Max Gratchev MaxPro Skills Extended! by coachigor posted 05/21/2013
Max Gratchev Skills Extended
Due to high interest we are proud to announce we will have Sunday skills continue all the way through August 18th, the dates and times will be:
- Sunday, July 7th
- Sunday, July 14th
- Sunday, July 21st
- Sunday, July 28th
- Sunday, August 4th
- Sunday, August 11th
- Sunday, August 18th
Cost: $355
(For All 7 Sessions)
20% Boston Stars Member Discount
8:00 am - 10:00 am
Group #2
(2002, 2001, 2000, 1999, 1998, 1997, 1996, 1995)
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
| | | Goalie Skills Sessions Extended by coachigor posted 05/06/2013 Goalie Skills Sessions Extended
Boston Stars and MaxPro Skills are proud to announce that the Goalie Skill Sessions with Kiryl Rybalkin will be extended through August 18th. The dates will be:
- Sunday, July 7th
- Sunday, July 14th
- Sunday, July 21st
- Sunday, July 28th
- Sunday, August 4th
- Sunday, August 11th
- Sunday, August 18th
Cost: $285
(For All 7 Sessions)
20% Boston Stars Member Discount
| | | posted 05/03/2013
Future Stars Summer Hockey Camp
Presented By Igor Gratchev
And Max Gratchev
“Developing The Stars Of The Future”
One of the most well known, elite skills, and skating coaches in North America and Russia has brought in the most powerful coaching staff New England has ever seen to develop the stars of the future. Future Stars Summer Camp will show players the whole package that the NCAA, KHL, AHL, NHL look for. Don’t miss the opportunity to be taught by Igor and his professional coaching staff brought in from all over North America.
What A Day At Future Stars Camp Will Look Like
Week #1
August 19th Through August 23rd
Rink #2
Group #1
1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm (off-ice)
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm (on-ice)
9:15 pm (pick-up)
Group #2
2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
6:00 pm -7:30 pm (on-ice)
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm (off-ice)
9:15 pm (pick-up)
Week #2
August 26th Through August 30th
Rink #1
Group #1
1998, 1999, 2000,
9:00 am – 10:30 am (off-ice)
11:00 am – 12:30 pm (on-ice)
1:00 pm (pick-up)
Group #2
2001, 2002, 2003
9:00 am – 10:30 am (on-ice)
11:00 am – 12:30 pm (off-ice)
1:00 pm (pick-up)
Rink #2
Group #3
2004, 2005, 2006
9:00 am – 10:30 am (on-ice)
11:00 am – 12:30 pm (off-ice)
1:00 pm (pick-up)
Introducing:
Terry O’Reilly Day’s (Tuesday, Friday)
- How To Properly Give Body Checks
- How To Win Puck Battles
- How To Properly Receive Body Checks
Jarmoir Jagr Day’s (Monday, Wednesday)
- Focus On Stickhandling And Shooting
- Maneuvering In Tight Areas
- Russian Stickhandling Training
Pavel “Russian Rocket” Bure Day’s (Thursday)
- Speed Training
- Acceleration And Edge Training
- Breakaway And Over Speed Training
Future Stars Summer Camp Highlights
- Detailed Scouting Report at the end of the 2 week camp outlining each player’s improvements
- One on One focus on each player
- Specific training day’s for checking, stickhandling, and speed as you’ve never seen before
- 15 hours of elite targeted training from world class professional coaching staff
- 15 hours of hockey specific off-ice training and nutrition tips
Pricing
$355 per week
20% Boston Stars Discount
For More Information
Please Contact
Max Gratchev
617-501-8870
| | | Future Stars Goaltending Summer Camp posted 05/02/2013 Future Stars Goaltending Summer Camp
The Boston Future Stars Goalie Summer Camp is inviting all goaltenders to come participate in an elite training camp to get into the best shape possible and to receive high level, NHL style training before the first puck drop. The summer camp is a very important aspect of preseason training because the goalies will be receiving intensive training just before the season gets under way. It is very important for a goaltender to be going into the season prepared physically and mentally.
What A Day At Future Stars Goaltending Camp Will Look Like
Week #1
August 19th Through August 23rd
Rink #2
Group #1
1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm (off-ice)
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm (on-ice)
9:15 pm (pick-up)
Group #2
2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
6:00 pm -7:30 pm (on-ice)
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm (off-ice)
9:15 pm (pick-up)
Week #2
August 26th Through August 30th
Rink #1
Group #1
1998, 1999, 2000,
9:00 am – 10:30 am (off-ice)
11:00 am – 12:30 pm (on-ice)
1:00 pm (pick-up)
Group #2
2001, 2002, 2003
9:00 am – 10:30 am (on-ice)
11:00 am – 12:30 pm (off-ice)
1:00 pm (pick-up)
Rink #2
Group #3
2004, 2005, 2006
9:00 am – 10:30 am (on-ice)
11:00 am – 12:30 pm (off-ice)
1:00 pm (pick-up)
Jonathan Quick Day’s (Monday, Thursday)
Tuukka Rask Day's (Wednesday)
- Positioning
- Movement In The Crease
- Puck Handling
Henrik Lundqvist Day's (Tuesday, Friday)
- Rebound Control
- Vision
- Reflexes
Each goalie will be recorded on video and receive state of the art video training. We will do a video session at the beginning of the camp and another one at the end. This will help the goalie see his progress through out the camp and help him realize what he needs to improve technically
Please Download Application Here
Pricing
$275 per week
20% Boston Stars Discount
For More Information
Please Contact
Kiryl Rybalkin
978-408-1232
| | | Boston Stars Spring/Summer Off Ice Training posted 04/29/2013 Off Ice Training Sessions
Off Ice training and Nutrition training will begin this Wednesday at 5:00 pm and run every Wednesday until further notice
All Players will meet at Somerville Veterans Memorial Rink and will participate in a one hour off ice session and 15 minute nutrition seminar
*Goalies Are Welcome*
What You Will Need:
Running Shoes
Water Bottle
Sweat Towel
Contact:
Max Gratchev
617-501-8870
Kiryl Rybalkin
978-408-1232
kirylrybalkin@hotmail.com
Cost: $10 Per Session
| | | Boston Stars Announce Head Of Goaltending Development posted 04/28/2013 Boston Stars Announce The Head Of
Goaltending Development
The Boston Stars Organization is proud to present Kiryl Rybalkin as the head of Goaltending Development and Assistant Coach of Boston Stars 2002 Elite.
With the help of Igor Gratchev, Kiryl Rybalkin has been competing at a professional level around the world. “ I am ready to do everything in my power to help my fellow goaltenders achieve their dream of playing at a professional level or getting that D1 scholarship.
During his career, Kiryl Rybalkin had the opportunity to train with some of the best in the world. Roberto Luongo (Starting Goalie, Vancouver Canucks, NHL) , Ilia Ejov (Starting Goalie, CKA St-Petersburg, KHL) and many more.
“Patience, Focus, Stamina, Reflexes, Flexibility, Power, Positioning and Commitment are the keys to becoming an elite goaltender. I am happy to continue my career as a goalie coach because I live and breathe hockey. Nothing would make me happier to provide and develop the goalie stars of tomorrow.”
Welcome To The Boston Stars Kiryl!
| | | Boston Stars Announce Formation of U-16 Tier 1 Hockey Team by
posted 03/26/2013 Boston Stars Announce Formation of U-16 Tier 1 Hockey Team
Tryouts April 21st and 23rd from 6:00 to 8:00 PM
The Boston Stars are proud to announce the formation of an Under-16 team that will play an independent 35 game full season schedule against Tier 1 opponents this fall (2013-2014). The team will be coached by former Hobey Baker Award winner, and former NHL player, Jim Vesey, Sr. The team will formally enter one of the premier Midget Leagues in the following season (2014-2015).
The U-16 Stars provides a national opportunity for young players to play hockey at one of the highest Junior and 16U Midget Levels. The Stars organization is committed to the fundamentals of USA Hockey’s American Development Model and its Long Term Athlete Development initiatives.
The Stars U-16 team will hold their tryouts on April 21st & 23rd 2013, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Veterans Memorial Rink in Somerville, MA. All prospective players seeking information regarding the team, tryouts, schedules, etc., should visit www.bostonstarshockey.com for more details or contact General Manager Biff Shea at
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For full press release and information on elite coaching staff click here
| | | Boston Stars Excel in MSYHL Playoffs! by
posted 03/10/2013 Congratulations to the 2003 Red, 2000 Red & 1999 Red Teams for winning the Massachusetts Selects Youth Hockey League Atlantic Division Championships!
The 2003 Red Team had the upset of the day by beating the New England Stars 3-2. The New England Stars came into the championship game with an impressive 23-1-1 record. Our Boston Stars were not intimidated. From the opening face-off, until the final buzzer, our kids displayed the skill, grace, and grit that have become common traits for all of our teams through the teachings of Igor Hockey.
The 2000 Red Team continued there season long domination of the MSYHL Atlantic Division, beating the 2000 White Team, 5-1. Fans consistently remarked at the high level of skill, technique, and execution that our team showed as they outscored their playoff opponents by a combined score of 11-2 to win the Championship.
The 1999 Red Team faced-off against their season-long rival, the New England Predators. These two teams played some of the most competitive hockey during the regular season. Nobody expected anything less than an intense back and forth match. In the end, the trademark skating style and hockey skills of the Boston Stars paid off as they defeated the Predators, 7-6.
Both the 2000 White and 1999 White Teams finished their successful seasons by winning Silver Medals.
Congratulations to all Boston Stars Teams for the highly competitive level of play and exemplary level of positive sportsmanship they displayed.
Go Stars!!!!!
| | | Max Gratchev - Fundamentals of Mastering Skills posted 10/23/2012 THE FUNDAMENTALS OF MASTERING SKILLS
Written by:
Max Gratchev
South Shore Kings
Catholic Memorial
Thayer Academy
Russian Junior National Team U16, U17 & U18
Major Junior Hockey League (Rimouski and Quebec)
New York Islander Draft Pick # 106 overall
KHL, AHL & NHL
Every Youth player has goals. Whether it is to develop as a player, earn a scholarship, or play in the NHL.
The biggest question is how?
*HOW CAN A PLAYER MAXIMIZE HIS DEVELOPMENT*
We all know through out any career you can learn new things every day whether your 10 or 50 but realistically the window for a youth player to develop is between 7-17 years old. between these ages a player can maximize his potential and develop all the skills necessary to get that full scholarship or catch the eye of scouts.
To maximize the development of skills a child needs proper instruction. A child needs repetition and proper knowledge of how and when to use these skills. To actually fully understand and be able to utilize the skills that are taught a child needs to develop skill mastery. To achieve skill mastery players need repetition and to develop the skill being taught from all aspects.
"Repetition is the father of learning"
*THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TEAM GAMES AND SKILLS PRACTICES*
The difference between team games and skill practices is that players do one drill 2 to 3 times and move on to the next and practices are focused on the team as a whole not to develop each individuals skills. That teaching of hockey for youth players has been dying and has not provided results because players are not taught to MASTER SKILLS used in every shift of every game. The 80 game model professionals use today is not beneficial for youth players looking to maximize potential. High School and Junior coaches are interested in building a resume and winning games. Which essentially makes players hesitant to make mistakes and try to develop there skills. Practices each week become only focused on beating your next opponent. The BOSTON STARS AND IGOR GRATCHEV have taken a whole new approach in developing there players. Players use the games as tests each week to learn the skills they have been provided with during the skill sessions. The focus on individual passing, puck handling, and skating become effective in the games because players are now easily able to pass to each other and skate to open ice and all of a sudden these individual skills benefit your line mates, team, and coaches. The alumni and results are the proof.
Within one 60 minute game a player touches the puck on average of about 1 minute and 30 seconds. In a skill session that last 1 hour and 30 minutes a player will have the puck on his stick for about 1 hour and 15 minutes executing, passing, stick handling, and skating with the puck. If you break this information down 11 sessions at GRATCHEV MASTER CLASS is equal to 4 SEASONS of youth games.
When these skills are taught correctly and shown how they should be executed properly and players repeat these skills over and over when it comes time for a game, which is essentially a test to demonstrate and also to track the players development, it will be natural to them and will be fluid and impressive because the elements were MASTERED through repetition and puck touches.
*BENEFITS OF SMALL SURFACE ICE TRAINING*
The game of hockey is played in 3 zones. Offensive zone, Neutral zone, Defensive zone. Within these 3 zones gameplay becomes minimized even more and essentially puck handling, skating, and passing have to be utilized in a tight and congested area of the ice. Small surface ice training allows a player to develop skill and hockey sense without having too much space or time for maneuvering. This training is crucial for a youth player to develop, maneuverability, quickness, and skillful play in traffic.
Taken from A University of Minnesota study on Youth hockey players development:
• Skill execution and knowing when and how to execute the required skill is the limiting factor in sport performance. Coaches need to understand that athletes make many of their decisions based on their own skill constraints.( If youth coaches spend more time on cognitive skill development the players will beable to perform at higher levels)
*WHAT WILL BE TAUGHT*
* Strides and Edge Control
* Puck Control
*Crossovers / Stopping and Turns
* Speed Training
* Passing
* Skill Mastery
* Start Quickness
* Hockey Sense
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