TCC USA Hockey Preparation Pathway

TCC USA Hockey Preparation Pathway
Preparation for players pursuing education and a hockey career in the United States

The TCC USA Hockey Preparation Pathway is a comprehensive development system for players who want to combine quality education with high-level hockey in the United States.

The program was created in cooperation with Sport & Study USA, which helps students and athletes gain access to American schools and universities.

TCC provides the player’s sports preparation and performance development, while Sport & Study USA handles the academic pathway and school placement in the USA.

Why Professional Preparation Matters

Many players aim to study and play hockey in the USA. However, success does not depend only on having a contact with an agency or a school.

American schools and coaches are looking for players who demonstrate:

• long-term performance development

• a professional approach to training

• analytical performance evaluation

• consistent game progression

That is why we have created a systematic development model to prepare players for the American environment.

How the USA Hockey Pathway Works

The program is built on four key steps:

1. Player Assessment
   Comprehensive player evaluation

2. Development Plan
   Individual development plan within the TCC structure

3. Performance Monitoring
   Ongoing performance tracking

4. College Placement
   Placement at a school in the USA

Step 1 – TCC Player Assessment

The first step is a comprehensive evaluation designed to identify strengths and areas for improvement.

Assessment Includes

Service / Duration:

• Skating analysis (conducted on the Skatemill)

• Skatemill training – 30 min

• Shooting range test – 30 min

• Performance testing – 60 min

• Game video analysis – 15–20 clips (compiled from multiple games)

• Individual on-ice training – 60 min

Total value of the initial assessment: 9,990 CZK

Assessment Output

Players receive a TCC Development Report, including:

• skating analysis

• technical skill evaluation

• physical profile

• development recommendations

The report also includes a recommendation for the next development program.

Step 2 – Development Plan

Based on the assessment, the player receives an individual plan focused on:

• improving skating technique

• puck skills development

• game decision-making

• physical preparation

• performance progression

The goal is to create a long-term development plan preparing the player for the US environment.

Step 3 – Off-Season Development

The off-season is critical for performance growth.

TCC offers several program types:

Performance Camps

• spring and weekend camps (link here)

• summer camps (link here)

These camps focus on:

• skating mechanics

• skill development

• game performance

Elite Development Program (link here)

Offers intensive preparation in multiple formats:

• 1 week

• 4 weeks

• 8 weeks

For players aiming for the USA, a 4–8 week intensive program is recommended.

Step 4 – In-Season Performance Monitoring

During the season, it is essential to track player performance and progression.

TCC offers:

• game video analysis

• performance monitoring

Standard Model

• 1 video analysis per month (link here)

Pro Model

• analysis of every game
  or

• analysis every 14 days

Output

• scouting report

• game situation analysis

• performance tracking

• highlight video for coaches

Step 5 – College Placement

The placement process is handled by Sport & Study USA.

They provide:

• selection of suitable schools

• communication with coaches

• application administration

• scholarship opportunities

• visa process support

This creates a complete pathway for players who want to study and play hockey in the USA.

Who the Program Is For

The program is designed for players approximately 15–20 years old who want to:

• combine hockey and education

• study in the USA

• prepare for NCAA or US high school leagues

• develop their performance long-term

Program Philosophy

The path to an American school does not start with an agency.

It starts with the player’s performance.

TCC develops the player athletically and performance-wise.
Sport & Study USA opens the pathway to American schools.

Start with the First Step

TCC Player Assessment
Comprehensive player evaluation and development recommendation.

You can express interest in:

• assessment (link to registration – initial testing only)

• development program (link here)

• video analysis (link here)

• USA pathway (link to registration – full service including Sport & Study)

The path to a university in the USA does not begin with an agency.
It begins with the player’s performance.