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Why Elite Stickhandling Is the Gateway Skill Every Hockey Player Needs
Why “Hands” Trump Just About Everything Else Hockey’s highlight reels may celebrate blistering slapshots and acrobatic saves, but the...
May 4, 2025


2025 Cutting Edge King Cobras Program Overview
The Cutting Edge King Cobras are proud to offer a structured, competitive, and development-focused program for players at every age...
Apr 11, 2025


From New Jersey Rinks to the NHL: The Journey of Damien Carfagna
Cutting Edge alumnus Damien Carfagna has taken a significant step in his hockey career by signing a two-year entry-level contract with...
Apr 2, 2025


The Complete Guide to Private Hockey Training: Accelerating Youth Development On and Off the Ice
In today's hyper-competitive youth hockey landscape, the difference between good and great often comes down to development opportunities...
Apr 1, 2025


Injury Prevention Tips for Youth Hockey Players
Youth hockey is a high-speed, physical sport, and while injuries can happen, the right precautions go a long way in keeping players safe....
Mar 27, 2025


How to Choose the Right Hockey Skates for Youth Players
Choosing the correct hockey skates for youth players is vital for their safety, comfort, and development. Youth-specific skates provide...
Mar 26, 2025


How Strength Training Transforms a Hockey Player’s Game
In hockey, talent and skill often steal the spotlight, but strength training is the unsung hero behind every great play. Whether you're a...
Mar 20, 2025


The Science Behind a Harder Hockey Shot: Mechanics, Strength Training, and Technique
A powerful hockey shot can separate good players from great ones. But developing that elite-level shot takes more than just raw...
Mar 20, 2025
Cutting Edge King Cobras Mites Hockey: A Season of Growth and Success
As head coach of the Cutting Edge King Cobras Mites Hockey program, I am incredibly proud of what our young players accomplished during...
Mar 17, 2025


Biggest Mistakes Hockey Players Make in Training
To reach peak performance, hockey players must train efficiently. Avoid these common mistakes to maximize your training results: On-Ice...
Mar 12, 2025


Balancing School, Hockey, and Personal Life for Youth Players and Parents
Youth hockey players juggle a full schedule of classes, homework, practices, and games—not to mention family and friends. It’s no...
Mar 12, 2025


Nutrition for Hockey Tryouts: How to Fuel Young Athletes for Success
Proper nutrition and hydration significantly impact performance, particularly during critical events like hockey tryouts. Youth hockey...
Mar 6, 2025


Jack Hughes: Friend to Cutting Edge
NJ Devils superstar Jack Hughes made a special appearance here at Cutting Edge to shoot a quick promo video for the 4 Nations Face Off...
Feb 26, 2025


Understanding Zone Entries: Teaching Strategic Offensive Play
Successfully entering the offensive zone is a fundamental skill that can make or break a team's scoring opportunities. Teaching young...
Feb 13, 2025


Understanding and Developing Hockey Sense: How to Help Young Players Read the Game Better
Hockey sense – that seemingly magical ability to read the game, anticipate plays, and make smart decisions – is often considered an...
Feb 11, 2025


The Benefits of 3-on-3 Hockey for Youth Players
Youth hockey is all about development, and one of the most effective ways to enhance skills and game awareness is through 3-on-3 hockey....
Feb 3, 2025


How Youth Hockey Players Can Prepare for Tryouts
Hockey tryouts can be an exciting yet nerve-wracking experience for young athletes. It’s the opportunity to showcase skills, work ethic,...
Jan 22, 2025


Key Skills for Offensive Defensemen
Ice hockey is a game of speed, skill, and strategy, and no position highlights these traits quite like an offensive defenseman. While...
Jan 16, 2025


The Benefits of 3-on-3 Hockey for Youth Players
Youth hockey is all about development, and one of the most effective ways to enhance skills and game awareness is through 3-on-3 hockey....
Jan 10, 2025


The Power of Sleep: Why Every Young Athlete Needs Quality Rest
For young athletes, success on the field, court, or track isn’t just about talent and hard work—it’s also about recovery. Sleep is one of...
Jan 6, 2025


Building a Winning Team: The Importance of Communication and Trust on the Ice for Youth Hockey Players
In youth hockey, the success of a team goes far beyond the skill of individual players. While skating, shooting, and puck-handling...
Dec 11, 2024


🎉 Join Us for the 2025 MLK Weekend Mite Tournament! 🏒
Get ready for an exciting weekend of hockey fun and friendly competition at the Cutting Edge Ice Academy ! 🗓 Tournament Dates:January...
Dec 2, 2024


🎉 Join Us for the 2025 MLK Weekend Mite Tournament! 🏒
Get ready for an exciting weekend of hockey fun and friendly competition at the Cutting Edge Ice Academy ! 🗓 Tournament Dates:January...
Nov 22, 2024


🏒 Ice Hockey Mini Camps – Elevate Your Game! ❄️
Gear up for an action-packed week of skill development! Join us from November 29 to December 1 for specialized training sessions...
Nov 22, 2024
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