Reply To: Need Advice: Preparing to Play More Skilled Team

[DMan]

Another update: Game 1, 4-0 loss. Shots were 35-25 in their favor. We played a terrific first period with tight defensive coverage (thanks for the advice Tom) but at times regressed into our old ways (big circles instead of stops & starts.) When they realized we had a few defense men that are not so mobile they started going for long stretch passes, getting the puck deep, and pressuring our D which was an effective strategy.

I can't say I'm happy with a 4-0 loss, but I can find some redemption in cutting the shot differential down significantly from the past (as well as the score)….Still a long way to go though. Another chance to close the gap tomorrow. I've been doing my best to limit what I say about x's & o's, and sticking to simple performance goals….I hope the kids are learning as much as I am. Thanks for all the info & ideas.

Dave