill Book

Published 2007

About the Book

Capitalize on the speed, passing, shooting, and offensive systems of the modern game with the one resource that combines the best drills from both North America and Europe. Culled from thousands of hours in the top rinks in the world, The Hockey Drill Book brings together expertise from coaches in the NHL, World Cup, Olympics, World Championships, and top-ranked programs including Canada, the United States, Finland, Switzerland, Russia, the Czech Republic, and Sweden.

This book contains illustrations and diagrams for over 450 drills, which can be used for evaluation and instruction for individual skills, offensive and defensive systems, game-specific situations, special teams for games, and conditioning. All these drills are geared toward preparing your team in all facets of the game.

Former NHL and World Championship gold-medal coach Dave Chambers uses over 30 years of hockey wisdom to pull the best of the best into one resource. With The Hockey Drill Book you’ll have all the tools you need to prepare for competition.

About the Author

Dave Chambers, PhD, has coached hockey for more than 30 years from key developmental levels to the National Hockey League and international competition. His experience with all types of players and styles makes him well suited to teach the ever-evolving game that is a blend of the European and North American styles. Chambers has won two gold medals in World Championships, five university championships, and five Coach of the Year awards. He was named Master Coach by the Canadian Hockey Association and was inducted into the York University (Toronto, Canada) Sports Hall of Fame in 2005. Dave has also written a number of books and articles on coaching ice hockey and has made numerous presentations worldwide.

Words of Praise

"The Hockey Drill Book demonstrates Dave Chambers' intimate knowledge of the game. He has the ability to simplify every skill set. This collection of drills is an absolute must for individual player and team development." Ken Hitchcock Head Coach of Columbus Blue Jackets

"The Hockey Drill Book demonstrates why Dave Chambers is known as the 'professor of coaching.' Chambers uses his practical experience in coaching combined with his strong teaching background to guide coaches and players through the technical and tactical skills of hockey." Johnny R. Misley Executive Vice President Hockey Canada