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See the ice, make the play.
Why use HKY-IQ?
SEE THE ICE. Hockey IQ (HKY-IQ) by Troy Smith is a valuable skills resource for current coaches, aspiring players, and supportive parents. With specifically selected clips from professional hockey games, Troy annotates positions and plays with clear notes and descriptive voiceover narration. Troy communicates intricacies and insights for seeing the ice that make the good, great. Individuals striving to become the best coach or player they can be will benefit from this digital library of smart play. Troy offers online sessions for coaches, players and hockey enthusiasts. Click here to learn more.
From player to coach, make the play.
A respected figure in the hockey world, Troy Smith is recognized for his extensive experience as both a player and a coach, at both the amateur and professional levels. Smith's hockey journey began with a notable four-year stint in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) playing for Peter DeBoer (Dallas Stars) which earned him invitations to participate in two NHL training camps – Colorado Avalanche and Carolina Hurricanes.
Smith went on to pursue higher education as a student-athlete at St. Francis Xavier University in Nova Scotia, Canada with an Ontario Hockey League and University Leadership scholarship thus, demonstrating his commitment to both academics and athletics. His tenure at St FX helped shape his understanding of the game from different perspectives; the varsity hockey team won the National Championship in 2004 and he obtained his Bachelor of Arts, History and Political Science.
Upon university graduation, his playing career continued in North America and Europe where he played professionally for two years. Uniquely, he showcased his skills on the ice for the Danbury Trashers, the team that gained widespread recognition through its profile in the Netflix Documentary series "Untold: Crime & Penalties".
MAKE THE PLAY. With HKY-IQ Troy is leveraging his extensive experience and keen understanding of the game; he is elevating the standard of hockey coaching and player development. HockeyIQ.ca delivers content that is not only educational, it is also practical, making high-level training accessible to all.
Coaches and players, level up your skills! Click here to have Troy review your game or practice film.