5 Steps to Find Your First Beer League Hockey Team

[@robertcadiz4346]

Thank you for these recent "New hockey people" videos! Great!

[@beginneradulthockey]

Thanks! When I started, I was surprised how few of them there are out there. Veteran players don't always think to explain these things to you.

[@andersborum9267]

Regardless of buying used or new skates, always - emphasis always - get a set of superfeet insoles (or similar kind/brand) to support your feet; it's imperative for a good fit that your foot's arch doesn't collapse, and it'll likely result in a skate half a size smaller than otherwise measured without said insole. If possible, consider getting a skate with holders that allow for swapping out steel - it's a nice option to keep open, especially you're unable to regularly meet shop opening hours for steel sharpening or have regular access to sharpening at the rink (I have two sets of STEP black steel, a set for outdoor that I use during dec, jan, feb, and then use both sets for indoor skating in the remaining months). Get a used mid-range stick as a starter and remember that a heavy stick is better than a lighter stick for beginners. Check wear on the blade by firmly attempting to twist the blade; if it's squishy or squeaky, get another, otherwise you'll be fine. Once you've made significany progress, get last years mid or high end models in your specs at 25 - 30% the original cost - you can't feel the difference anyway, but it's nice to use good sticks regardless, and last year's mid or high end model is still a good stick. Once you progress you'll start to be confident about what gear to be replaced, or perhaps just modified. Don't be afraid to shorten straps, sew on more velcro or e.g. apply additional liquid rubber/silicone to the insides of your shin/elbow guards. Just to completely frankenstein on your gear if it works for you .. you can thank me later for the tip on the liquid rubber/silicone as it completely eliminates the need for the usual tape jobs and will make esp. your elbowguards stay in place for hours on end. First impressions last. Your potential future team mates are going to make quick notes of whether you are there for the sport or is looking for verification of your social or financial status (i.e. going to get the first rounds of practices in used gear vs. dumping 2 grand on high end gear that'll make everything harder). Don't be that player.

[@adammckenzie6074]

Bruh thats way too much shit for the average person starting out and u listed a bunch of shit u really do not need to do lol. Ur telling people things that a life long hockey player would worry about. Foot arc collapse... bruh. I skated for 20 years with no soecial support my arches are fine . Itd my toes that are crooked from skates . And adding silicone is some tedious shit u do not really need to do lol

[@andersborum9267]

@@adammckenzie6074right, if you're happy with taping shinguards over and over, please, be my guest, but I know of several elite players that use the rubber trick I mentioned for elbow guards, so just wanted to mention it. As for the collapse of your foot, it's on you, I don't care. All I can do is relate to the elite level players I know and personal experience + what's coming from team members.

[@andersborum9267]

@@stumpel54you had me until the NHL part

[@beginneradulthockey]

The great thing is everyone is different - we all just have to figure out what works for us. But you're right, as you play you'll figure out what works for you. So many great tips, thank you!

[@stephenayer8255]

You neglected to cover the advantages of the position of goaltender with your own equipment, you’ll be in demand at almost any level and sometimes play for free!

[@beginneradulthockey]

That is so true! I need to start doing goalie content, I know I am leaving you out but I will talk to a goalie soon and try to get some videos up.

[@StudentTrader]

Been doing drop in already 6 times out there and feeling insanely confident…..almost to the point where I can play in the nhl

[@kenshiroFNS]

😂

[@Mr_Nibblesworth]

anyone thats willing to fight has a chance

[@beginneradulthockey]

Nice! Like so many of them out there :) Keep fighting the good fight.

[@alexius7394]

thank you so so so much. i just started hockey at the age of 40!

[@beginneradulthockey]

That's so exciting, congrats! How is it going?

[@thelanealan6843]

Thank you so much for these videos!

[@beginneradulthockey]

You’re welcome! Let me know if there is anything specific you’d like to know.

[@DavidThomas005]

0:03 my most clutch goal of my career was scored at that rink :) game winner to upset the Vegas team with 2.8 seconds on the clock (my number is 28)

[@beginneradulthockey]

That's amazing! It is such a great rink. I have never actually played there, but I have been at a tournament there almost every year since it opened (as a spectator). I bet that Vegas team was not happy :)

[@adammckenzie6074]

Bauer 5000 would be "expired" but they are the best old helmet

[@beginneradulthockey]

Good to know, thank you!

[@moabsonic9876]

I found rollerblading translates very well into ice skating besides stops

[@beginneradulthockey]

Stops is the difficult one! It's easy to spot a roller player when they are on ice because of how they stop. But otherwise, you're right, it does translate well.

[@adammckenzie6074]

Helmets are adjustable so 1 can fit u for years

[@beginneradulthockey]

That's true! Even if your head grows :) Helmet technology has come so far - just make sure if you keep it that long, you have padding still inside, that is the important part.