End Quote by T. J. Oshie
“At the end of every practice when you're a kid, you go to the red line and do shootouts.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Post-game interview, NHL, 2017
Kids practice ends with a high‑pressure shootout, teaching resilience and performance under stress.
In simple terms: Practice ends with a pressure shootout that builds resilience.
Key Takeaway
Embrace pressure moments to grow confidence.
Themes
sportsmanship
pressure
development
Mood
determined
energetic
Type
motivational
sports
When to use this quote
- youth hockey
- team drills
- competitive tournaments
Key Concepts
performance anxiety
skill refinement
Questions to Reflect On
- How does pressure improve long‑term performance?
- What coping mechanisms help during high‑stress moments?
A Different Perspective
Shootouts may not reflect overall skill development.
