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This week’s featured development resource comes from Playmakers Panel coach Jonathan Larsson, whose “Read & Act” drill challenges players to scan early, process pressure, and make better decisions before the puck arrives.

We’re also spotlighting four Hockey Players Club members putting in the work this offseason—from NHL and NCAA training sessions to garage skill development, tournament goals, and goalie reps between the pipes.

Let’s get into it.

Jonathan Larsson — Head Coach | Rogle BK J16

The best players don’t wait until they receive the puck to make a decision.

This ‘Read & Act’ drill challenges players to scan early, process pressure, and make quick decisions through multiple changing situations. After an initial pass reception and give-and-go, the player has to read the next layer of pressure, move underneath the stick, execute a cutback, and attack a final one-on-one look.

The value is in the habit: scan, receive, read, act.

Coaching Points:

🏒 Logan Cooley & LJ Mooney — offseason work at Ice Castle

🚨 Hugo Holstensson — lighting the lamp at the MM Hockey Spring Classic Cup

🧤 Gabe Mac — building better hands in the garage

🥅 Owen Griffith — breaking in new pads at stick time

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