New York State
Amateur Hockey
The American Development Model
ADM
Presented by New York State
Amateur Hockey Association
In
Conjunction With USA HOCKEY
PHILOSOPHY
WHAT IS THE PHILOSOPHY BEHIND THIS
MODEL?
We want to promote recreational, instructional and
competitive hockey.
To Development base skills through high tempo practice.
To encouraged skill development at all age groups,
regardless of ability
Seek to promote an enjoyable recreational and competitive
experience in which players can learn and have fun.
Where We Are Now
Young players under-train and over-compete (too few
practices/too many games)
Adult models superimposed on young athletes (Early
Specialization)
Training in early years focuses on outcomes (winning) rather
than processes (optimal training)
Chronological age dominates training rather than biological age
The “critical” or “sensitive” periods of accelerated adaptation
to training are not utilized (Windows of Trainability).
.
STRUCTURE
PRACTICE
Learning to train
Every age level provides an optimal window for motor
coordination development. During the learn to train phase of
model we stress:
Practice
Fundamental Station Skill Development Drills that
introduce passing, shooting and transition fundamentals
TEMPO,TEMPO ,TEMPO
Small Area Games
allow coaches to utilize skills taught in station based practices
and apply in game situations.
LONG TERM ATHLETE
DEVELOPMENT
The Optimal Window of
Trainability for 8U Mites
is for speed and
flexibility
On-ice focus for Mites is
on Fundamental
Movement Skills and
ABC’s
Off-ice focus is on
coordination, balance,
flexibility and speed
Speed training can be
included on and off the
ice in the form of races
and tag games
ADM BENEFITS
WILL THIS MODEL WORK FOR MY ASSOCIATION?

YES ,this nation wide system will ensure every player
will have the same chance to succeed.
Associations will see an increase in player retention by
using a model designed specifically to help players
reach their full potential.
The American Development Model has been proven
around the world. Through implementing the
guidelines of American Development Model in your
association, you’ll be better able to attract, develop
and retain players.