Saturday, January 7, 2017

Upcoming Ice Hockey Recruiting Camps

By Elizabeth Howard


Every talent has its rendezvous moment when it is discovered and exposed to the world. Ice hockey recruiting camps have been defining moments for almost all of the most successful professional players. What event will offer the best chances than the gathering of elite coaches scouting for new talents at the camp? This is the place to be for any player who aspires to join the professional league.

Without exposure, not even the most talented player stands a chance. As such, you must make all effort to capture the attention of a professional coach or scout. Coaches cannot see or reach all good players unless they are brought within their eye shot. Send a note or reminder to coaches, teams and schools you are interested in joining. Show interest and highlight your achievements as well as special skills.

Work on your academic grades. There are very few schools offering Division 1 Men hockey. To increase your chances of being recruited, your grades must be impressive. When placed alongside a person with better grades, you will lose. You thus stand a better chance with higher grades.

Be conversant with eligibility requirements. There are two important elements for any player seeking a position in NCAA. Your academics must be impressive. Without good grades, your chances are greatly diminished. The other requirement is your amateur status. This means that you have to take certain classes and standardization tests. Be proactive in taking these tests. This will give you an incredible head-start during recruitment.

Coaches are concerned about character. This is especially important when they are faced with a tough decision involving two equally skilled players. They look for your impact or contribution to the spirit of the team the overall game. Be on the lookout even when under no official scrutiny. The scouts and coaches watch incognito. Be cautious how you respond during a bad shift, bad call and when teamwork is needed.

Be diligent when working on your skills. Most talented players look for every opportunity to showcase their skills. Coaches visit these events and are keen to recruit the best talent. They most likely will not watch you once and approve recruit you. Your target should be to improve with every game you play. Scouts and coaches take note of this improvement and will consider you for their teams.

Make contacts with coaches and hockey facilities. No one will ever know of your existence if you are forever hidden. Make unofficial visits to camps when there is no pressure from other recruits to capture the attention of coaches. Let the scouts know you will be coming and engage in interactive play sessions. This will make them aware of your interest and level of skills. It is an informal introduction that can always be formalized at the right time.

Hockey recruitment attracts a lot of competition. Without exposure, the best talent will be missed. An inquisitive player with supportive teachers or parents stands an incredible chance. It also takes patience since recruitment happens in stages. Develop a strategy for exposure to avoid burnout.




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