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"Gives die–hard fans and newcomers to the sport the inside edge!" — Scotty Bowman , NHL′s winningest coach and former coach of the Detroit Red Wings "Nothing gets by John Davidson. If the first edition didn’t already make you a fan, then this edition will!" — Mark Messier , NHL All–Star "My dog, Blue, and I ran out to get Hockey For Dummies, 2 nd Edition . We give it two paws up!" — Don Cherry , former NHL coach and “Coaches Corner” commentator for Hockey Night in Canada "...a must read for all hockey fans!" — John Vanbiesbrouck , former goaltender, New York Islanders " ... the most comprehensive, easily understood source of hockey history and instruction I′ve ever come across. Not only was ′JD′ a superb player in the NHL, he is also an extremely skilled commentator sharing his knowledge of the game with fans all over North America. From hat tricks to power plays, Hockey For Dummies provides the reader with the wisdom of an expert. —From the Foreword by Wayne Gretzky This updated edition of the bestselling guide to all things hockey is packed with illustrations and play–by–play descriptions, diagrams, and photos of the NHL’s greatest players. It tells you how to: Gear up safely with the right equipment Improve your skills with drills Warm up mentally—and physically—before hitting the ice Respect rules and good sportsmanship Find US and Canadian leagues and camps Former New York Ranger, John Davidson offers you plays only the pros know and tips for playing hockey at any level. And he fills you in on: Hockey ABCs, its origins, positions, gear, rules, and more The complete NHL—explores the various leagues, greatest players, training, and tons of fascinating facts, figures, and priceless trivia The best ways to follow the game from the stands or on TV How the pros do it—includes tips from Gretzky on passing, Messier on winning face–offs, and other star players on how to play like a pro From youth leagues to the secrets of the NHL greats, Hockey For Dummies , is your total guide to this cool sport.
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Hockey fans won't want to miss this guide...
Welcome to "Hockey For Dummies™", the book that tells you everything you've always wanted to know about the most exciting sport in the world. There has never been a book like this, one that recounts the workings of the National Hockey League, explains the type of equipment players use, describes the rules of the game and the philosophies of the different coaches, and that gives tips on watching hockey on television and ways to improve your slap shot and board work. It is both history journal and instructional guide, and it might make you laugh a little, too. The book is filled with action-packed photos.
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Praise for Hockey For Dummies "Gives die–hard fans and newcomers to the sport the inside edge!" — Scotty Bowman , NHL′s winningest coach and coach of the Detroit Red Wings "Nothing gets by John Davidson. If the first edition didn′t already make you a fan, then this edition will!" — Mark Messier , NHL All–Star "My dog, Blue, and I ran out to get Hockey For Dummies , 2nd Edition. We give it two paws up!" — Don Cherry , former NHL coach and "Coaches′ Corner" commentator for Hockey Night in Canada Explore this cool sport — from youth leagues to the NHL! This updated guide covers the latest hockey moves on and off the ice. In these pages, packed with illustrations and play–by–play descriptions, diagrams, and photos of some of the NHL′s greatest players, former New York Ranger goalie John Davidson offers you plays only the pros know, plus tips for playing hockey at any level. Discover how to: Gear up safely with the right equipment Improve your skills with drills Warm up mentally — and physically before hitting the ice Respect rules and good sportsmanship Find US and Canadian leagues and camps Get smart! www.dummies.com
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- PublisherJohn Wiley & Sons
- Publication date2000
- ISBN 10 0764552287
- ISBN 13 9780764552281
- BindingPaperback
- Edition number2
- Number of pages384
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