I've recently been named the "official" photographer of our local single A pro hockey team. I went to practice yesterday and was incredibly disappointed with my photos. Obviously not being an NHL team, the lighting wasn't the best in the world, but I can't use my flash due to shooting...

I have a Canon Digital Rebel XT that I bought last year with the kit lens (18-55mm). I have taken alot of good photos (mainly on auto), but I want to be able to take ALOT of REALLY GREAT photos!!! I have been reading as much as I can about the settings, aperture, shutter speed, etc. I have also looked...