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i really want to play hockey but,?
Im 12, and i love hockey. a lot. Ive always wanted to play it but i never thought i could until i met one of my friends who had been playing since she was 8. She told me i could if i practiced hard enough. And i dont really know where to start. I go to the ice rink and skate a lot and i play with sticks and a puck in the street a lot. Well now my friend dosnt know if i can. I really really want to play, but i feel im way to old to start. What do you think?
ps. i know its a weird question
Seriously, this is at least the fourth time I've answered this just this WEEK, and the answer is you are never to old, as long as you are willing and able to put in the effort. Not a weird question at all; boys and girls, men and women of all ages and abilities play hockey, and 12 is a fine age to learn!
Everyone else here is right: PRACTICE! Here are some other tidbits, and if you want more and more specific info, make an add or drop me an email. Don't get discouraged, remember there are many skills to master but you may not learn them all at the same rate...so if you can shoot but can't skate, or can skate and stickhandle but not both at the same time, give it a chance, and keep working on it. At least it's fun "work", and I promise, follow some of the advice here and it will all come together!
The thing is to PRACTICE! It doesn't matter if you have regular access to an indoor rink; play outside in the driveway or some other paved area, or see if a floor-hockey club exists in your area. One of the basics that every good player does is to practice shooting pucks in the driveway or basement or whatever; why do you think the stars all have stories about their parents' dinged up garages? Because those who are and were really dedicated may shoot as many as 500 shots PER DAY off-ice. Get a cheap net for home, or take some chalk or tape or something that isn't permanent to mark a net-sized area on a building wall or something (ask permission); pick the corners, and try to aim, move and handle the puck or street ball, do what you like. Just focus, and watch yourself improve over time time. This simple drill will develop accuracy, stick handling, strength, agility, faked shots and passes, focus and discipline, etc. as you get more creative and confident (YOU don't have to do literally 500 shots, but try to make it a part of your routine to shoot a few on a regular basis). It gets more natural every time you practice.
Competent skating is a must if you want to keep up in competition; again, try rollerblading, and if you live in a colder area then there will eventually be outdoor rinks to skate on for free and whenever you like. When it comes to skating backwards it is best to get someone you are comfortable with to teach you, because if it's not done properly it can be very difficult. It will all get easier the more confident you become on your skates.
Find other people who like or play hockey, and get together a game of shinny or road hockey or whatever; don't be discouraged if you aren't playing like the pros right away, because it really does take time, patience, dedication, and effort to play well...but don't worry, it's a fun kind of "work"! Don't be afraid to ask questions, and if you can talk to a hockey coach of some kind in your area he can give you an idea of local skill level, what is required to play there, and to ask him questions about your own concerns in your game. Coaches and outside sources can be very valuable, because they are usually unbiased, but can really help you if you listen. Take criticism as it is intended: to help you get better at the game! At the same time, don't let people saying negative things get to you in a negative way; USE it to get better, and either ignore them in the future or show them how good you will be!
Be realistic about your skill level, but don't be discouraged if you don't play as well as quickly as you hoped; learning and knitting all the skills together may take patience, but it will improve with practice.
Good luck for now. I'll add more if you have any questions.
Read this for more motivation and information. http://bleacherreport.com/articles/48868-open-discussion-what-it-takes-in-sports-hockey-and-everday-life
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