The Neutral Zone

Train Smarter. Play Better. Understand the Game. The Neutral Zone is the ultimate hockey IQ training app designed for players, parents, coaches, and managers. Whether you're learning the game for the first time or sharpening advanced skills, The Neutral Zone teaches proper positioning, systems understanding, and situational awareness like never before. Built for all ages and skill levels, the app breaks down offensive and defensive positioning, face-off alignments, video tutorials, referee signals, and real discussions from the hockey community — all in one place. Key Features Offensive & Defensive Positioning Clear diagrams showing EXACT player positioning for: Breakouts Zone entries Offensive cycles Defensive coverage Gap control Neutral zone strategies Every diagram is easy to understand — perfect for players, coaches, and parents. Face-off Positioning (All Zones) Learn where everyone goes on: Offensive-zone draws Defensive-zone draws Neutral-zone draws Center ice faceoffs Special-teams alignments Great for youth players who struggle with “where do I go?” Video Tutorials Embedded YouTube videos (yours or curated) explain positioning, spacing, transition strategies, and situational play in real time. Community Forums A safe place for: Parents Players Coaches Team managers Discuss drills, development, travel hockey, equipment, rules, and more. Referee Signals Guide Illustrations of all major referee signals: Penalties Icing Offside Faceoff violations Goal/no goal Delayed penalty Perfect for new parents and young players learning the game. Who Is This App For? Players — learn positioning, improve decision-making Coaches — teach systems faster and more clearly Parents — understand the game your child loves Managers — keep teams on the same page New refs — review rulebook signals Why The Neutral Zone? Hockey is fast, complex, and often overwhelming — especially for new or young players. The Neutral Zone distills the game into clear visuals and explanations that make it easier to understand and easier to learn. Turn confusion into confidence — on the ice and behind the bench. Additional Features Easy-to-navigate interface Clear, high-quality diagrams Consistent updates Optimized for iPhone and iPad Designed by real hockey parents & coaches LEGAL: Privacy Policy: https://darkstarsoftware.github.io/the-neutral-zone-privacy/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://darkstarsoftware.github.io/the-neutral-zone-privacy/terms.html