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Junior 'A'/Scholarship Development
Program Description
This program is recommended for elite players looking to take their
game to the Junior or College/University level. This program will be
run in the manner of a Jr 'A' training camp. Players will begin the
day with two hours of intense skill development on the ice. This will
be followed by one hour of strict off-ice training. Students will learn
proper stretching techniques, hockey specific plyometrics and will also
be introduced to NHL weight training routines. Each student will be put
through a fitness test similar to the standards used by the NHL.
Students will then spend an hour in the classroom learning about such
topics as the OHL vs NCAA, the purpose of a player agent, proper
nutrition, injury management, mental fitness and more. Past speakers have
included former NHL players, player representatives, OHL scouts, OHL coaches,
health and nutrition specialists, and members of the sports media. Each day
will end with a pro practice followed by an inner squad scrimmage. |