It was endearing to see the new grade 2/3 hockey players playing follow the leader behind their coach like baby ducks and playing "red light green light" (and during "red light" they flop down onto the ice!)
The grade 4/5 hockey players are getting faster and faster and faster!
Many of our hockey players were complaining of headaches at the last practice. A headache can be caused my many factors. To make sure you child is ready and well for practice, make sure they are drinking plenty of water. It is recommended that children aged 4 - 8 years old drink 5 cups of water each day, and children aged 9 - 13 drink 7 or 8 cups of water each day. If they are active (like playing hockey), they should drink even more.
Some signs of dehydration include:
- dry or cracked lips
- headache
- sleepiness
- grumpiness
- dry skin
- low energy levels
Please make sure you child is getting enough to drink!
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