# The Neutral Zone — Ultimate Hockey Training

> Hockey IQ training app with positioning, systems, and community features. (iPhone/iPad app by Todd William Fleury.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-neutral-zone/id6755402324 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Todd William Fleury](https://appshunter.io/developer/1852876108)
- Category: Sports, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $0.99)
- Rating: 2.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 26 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-12-10
- Data updated: 2026-10-07
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-neutral-zone/id6755402324/reviews.md

## What is 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

## Key features

- Offensive & Defensive Positioning Diagrams
- Face-off Alignment Guides
- Embedded Video Tutorials
- Community Forums
- Referee Signals Guide
- Breakouts and Zone Entries

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $1.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $9.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The Neutral Zone Yearly Access | $29.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-neutral-zone/id6755402324/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Good Concept!

*2025-12-27*

Love the idea of the app and I’m here for the growth of it! Recently shared it with a group of coaches during some continuous education. Always looked for the birdseye view of the ice for placement for players and also something cost effective to share with families to let them review with their skaters or even official in training. With hopes of developers refining some of the items and diagrams this could really be a great platform. Thanks for sharing it the Michigan Youth Hockey Facebook page.

### 1/5 — Not worth the money

*2025-12-12*

This app is the most basic it could be. The diagrams have the players in poor positions, one example is defensive zone showing both d below the goal line. Another is the “offensive zone faceoff” that is actually the center ice faceoff location which shows that the D should be lined up almost right next to the wings. The descriptions aren’t terrible but again are super basic and aren’t worth paying for when they can be found for free online in other locations with simple google searches.

**Developer response:** We appreciate the review, and will be making updates to the app moving forward.  We plan to make updates on a bi-weekly basis and improve the layouts.

## Frequently asked questions about The Neutral Zone

### What is The Neutral Zone?

The Neutral Zone is a hockey IQ training app designed to teach players, parents, and coaches about proper positioning, systems, and situational awareness through diagrams, videos, and community discussions.

### What kind of hockey strategies does The Neutral Zone cover?

The Neutral Zone covers offensive and defensive positioning, including breakouts, zone entries, offensive cycles, defensive coverage, gap control, and neutral zone strategies. It also details face-off alignments for all zones and special teams.

### Can I watch videos within The Neutral Zone?

Yes, The Neutral Zone features embedded YouTube videos that explain positioning, spacing, transition strategies, and situational play in real time. You can also embed your own curated videos.

### Is there a community aspect to The Neutral Zone?

Yes, The Neutral Zone offers community forums where players, parents, coaches, and team managers can discuss drills, development, equipment, rules, and more in a safe environment.

### Does The Neutral Zone help with understanding referee signals?

Yes, The Neutral Zone includes a referee signals guide with illustrations of all major signals, including penalties, icing, offside, faceoff violations, goal/no goal, and delayed penalties.

### What devices does The Neutral Zone support?

The Neutral Zone is optimized for both iPhone and iPad, offering a clear, easy-to-navigate interface on Apple devices.

### How often is The Neutral Zone updated?

The Neutral Zone receives consistent updates, with the latest version being 3.1.1, last updated on January 9, 2026. This ensures the app remains reliable and features are regularly improved.

### What is the price of The Neutral Zone?

The Neutral Zone is available for a one-time purchase of $0.99. It also offers subscription plans for additional features, with a Monthly Premium at $1.99 and a Yearly Premium at $9.99.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 3.1.1 — 2026-01-09

Major Content Update!

We've added extensive new training content and features to help you master hockey:

New Interactive Features:
• 17 Professional Drills - Practice skating, shooting, passing, and more with guided instructions
• 11+ Knowledge Quizzes - Test your understanding of rules, positioning, and strategy
• Progress Dashboard - Track your training stats, streaks, and achievements

Strategy & Positioning:
• 11 Offensive Strategies - Learn power plays, forechecks, and offensive systems
• 10 Defensive Strategies - Master penalty kills, zone coverage, and breakouts
• Interactive Ice Rink Diagrams - Visual positioning for every formation

Learning Resources:
• 15 Training Videos - Step-by-step tutorials for all skill levels
• Penalties & Referee Signals - Complete guide to hockey rules
• Faceoffs Guide - Techniques and positioning

Community Features:
• Discussion Forum - Connect with other hockey players and coaches (Premium)
• Progress Tracking - Monitor your improvement over time

Free Content:
• 5 beginner drills
• 7 fundamental quizzes
• All 15 training videos
• 5 offensive strategies
• 5 defensive strategies
• Complete rules and signals guide

Premium Features:
• 12 advanced/elite drills
• 4+ advanced strategy quizzes
• 6 premium offensive plays
• 5 premium defensive systems
• Community forum access

We're committed to making The Neutral Zone the best hockey training app available. Thank you for your support!

### 3.0.5 — 2025-12-10

No release notes.

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## More apps by Todd William Fleury

- [SportsJurni: Youth Sports](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sportsjurni-youth-sports/id6784711605)

All apps by Todd William Fleury: https://appshunter.io/developer/1852876108

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