HOCKEY ZONES
Volume 19 No. 2 Issue #53
2nd Quarter - 2023 Edition
Instructor Profile

Ron Wong
Get to know more about Ron Wong, Tucker Hockey Head Instructor.

Did you know that Ron has been involved in Tucker Hockey programs for more then 20 years?!
Spring 3 on 3 Recap
Tucker Hockey's 2023 3 on 3 Spring season wrapped up on Saturday June 10th, 2023 at Lake Bonavista Arena.

We enjoyed watching all the players work hard developing their skills and tightening up their game play with our fast paced 3 on 3 shifts.

Thank you to the enthusiastic players and their dedicated parents / families who wished to experience our spring hockey development. Thank you for coming out! 

~Coach Rex & the Tucker Hockey Staff
Tucker Hockey Tips

Development Thoughts For Better Development

Part 2 -
Player Education


The purpose of this article is to help educate players about their hockey development and to maximize a player’s future improvements / results within our Tucker Hockey Programs.
The Tucker Hockey Mission Statement:

Through The Tucker Hockey Way:

  • Instilling the love and passion for hockey

  • Being inclusive to all ages, background & skill levels

  • Improving hockey and life skills in a positive learning environment

  • Making a difference!

This is our Legacy of Values.
Tucker Hockey
Classic Awards


Quarterly Awards

Bradley Mersereau Memorial
Adult Award:

2023 Q2 Recipient
Aja Manning


Danny Cammack Memorial
Minor Award:

2023 Q2 Recipient
Liam Smiley

Read more on Liam HERE!


Yearly Awards

David Mahoney On Ice Head Instructor Leadership Award

2022 Recipient
Ron Wong

Read more on Ron HERE!


Lyle Hanna On Ice Assistant Instructor Memorial Award

2022 Recipient
Michael O'Sullivan

Read more on Michael HERE!


Ern Rideout On Ice Apprentice Instructor Memorial Award

2022 Recipient
Dylan Westlake

Read more on Dylan HERE!


We are very happy to acknowledge participants and instructors
who love the game as much
as we do through our
Tucker Hockey Classic Awards.
Pregame Nutrition for Hockey Players
Do you know why proper nutrition is important for a hockey player?

Tucker Hockey is doing a three-part series that will focus on pre-game, game time, and post-game nutrition. What that looks like and why it is important for a hockey player.
Danny Cammack Memorial Minor
Award Recipient

Liam Smiley
Liam is 9 years old and loves playing hockey. He enjoys meeting new friends and scoring goals 🏒

Liam first tried a Tucker Hockey program when he is 7 years old. His goal was to get stronger and faster and he has been with Tucker Hockey ever since!

We look forward to seeing you back on the ice this summer Liam!
Q2 2023 Poll Question
What areas of the Flames roster do they need to improve on to make the playoffs next season?
Another goalie i.e. Dustin Wolf from the Wranglers?
A Top 4 Defence Man?
A goal scorer / game changer?
Speedy winger?
More youth on the team?
Other?
Results from Q1 2023 Poll
Stanley Cup Playoffs start Monday April 7! Who will win the Cup??

Boston Bruins - 34%

Colorado Avalanche - 25%

Edmonton Oilers - 17%

Tampa Bay Lightning - 8%

Toronto Maple Leafs - 8%

Other - 8%

Calgary Flames - 0%

Congratulations to the Vegas Golden Knights on capturing your first Stanley Cup title!
Don't Miss out on Calgary's Premier Hockey Development this Summer!
Summer group programs are available for registration now!
Minor
Minor summer group programs start as early as Tuesday August 8, 2023 and run weekly until Friday September 15, 2023.
  • Checking
  • Conditioning Program / Prep for Evaluations
  • Defence Man
  • Dynamic Power Skating & Hockey Development
  • Elite Power Skating & Conditioning
  • Evasive Skating / Puck Control & Battles / Compete
  • Extreme Edges & Explosive Skating
  • High Performance Striding & Speed
  • Offensive Tactics & Battles / Compete
  • Strategic Shooting
Adult
Adult group programs start as early as Monday August 21 and are available for 3 different weeks.
  • Technical Skills / Fundamentals
  • Technical Skills / Tactical - Hybrid
Most programs still have spots available - however some programs are already full. Don't delay - register TODAY!!

Looking forward to seeing you at the rink in 2023!
Prize Contest!
How many on ice sessions (both group and private) did Coach Rex teach in 2022?

Closest answer wins one FREE registration for a 2023 Tucker Hockey Summer group program AND a writeup in the Next Hockey Zones E-Newsletter!

Email your name and guess to programs@tuckerhockey.com

NOTE: 1 guess per person
Any day is a good day for hockey!
Summer Programs
Don't miss out on our upcoming Summer 2023
Hockey Development Programs!
ice hockey player in action kicking with stick
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