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      <title><![CDATA[Tecumseh Arena – 4 Week Dominant Defence Camp!]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2012 11:33:03 -0400</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Powertech&rsquo;s Dominant Defence Camp is back! This 4 week camp will get the defence up and running for the upcoming season! Guest appearance from NHL defencemen Mike Webber.<br /><br />Skating portion: (1st hour of each session)<br />&bull; Quick starts &ndash; D will work on proper techniques at achieving maximum backward speed in least amount of time and space.<br />&bull; Crossovers &ndash; D will work on backward crossovers in all areas of the ice for ideal lateral movement.<br />&bull; Pivots &ndash; D will work on pivoting with and without the puck while facing up ice.<br /><br />Skills/Defence portion: (2nd hour of each session)<br />&bull; Passing &ndash; D will work on how to pass the puck while having the quickest release.<br />&bull; Partners &ndash; D will work on how to use each other in all areas of the ice; d zone, neutral zone, offensive zone.<br />&bull; Active stick control &ndash; D will learn how to use their sticks; 1 on 1 control, having sticks in proper shooting and passing lanes.<br />&bull; Net play &ndash; D will learn how to use the net to their advantage; wheel, quick ups, reverses, d to d.<br /><br />This camp is 4 weeks (16 hours). Only excepting first 22 defencemen!<br /><br />Ages: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003<br />July 3rd, 5th, 10th, 12th, 17th, 19th, 24th, 26th<br />9am-11am<br />Cost: $480.00<br /><br /><br />&nbsp;]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Powertech’s Spring Development Program – Tecumseh Arena]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Mar 2012 16:32:46 -0400</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Powertech is offering a complete program covering all the fundamentals of becoming a better hockey player!<br />&bull; Skating &ndash; Players will work on a variety of skating techniques focusing on agility, balance, quick starts, backwards and edge work!<br />&bull; Stickhandling &ndash; Players will work on different types of puck movements. Separation speed, puck control, fast hands in tight areas, and protecting the puck from opponents!<br />&bull; Small Area Battle/Games &ndash; Players will use their skills learned throughout the program and apply them in the small area games!<br />&bull; Shooting &ndash; Players will work on all types of shooting. Wrist shot, snap shot, backhand, shooting while in motion, and quick release!<br />&bull; Overspeed &ndash; players will be pushed to the limit with their feet in constant motion, both forwards and backwards forcing them outside their comfort levels making them faster on their feet!<br />&bull; Game Day Awareness &ndash; Players will learn how to be aware of handling 1 on 1&rsquo;s. Both as a forward and as a defencemen, using active sticks, body position, and speed control!<br />&nbsp;<br />&ldquo;BECOME A COMPLETE PLAYER!&rdquo; &ndash; 7 Week Program! Please register online to confirm your spot or by phone at 519-948-0050 as we are only accepting the first 25 skaters.<br /><br />May 19, May 26, June 2, June 9, June 16<br />June 23 and June 30. (All Are Saturdays)<br /><br />Novice:(04&rsquo;s-05&rsquo;s): &nbsp; 10am-11am<br />Atom:(02&rsquo;s-03&rsquo;s): &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; 11 am- 12:30pm<br />Pewee:(00&rsquo;s-01&rsquo;s): &nbsp; 12:30pm-2pm<br />Bantam:(98&rsquo;s-99&rsquo;s):&nbsp; 2pm- 3:30pm &nbsp;(except June 9th )<br />&nbsp;<br /><strong>Fee:</strong> Novice: 7hrs - 210$<br />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Atom/Pewee: 10.5hrs - 315$<br />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bantam : 9hrs - 270$ ]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Optimal Performance]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2012 19:14:23 -0500</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Becoming a great hockey player requires a considerable amount of:<br /><ul>	<li>		strength</li>	<li>		speed</li>	<li>		coordination</li>	<li>		flexibility</li></ul>When injuries occur they not only prevent <strong><em>optimal performance</em></strong>, but they often hinder the athlete&rsquo;s ability to compete and train altogether.&nbsp; Certain injuries can be slow to respond to traditional types of treatment and/or may be a frequent occurrence, often resulting in months of frustration.&nbsp; You may be wondering :<br /><ul>	<li>		&ldquo;what can I do to prevent this from happening?&rdquo;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>	<li>		Or you may be at the point of injury already and wondering &ldquo;how do I fix this problem?&rdquo;</li></ul>Traditional approaches include medication, rest, ice, ultrasound, stretching, exercise and sometimes even surgery.&nbsp; In many cases these treatments require a significant amount of time to see big improvements.&nbsp; This poses a problem as athletes often need to get back to training and competition as soon as possible.&nbsp;<br />&nbsp;<br />The main reason these treatments can be ineffective is that they do not address the underlying <strong><em>scar tissue adhesions</em></strong> that develop within the muscles and surrounding tissues.&nbsp; This can result in decreased range of motion and strength, pain, reduced coordination, numbness and tingling; decreasing optimal performance.<br />&nbsp;<br />Exercise and stretches are often required for full recovery, if these adhesions are not addressed the recovery period is much longer and less effective.<br />&nbsp;<br /><strong><em>ART </em></strong>stands for <strong><em>Active Release Techniques</em></strong> and is a highly successful hands-on treatment to address these adhesions.&nbsp; It involves shortening and lengthening of the muscles with a specific pressure.&nbsp; It is widely used to treat players in the NHL to lead to speedy recoveries.&nbsp;<br />&nbsp;<br />If you don&rsquo;t suffer from an injury then you should definitely consider prevention.&nbsp; In addition to treating muscles of the body, <u>joint function is also imperative</u>.&nbsp; Misalignment or distortion of the spine, hips and related tissues can irritate, stretch, impinge and interfere with proper function of the nervous system, which controls the function of the body; also affecting <strong><em>optimal performance</em></strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp; To alleviate this &ldquo;misalignment&rdquo; a precise, corrective procedure called a spinal adjustment can be performed to restore a state of balance.&nbsp;<br />&nbsp;<br />To have an assessment done on a specific injury, or just to get a check-up on your overall postural and functional health call 519 969 1119 and book an appointment with Dr. Rena Citron, chiropractor<br />Mention that you are a Powertech member and receive a<em><u> free tube of Biofreeze</u></em>.<br />&nbsp;<br />Dr. Citron is located at 2475 McDougall (within the Jackson Park Health Centre) in Windsor.&nbsp; If you have any questions she can also be contacted at <em>renacitron@hotmail.com</em>.]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Andy- Back from Russia ]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2011 13:14:30 -0400</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Hey gang,<br /><br />The Igor Larionov Road to Success Development Camp was a great experience. I am truely greatful for this experience and would like to thank Igor and his wife Alayna for hosting me. Along with Igor and Alayna, I would like to thank my Interpreter Kiril, Victor, Evgeny, Dimitry, Phillip and Mike for all of their help on the ice and providing a good time off the ice.<br /><br />I will be providing pictrues and some video later this week...<br /><br />Andy]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Overspeed Hockey Training, What is it? ]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2011 15:36:56 -0400</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[&nbsp;<strong><u>OVERSPEED</u></strong><br />&nbsp;<br /><u>What is Overspeed?</u><br />&nbsp;<br />Overspeed is when an athlete moves his or her body or parts at higher than normal competitive speeds. An Overspeed workout requires players to skate at speeds&nbsp; 8-13 percent faster than they are capable of.&nbsp;&nbsp; Overspeed is an on ice training method which is designed to keep athletes feet in constant motion at a 100% work load on their legs, using crossovers, pivots, and half pivots.&nbsp;&nbsp; This consists of both forward and backward skating.<br />&nbsp;<br /><u>Why Overspeed?</u><br />&nbsp;<br />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Overspeed forces dedicated athletes to be pushed outside their comfort level by repetitive crossovers to attain maximum speed and co-ordination resulting in peak performance!<br />&nbsp;Overspeed is not for everyone.&nbsp; It is very challenging as your legs take a heavy work load in a very short amount of time. This type of training is for dedicated hockey players only! Videos and overspeed training camps are soon to follow!!!<br />&nbsp;<br /><strong>&ldquo;Ready to accept the challenge?&rdquo;</strong><br />&nbsp;<br />]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[PowerTech Students Get Drafted and Sign ]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2011 14:38:21 -0400</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[PowerTech Staff would like to give say congratulations to&nbsp;three PowerTech members who have recently made great achievements at the Pro Level.<br /><br />Matt Puempel was born an raised in Essex Ontario and plays for the Peterburough Petes. He was recently drafted 24th overall by the Ottawa Senators.&nbsp; Congrats Matt for all of your hard work and dedication.<br /><br />Austen Brassard is a Windsor native and plays for the Belleville Bulls in the Ontario Hockey League. He was recently drafted 149th overall by the Winnipeg Jets. Congrats Austen.&nbsp;<br /><br />Finally, we would like to say congratulations to Kingsville native Dalton&nbsp;Prout for his recent entry level signing with the Columbus Blue Jackets... &nbsp;]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[PowerTech Student Inspires All- TJ\'s Story, An Inspiration]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 25 Jun 2011 11:08:51 -0400</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Recently, PowerTech student T.J. King had an inspirational story placed in the Windsor Star. The story involves his constant battle with weight loss and the journey he took to overcome his struggles. We are so proud of TJ. He could have gave up and settled for&nbsp; just an being average 12 year old kid. TJ&#39;s heart is unbelievable and we all should take a lesson out of his book and strive to always be better and always push it to the limit no matter how many people tell you that you can&#39;t do it....<br /><br />Here is the link to the article in the Windsor Star:<br /><br /><a href=\"http://www.windsorstar.com/health/With+gallery+Shedding+bonds+childhood+obesity/5004684/story.html\">http://www.windsorstar.com/health/With+gallery+Shedding+bonds+childhood+obesity/5004684/story.html</a><br /><br /><a href=\"http://www.windsorstar.com/health/Gallery+sees+light+when+from+hockey+team/5002909/story.html\">http://www.windsorstar.com/health/Gallery+sees+light+when+from+hockey+team/5002909/story.html</a>]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[PowerTech Summer Development Camps]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2011 17:50:49 -0400</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[&nbsp;This 4 day camp in August will work on all the skills you need to bring you to the top of your game before the season starts! Players will be on the ice for an intense 3hrs per day for 4 days.<br />&nbsp;<br /><strong><u>The 1<sup>st</sup> hour each day we will be focusing on skating:</u></strong><br /><ul>	<li>		Monday- quickness/pivots</li>	<li>		Tuesday- edges/balance</li>	<li>		Wednesday- power/speed</li>	<li>		Thursday- agility/ reaction</li></ul><strong><u>The 2<sup>nd</sup> hour each day we will be focusing on stick handling:</u></strong><br /><ul>	<li>		Monday- fast hands/agility</li>	<li>		Tuesday- separation speed/control</li>	<li>		Wednesday- puck protection/power moves</li>	<li>		Thursday- tight area stick&nbsp; handling/explosiveness</li></ul><strong><u>The 3<sup>rd</sup> hour each day we will be focusing on tight area games and competitive battles in game like situations.</u></strong><br /><ul>	<li>		1 on 1&rsquo;s</li>	<li>		2 on 2&rsquo;s</li>	<li>		3 on 3&rsquo;s</li></ul>Scrimmage/battle drills/wall play<br />&nbsp;<br /><strong><u>Times/dates:</u></strong><br />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <u>Aug 8<sup>th</sup> -11<sup>th</sup></u>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Aug 15<sup>th</sup> -18<sup>th</sup></u><br /><strong>03 and under</strong> &nbsp;9am-12pm&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>00&rsquo;s/99&rsquo;s</strong> &nbsp;9am-12pm<br /><strong>01&rsquo;s/02&rsquo;s</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1pm-4pm&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>98&rsquo;s/97&rsquo;s&nbsp;&nbsp; </strong>1pm-4pm<br /><br />Please go to <a href=\"http://www.powertechhockey.ca/\">www.powertechhockey.ca</a> to register<br />&nbsp;<br />&nbsp;Andy Paquette, Mark Cadotte &amp; Danny Anger<br />&nbsp;<br />PowerTech Hockey Group<br />]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Andy In Russia ]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2011 17:31:30 -0400</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Powertech Members,<br /><br />Mark and I are excited and proud to spread the news that our owner Andy Paquette will be travelling to Russia for two weeks to run The Igor Larionov Road To Success Development Camp in Moscow Russia. This Camp is an invitational camp that will include the Top Russian players born in the 97-95 age groups as well as invited junior and proffessional players.<br /><br />Here is a couple of quotes from Andy:<br /><br />&quot;I had a goal that one day I would teach in Russia, I just didn&#39;t think someone like Igor Larionov would be the one who would ask me&quot;.<br /><br />&quot;Igor asked me through an NHL Hockey Agent (Ian Pulver) if he could have his son skate with my Belle Tire 97 team, he also brought and continues to bring other Russian players out to train with us, after the second skate, he asked me if I would come to Russia with him and run his development camp. He gave my training a lot of compliments and it is an honour to have someone that accomplished in the world of hockey pay such a huge compliment&quot;.<br /><br />&quot;I have always tried to teach the game and be the best I can be for my students and to treat people right. I have tried to build my hockey business with integrity, energy and passion. I believe in my heart of hearts that if you do something properly and with integrity for a long period of time, one day time will prove you right. It has been years of hard work and I don&#39;t get too excited about too many things, but I am truly excited about this&quot;.<br /><br />&quot;Next year I am planning on bringing Mark with me to bring his world class skating to Moscow. Mark is a hidden gem&quot;.<br /><br /><br />Keep visiting www.powertechhockey.ca to see images and video of Andy in Moscow. Camp starts June 19th<br /><br />Hope all is well,<br /><br />Danny anger and Mark Cadotte]]></description>
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      <title><![CDATA[Players Drafted in the 2011 OHL Entry Draft ]]></title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2011 18:11:01 -0400</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[<br />At PowerTech we take your training very seriously, in fact over the years we have had countless players drafted and play at the OHL , NCAA and Professional Hockey. The 2011 OHL Entry Draft saw 7 PowerTech Students get drafted including 3 picks in the first three round picks. congratulations to that players and their families for all of their hard work and dedication.<br /><br />The following is a list of the players that were drafted:<br />Arron Ekblad- 1st Round, 1st Overall: Barrie Colts<br />Hunter Smith- 2nd Round: Windsor Spitfires<br />Michael Levesque- 3rd Round: Guelph Storm<br />Rio Anzolin- 6th Round: Niagara Ice Dogs<br />Mitch Amante- 9th Round Brampton Battalion<br />Jacob Mcghee- 10th Round: Barrie Colts<br />Blake Jones- 14th Round: Erie Otters<br /><br />Once again congrats to all players and stay tuned for the PowerTech players selected in this years NHL Entry Draft...<br /><br />]]></description>
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