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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]As far as I can tell, good player development looks like the Annapolis Hawks.  It seems to me from observation that they develop their kids, but I do not have a kid in their program.  
Good vs Bad. 
Is there a practice plan? Good.  Do they run three drills for half an hour each?  Bad. 
Do they have various parts of practice, stickwork, dodging, two-man games, odd man situations, riding and clearing? Good
Is there actual coaching going on?  "Hey good job on this, do this to get better" Good
Are there lots of kids standing around for extended periods, while one coach goes over "The Offense" with the same six players?  Bad. 
Are lots of kids standing around shooting underhanded or sidearm crease cranks.  Bad
Are lots of kids keeping their elbows close to their bodies, using the stick like a lever, with a push pull motion? Bad
Are lots of kids throwing using the stick as an extension of their arm and keeping their elbows away from their body, maybe even their top hand above their visor?  Good 
Is there good energy, and among the most important things, are most of the kids engaged and do they appear to be having fun?  Very important.  
Do the coaches emphasize character and teamwork, who is picking up the balls, who is moving the nets, how many kids touch the ball each possession.

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You appear knowledgeable and without a  specific grudge.  Wonderful post and informative. Only thing I would point out is that you are describing “coaching” and it is hard to find clubs that foster good coaching and player development across the board.  Not to say it doesn’t happen but it is not the primary focus of clubs.

Go find your son/daughter a coach that fits the model described above!  That is the key for development, enjoyment, and long term success.[/quote]

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