Welcome back to another blog of Biscuits and Breezers as well as to the turning of a new leaf for this site. As I said before in my previous introduction article, starting now, things will be different on this page. I will let my own opinion show through in a more common occurrence and this is due to my opinion that my own voice was lost quite a bit. So, without any further ado, enjoy the first article in the new epoch.
It is a constant question by coaches around the world as to what would make their team reach the peak level as well as what would push their team to be virtually unstoppable. Well, from my experience in the hockey realm, it is in my opinion that every team looking for glory should be based on a four level pyramid scale. In these levels you have the base, the first tier, the secondary tier, and then at the pinnacle you have your crucial point. Below, I will break each level down.
1. Base - Robust Defenseman
When you begin to build your perfected team based upon the pyramid scale, as in life, you must start from the ground up. This bottom level must be constructed around defenseman that are intense, vigorous skaters that have no qualms about working the rough side of the game in order to protect their team mates. If you manage to find the right players, these skaters will push themselves past their limits in order to ensure the success of the body. These guys will constantly be on the look out for threats to their brothers, they will put in the elbow grease around the ice, and they will stand their ground just as a bull does. They might have the lowest scoring stats on the team but their perseverance and stubborn determination sets them apart from every other number out there. It is important to remember that these guys are your building blocks, and by bad chance that the top three tiers might fall, these will be your champions left standing. With beads of sweat rolling down their faces, they should skate back to the bench asking what they need to next until the very last second of the game.
2. First Tier - Agile Wingers
After you have set your building block defenseman into place, you can now move forward with your second tier. Now much like the base, the skaters that make up your second tier must have the same protective mindset. They must be willing to sacrifice top level statistics in exchange for a collective team growth and acceleration. These skaters must protect the puck and your star players at all costs as a second line of defense. In order for these players to be put into this category, they must be quick, they must be able to think on their feet, but more importantly they need to have a reliable back bone. In my opinion, these guys have to be able to switch from full steam to regular speed within seconds for the reason that they must support the game instead of make it. Without these players, your base will be your singular defensive line and they will have to take on the position of reducing the target size of the star players as well supporting the pinnacle of the pyramid.
3. Secondary Tier - Intellectual Star Players
As we all know, every team must have at least one player that can go top shelf where mama hides the cookies consistently, and the reason that they are right underneath the pinnacle and this far up on the pyramid would be the fact that they are roughly 40% the reason that teams move forward. Their main responsibility is to introduce the puck to the net and to keep that point counter climbing. Now most star players do have a bit of an inflated ego, which is naturally bound to come with the territory, but if you can find one that can snake through opposing skaters, maintain a cool composure, and focus on what his job is, you've virtually struck a gold mine. These guys not only have to have the scoring touch but they have to perform intelligently, with fluidity, with the ability to change paths on the turn of a dime, and the ability to remain sturdy and unshaken. These are the guys who you want to be the leaders as well as the ones that set a very powerful example in situations that take place off the ice.
4. Pinnacle - Colossal Goaltenders
Finally at the top of our pyramid, we have the goaltenders. Now, I have placed these guys at the top because we all know, a good goaltender can absolutely raise a team to astonishing heights but if you get a bad egg, well, all I can say is be prepared to get comfortable at the bottom of the standings if you can't get the rest of the team to compensate. Speaking in colossus terms, yes this can mean incredible height and power but it also can apply to a skater who possesses a huge heart with relentless determination, dedication, and perseverance. Whenever I decide to put the scout's cap on and look around for netminders, the ones that get chosen the most often would be the ones that not only know their strengths and weaknesses but are always looking for ways to improve some aspect of their game. The goaltenders that respect their team's limits and are always on double guard will suit an organization much better than a goaltender who goes onto the ice thinking that there are no players out there that can match him because, usually, there are in ten fold (in my opinion). Once again, I have placed goaltenders at the top of our period for the main fact that if you pick the right one, they will raise the team's weight up until their legs crumble beneath them.
It is a constant question by coaches around the world as to what would make their team reach the peak level as well as what would push their team to be virtually unstoppable. Well, from my experience in the hockey realm, it is in my opinion that every team looking for glory should be based on a four level pyramid scale. In these levels you have the base, the first tier, the secondary tier, and then at the pinnacle you have your crucial point. Below, I will break each level down.
1. Base - Robust Defenseman
When you begin to build your perfected team based upon the pyramid scale, as in life, you must start from the ground up. This bottom level must be constructed around defenseman that are intense, vigorous skaters that have no qualms about working the rough side of the game in order to protect their team mates. If you manage to find the right players, these skaters will push themselves past their limits in order to ensure the success of the body. These guys will constantly be on the look out for threats to their brothers, they will put in the elbow grease around the ice, and they will stand their ground just as a bull does. They might have the lowest scoring stats on the team but their perseverance and stubborn determination sets them apart from every other number out there. It is important to remember that these guys are your building blocks, and by bad chance that the top three tiers might fall, these will be your champions left standing. With beads of sweat rolling down their faces, they should skate back to the bench asking what they need to next until the very last second of the game.
2. First Tier - Agile Wingers
After you have set your building block defenseman into place, you can now move forward with your second tier. Now much like the base, the skaters that make up your second tier must have the same protective mindset. They must be willing to sacrifice top level statistics in exchange for a collective team growth and acceleration. These skaters must protect the puck and your star players at all costs as a second line of defense. In order for these players to be put into this category, they must be quick, they must be able to think on their feet, but more importantly they need to have a reliable back bone. In my opinion, these guys have to be able to switch from full steam to regular speed within seconds for the reason that they must support the game instead of make it. Without these players, your base will be your singular defensive line and they will have to take on the position of reducing the target size of the star players as well supporting the pinnacle of the pyramid.
3. Secondary Tier - Intellectual Star Players
As we all know, every team must have at least one player that can go top shelf where mama hides the cookies consistently, and the reason that they are right underneath the pinnacle and this far up on the pyramid would be the fact that they are roughly 40% the reason that teams move forward. Their main responsibility is to introduce the puck to the net and to keep that point counter climbing. Now most star players do have a bit of an inflated ego, which is naturally bound to come with the territory, but if you can find one that can snake through opposing skaters, maintain a cool composure, and focus on what his job is, you've virtually struck a gold mine. These guys not only have to have the scoring touch but they have to perform intelligently, with fluidity, with the ability to change paths on the turn of a dime, and the ability to remain sturdy and unshaken. These are the guys who you want to be the leaders as well as the ones that set a very powerful example in situations that take place off the ice.
4. Pinnacle - Colossal Goaltenders
Finally at the top of our pyramid, we have the goaltenders. Now, I have placed these guys at the top because we all know, a good goaltender can absolutely raise a team to astonishing heights but if you get a bad egg, well, all I can say is be prepared to get comfortable at the bottom of the standings if you can't get the rest of the team to compensate. Speaking in colossus terms, yes this can mean incredible height and power but it also can apply to a skater who possesses a huge heart with relentless determination, dedication, and perseverance. Whenever I decide to put the scout's cap on and look around for netminders, the ones that get chosen the most often would be the ones that not only know their strengths and weaknesses but are always looking for ways to improve some aspect of their game. The goaltenders that respect their team's limits and are always on double guard will suit an organization much better than a goaltender who goes onto the ice thinking that there are no players out there that can match him because, usually, there are in ten fold (in my opinion). Once again, I have placed goaltenders at the top of our period for the main fact that if you pick the right one, they will raise the team's weight up until their legs crumble beneath them.
Remember, Stay Classy Hockey Family!
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