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In this Q&A episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, Eric and Andy answer real questions submitted by hockey parents and players from across North America.
From navigating early development in U13 to handling politics, effort, and opportunity at U18, this conversation tackles some of the most common (and misunderstood) challenges in youth and junior hockey.
This episode is all about clarity, confidence, and perspective whether you're a player, a parent, or a coach trying to support the right way.
TIMESTAMPS:
08:00 – Q1: U13 AAA & extra skills sessions — what’s too much?
12:30 – Q2: How do you teach “compete” to a 15U player?
17:40 – Q3: U18AA girl aiming for D3 — how to stand out without being flashy
26:00 – Q4: Coach plays favorites and doesn’t reward effort — should parents step in?
30:15 – Q5: 15 y/o working out but doesn’t feel like he’s improving
38:00 – Q6: Coach wants development, parents want wins — how to manage the gap
42:30 – Q7: My kid is dialed in on nutrition — what’s next?
50:40 – Q8: Choosing between prep hockey and Canadian Jr/OHL
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In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, Eric and Andy open up about the things they wish more hockey parents knew earlier - especially during the intense and emotional U16/U18 years.
With so much focus on the OHL Draft, rankings, and comparison, many families lose sight of what truly matters in a player’s long-term development. This conversation cuts through the noise and delivers honest advice rooted in experience — both as coaches and as parents.
If you’re navigating the pre-draft years, or even just trying to support your kid the right way, this episode will give you clarity, confidence, and peace of mind.
What You’ll Learn
- Why comparison ruins joy… and progress
- The mindset that separates long-term developers from short-term hype
- What parents should stop saying (even with good intentions)
- Why rankings and draft predictions don’t tell the full story
- What actually matters at the junior level and how it’s different from youth hockey
TIMESTAMPS
02:30 – Setting proper expectations during the draft year
06:30 – “Comparison is the thief of joy” — how it shows up in hockey
07:30 – A realistic, long-term approach for families
09:40 – When parents push too hard — and why it backfires
10:15 – The problem with subscription rankings and overhype
12:00 – Don’t promise your kid where they’ll be drafted
15:00 – Outperforming others doesn’t always equal opportunity
17:30 – Evolving into a learner — not just a performer
20:00 – Don’t expect someone else’s lucky break to be yours
21:00 – “When did you become a scout?” — over-analysis from the stands
29:00 – What most don’t understand about junior hockey vs. youth hockey
35:00 – Identifying your market — where do you actually fit?
38:00 – Be willing to take the ego hit for development
42:00 – Parents: Don’t add to the emotional weight your kid already carries
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In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, Eric sits down with Brian Gill, an NHLPA Certified Agent with Maloney and Thompson, to pull back the curtain on what agents actually do, and what families think they do.
This isn’t a conversation about multimillion-dollar NHL contracts. It’s about the junior-level journey, the questions families are asking, the decisions players face, and the role of a good agent in guiding the process.
Brian shares what his day-to-day looks like, how they onboard families, and what traits he looks for in young athletes. He also speaks openly about some common misconceptions like thinking an agent is going to magically “get you there.”
Whether you're a parent, coach, or player, this episode delivers a grounded, honest perspective from someone in the trenches of high-performance hockey development.
What You’ll Learn
- What agents actually do and don’t do for young players
- When it’s the right time to get an agent
- Key differences between agents and advisors
- What top players do differently - habits, mindset, and sacrifices
- Why are you deciding to get an agent?
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 – Intro to the episode and Brian Gill’s background
02:50 – How Brian got started with Maloney and Thompson
05:50 – A day in the life: What an agent’s work looks like
06:45 – What services does the agency provide players and families?
09:50 – Is there a standard onboarding process or is it customized case by case?
13:40 – What Brian looks for in the players he chooses to represent
17:00 – Agents don’t have “magic powers” — it’s still up to the player
18:40 – Is the OHL Draft a reason to get an agent? What families need to understand
22:40 – The real difference between agents and advisors
25:20 – Advice for players who aren’t top prospects — should they even be thinking about agents?
29:30 – Work-life balance: What elite players do differently
32:00 – Habits of high-end athletes: focus, structure, consistency
34:00 – Where should players actually be playing? Fit vs. prestige
36:00 – The role great coaches play in a player's growth
42:00 – What today’s players are missing — it’s not skill, it’s awareness
Thanks to Brian and the Maloney and Thompson team for making this episode possible.
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In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, Eric and Andy reflect on the parenting journey from early youth hockey days to one of the biggest milestones in any hockey family: the NHL Draft.
Andy shares the emotional experience of watching his son get drafted to the Dallas Stars, how he navigated being both a coach and a dad, and where he sometimes went too far. Together, they offer honest, real-world advice for parents who want to support their kids without pushing them too hard.
This episode is packed with insight for anyone involved in youth sports — parents, coaches, and players alike.
Key Themes:
- Why time changes your perspective as a parent
- The difference between “nudging” and “pushing” your child
- Letting kids take ownership of their development
- Creating safe, honest environments for young athletes
- Why enjoying the journey matters more than the outcome
02:00 – Time Passing: Eric reflects on growing out of playing; Andy on stepping away from business and battling complacency
09:00 – NHL Draft Moment: Andy shares the experience of watching his son get drafted by the Dallas Stars 14:30 – Never Forced: Why Andy never made his son play or pressured him to pursue hockey
17:30 – Nudge, Don’t Push: What it means to support your kid without forcing them
26:30 – Player Autonomy: Letting athletes come up with ideas and make choices
29:50 – Honest Development Environments: Eric on removing judgment so players don’t hide struggles
34:00 – Overstepping: Andy shares times he went too far as a parent and coach
39:00 – Long-Term Perspective: Andy’s goals when his son started playing vs. now
49:00 – Enjoy the Journey: Why parents need to take pride in the process, not just the results
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In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we’re joined by Jason Guerriero - a former pro player, NCAA coach, and longtime contributor to USA Hockey’s development model.
Jason shares a thoughtful and experienced perspective on what true development means at every level from young kids to elite college players. This episode breaks down how to think long-term, how USA Hockey approaches player growth, and what families need to understand about preparing the right way.
They cover:
- The day-to-day of development coaching
- Why unscripted play and adversity matter
- What real development looks like beyond drills
- Age-appropriate teaching and mindset
- NCAA commitments and decision-making
- USA vs Canada development philosophies
This episode is full of real-world insight for players looking to reach the next level, parents trying to support the right way, and coaches shaping young athletes with purpose.
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In this episode, Eric and Andy have a deep, personal conversation about the importance of understanding your values — as a person and as a team. From faith and family to leadership and decision-making, they explore why identifying your core values builds the foundation for growth, performance, and long-term success.
They also touch on lessons from Game 5 of the NHL playoffs, tools like Instat for player development, and key takeaways from the TCS Live coaching summit.
Topics Covered:
- Little habits leading to game 5 Stanley Cup Final goals
- Wrap up on The Coaches Site Live conference weekend
- Why your personal values drive everything you do
- Building a team identity around shared beliefs
- Teaching athletes to think, speak, and lead
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Coach Eric and Coach Andy dive into one of the most commonly communicated but poorly explained concepts in sports and development: hard work. What does it really mean to work hard? Why do so many people think they’re grinding, but aren’t actually getting better?
They unpack what true effort looks like — from training on the ice, to gym habits, to mental focus and nutrition. Whether you’re a hockey player, a parent, or a coach, this one will challenge how you define success and effort.
Key Topics:
- Why feeling tired isn’t the same as progress
- The real definition of hard work
- Off-ice work and focus as the foundation
- How to develop consistent, intentional habits
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In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we’re joined by Matt Gilroy—former walk-on at Boston University, Hobey Baker winner, NHL defenseman, and now a coach with Harvard University.
Matt’s story is the kind every player and family should hear: a journey from underdog to NHL, built on work ethic, character, and the right mindset.
We also go deep into the recruiting side of college hockey:
- What Harvard looks for in players
- How academics and athletics balance
- The value of creativity and hockey IQ
- How to stand out when “everyone’s good”
This episode is full of real-world advice for players looking to get to the NCAA level and parents trying to support the right way.
- Matt Gilroy’s Walk-On Story at BU (EJHL to NCAA to NHL)
- Playing His First NCAA Game and Sticking as a Defenseman
- Transitioning Into Coaching at Harvard
- What Harvard Prioritizes in Recruits – Academics, Offense, IQ, and Creativity
- How to Stand Out When Everyone is Skilled
- Managing Distractions as a Young Player
- What It Takes to Get Noticed by NCAA Programs
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Brian Willsie is the Director of Player Development for the Colorado Avalanche of the NHL.
In this episode, he and Coach Eric discuss strategies to own your development path as a player including decisions on where to play.
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In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we tackle one of the most important topics in youth hockey—what happens when your kid gets cut.
Getting released from a team is hard on players and parents. We discuss:
- What to say to your child
- How to reframe failure
- Why showing up matters more than ever
- And when it might be time to stop investing time and money into hockey
We also explore the truth about talent (can you train to be like Jack Eichel?), the emotional rollercoaster of youth hockey, and the life lessons learned along the way.
- Jack Eichel & Genetic Talent in Hockey (1:00)
- The Zero-to-One Principle in Development (4:00)
- Appreciating Your Opportunities (8:00)
- Hockey Careers Rarely Last Past 18 (10:50)
- The Entitlement Mindset in Youth Sports (11:45)
- Why Good Kids Deserve Positive Feedback (18:00)
- What to Say After a Cut (24:00)
- Playing Because You Love It (26:40)
- Keep Showing Up Even When It’s Hard (30:50)
- When to Start or Stop Paying for Hockey (41:00)
- Coaching, Feedback, and Perspective (46:00 – End)
Whether you're a hockey parent trying to support your kid through tough cuts or a player struggling to find your path, this episode is packed with real, honest advice to help you stay focused on what really matters
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In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we dig into the real pressures of U18 hockey, the value (and overuse) of private lessons, and the responsibility coaches have to support players with learning differences.
Too often, players are in a rush to move up, parents are caught in the camp and lesson arms race, and coaches are unaware of what individual players may need to thrive.
This episode offers a realistic and practical guide for parents, players, and coaches trying to make smart decisions about development, communication, and long-term growth.
📌 Key Topics Covered:
- Why Everyone Feels Rushed in U18 Hockey (4:45)
- How Serious Are You at 16–17? (10:30)
- Athletic Career Windows – Don’t Waste It (13:40)
- Making the Best Decision With the Info You Have (20:00)
- Understanding and Supporting Learning Differences in Players (24:00 – 25:30)
- Being Aware of Dyslexia, ADHD, and Processing Needs as a Coach (25:00 – 32:00)
- Camp Culture – You Can Train Yourself to Death (39:00)
- Private Lessons – Good or Bad? It Depends. (54:00)
- What Makes a Private Lesson Effective? (1:03:00)
- The Power of Honest Coach Feedback (1:06:00)
Whether you're a parent deciding how much is too much, a coach learning to adapt, or a player trying to grow at your pace, this episode brings the clarity and real talk you need.
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In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we talk directly to hockey parents.
If you've ever felt like:
- You're not doing enough
- Your kid is falling behind
- Other families seem more committed
- You're not sure when to push or pull back
...this episode is for you.
We dive into the emotional realities of raising a young athlete: the peer pressure, the burnout, the overthinking, and the comparison traps. But we also share real insight—drawn from experience—on why every player’s path is different, and why it’s okay if your kid isn’t the top player today.
📌 Key Moments Covered:
- Learning through attention, not fear of consequences (3:10)
- Slow sessions & real conversations with kids (8:20)
- Letter from a hockey dad – perspective changer (9:30)
- How to resist pressure from intense hockey parents (17:40)
- Are private lessons helping or hurting? (23:00)
- Why your child’s motivation matters more than yours (27:00)
- There’s no single formula for success (30:00 – 32:50)
- Burnout, arms races, and early developer envy (39:00 – 45:00)
- Be careful what you wish for… (45:00 – end)
Whether you're new to youth hockey or deep in the grind, this episode will help you re-center, reflect, and refocus on what actually matters in your child’s journey.
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In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we explore the balance between teaching skills and letting young players naturally develop, and why learning to take a break is an underrated part of athletic success.
Drawing inspiration from the Hockey Factories Podcast series and real coaching experiences, we share practical advice for coaches, parents, and players on how to manage youth hockey development the right way.
📌 Key Topics Covered:
- The Power of Attention to Detail – Why some players learn faster (5:00)
- Learning the Toe Drag and Other Skills – How much can kids really absorb? (9:00 – 13:00)
- The Risk of Overcoaching Young Athletes (13:00 – 24:00)
- Analogy: Learn to Write Before You Write an Essay (22:30)
- When and Why Kids Need Breaks from Their Sport (25:30 – 36:00)
- Why Taking Breaks Is a Skill, Not a Weakness (36:00)
- How to Return After a Break – Restarting smart (40:00 – 46:00)
- Work Ethic Comes First – You have to earn your rest (46:30)
Whether you're a hockey coach, parent, or a young athlete trying to navigate your development path, this episode offers actionable insights on skill learning, recovery, and long-term player success.
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In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we welcome Matt Dumouchelle, creator of The Coaches Site’s Hockey Factories Series, contributor to The Coaches Site Podcast, and Assistant GM of the Leamington Flyers.
Drawing from years of global research into the world’s best hockey development programs, Matt unpacks what great programs do differently.
Whether you're a coach, parent, or program director, this conversation delivers deep insight on youth development systems, what it means to be aligned as an organization, and why the coach-player-parent triangle is more important than ever.
📌 Key Topics Covered:
- Matt’s Journey from Broadcasting to Hockey Development (1:30 – 5:30)
- What Makes the Best Hockey Programs in the World (11:30 – 16:00)
- “Be #1 in Everything That’s Free” – Competing on culture, not budget (12:40)
- The Role of Organizational Alignment in Development (14:00 – 22:30)
- Teaching the Frolunda Way, Not Your Way (22:30 – 27:00)
- What Age Should Players Peak Performance Begin? (27:00)
- How the European Club System Moves Players (29:00)
- The Pillars of Top Programs (30:00)
- What Defines a Good Coach? (33:40)
- Clear Coach-to-Parent Communication (36:00)
- Favoritism, Expectations, and the Expensive Game (40:00 – 45:00)
- How Much Do Finances Matter in Development? (51:00)
- Building a Program Foundation: Sleep, Recovery, Balance (54:00 – 57:40)
- Multi-Sport and Well-Rounded Athletes (57:40)
- International Development Gaps – NA vs Europe (1:02:00)
- How to Improve Your Organization Today (1:05:00 – 1:12:00)
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In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we go big-picture and ground-level:
🏒 Ovechkin breaks Gretzky’s record— is he a Top 5 all-time player? We compare eras, legacies, and what it takes to dethrone hockey icons. 💪 What does it take to move up levels in hockey today? We unpack the myth that you need to be perfect at everything. 📈 OHL Draft mindset tips—including how undrafted players still carve a path to the NHL.
- Ovechkin vs Gretzky – Breaking records, comparing eras (1:00, 4:00, 6:30)
- Top 5 NHL Players of All Time – Who belongs, who’s next? (10:00–16:00)
- Do deficiencies need to become strengths? (18:00)
- Being “Good Enough” Without Being “Vanilla” (23:00)
- Setting Intentions When You Train (26:00)
- OHL Draft Realities & Undrafted Success Stories (29:30–36:00)
- Scouting = Educated Guesswork (38:00)
- Grinding Through Adversity (45:00–50:00)
- “Trust the Process” – What Does It Actually Mean? (51:00)
- How to Measure Growth & Potential in Players (1:00:00)
Whether you're a parent, coach, or player, this episode blends elite hockey legacy debates with real-world advice for making it in today’s game.
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In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we dive deep into youth strength training, long-term athletic development, and the dangers of early specialization.
Inspired by the PERFORM podcast and Dr. Andy Galpin's recent episode on Strength Training for Kids, we unpack the most important takeaways for parents, coaches, and anyone working with young athletes, including:
- PERFORM by Dr. Andy Galpin – Why this episode sparked the conversation (7:30)
- Problems with Research & Public Confusion – Why so many parents are misinformed (9:00)
- Myths Around Strength Training for Kids – What’s true and what’s not (13:00)
- Is Strength Training Dangerous for Kids? – The real risks (or lack of them) (17:00)
- Should You Wait Until Puberty? – The science says… (21:00)
- Why Positive Experience is the #1 Priority (26:00)
- How to Structure Age-Appropriate Training (29:00)
- Child-Centric vs Adult-Centric Coaching Mentality (34:00)
- The Dangers of Early Specialization in Sports (40:00)
This episode is perfect for parents with young athletes, coaches designing age-appropriate programs, and anyone questioning when—or if—kids should start strength training.
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In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we explore the evolving landscape of youth hockey—from the fading magic of tournaments to the overhype surrounding the OHL Draft. Coaches, parents, and players are all asking the same questions:
- Do you need to play on the best team to get noticed?
- Are showcases becoming too serious and losing their fun?
- Does being a top OHL Draft pick really mean you’ll make it?
We highlight the Leo Boivin Tournament, a shining example of how hockey events should be done, and compare that to the increasingly transactional nature of many modern showcases.
Key Topics:
- Leo Boivin Tournament & "The ROW" – A model showcase experience (5:50, 48:45)
- Are Tournaments Too Serious Now? (16:00)
- Too Many Rules in Minor Hockey? (16:50)
- How to Choose Where to Play – Best team vs. right fit (22:50)
- "Cream Always Rises to the Top" – Talent will find a way (27:00)
- Does Playing on the Best Team Matter That Much? (33:00)
- Learning to Lose – An underrated skill in player development (35:00)
- Top Pick Doesn’t Guarantee NHL Success (40:00)
- What the OHL Draft Really Means for Players (44:00)
This is a must-listen for coaches, parents, and players who want to focus less on hype—and more on what really builds long-term success in the game.
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In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we break down:
How to get the RIGHT hockey advice—who should players trust? (6:30)
Is the CHL taking over NCAA hockey? A serious look at how NCAA commitments are shifting. (14:00)
Should you dominate your level before moving up? The debate on whether players move too soon. (25:00)
CHL → NCAA → NHL—why this path is now possible and how new NCAA eligibility rules have changed everything. (39:00)
With junior and college hockey evolving, players, parents, and coaches need to understand how these changes impact development, recruiting, and pro aspirations.
Let us know what you think—how is the path changing from minor hockey to the CHL and NCAA on to PRO?
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In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we dive into the AAA vs Prep vs High School debate, youth hockey training culture, and the skill gap illusion. Parents, players, and coaches all need to understand what actually matters in development—and what’s just noise.
📌 Topics Covered:
- How Do You Treat the New Guy? – Hockey culture & locker room dynamics (3:30)
- For the Love of the Game – Why are kids playing hockey? (5:30)
- The Prep School Takeover – Is prep really the best path? (11:00)
- AAA vs High School vs Prep Hockey – Pros and cons of each route (15:00)
- Are You Overtraining Your Young Player? – The risks of doing too much (27:40)
- The Skill Gap Illusion – Why early "elite" players don’t always stay ahead (29:00)
- This Guy Wanted to Keep Kids from Playing, Just Training – The dark side of overtraining (33:30)
- Where to Spend Money in Hockey Training – What’s worth it? (37:00)
- You Don’t Need to Pay for Everything – Expensive training ≠ guaranteed success (39:00)
- It’s Too Much to Do Everything – Finding balance in youth sports (40:30)
- A Parent’s Job is to Provide Opportunity – Not control the journey (45:00)
- If Cost & Logistics Don’t Matter, Do Whatever You Want – The reality for most families (47:20)
- The Early Development Illusion – Why early success doesn’t predict the future (49:00)
- Sam Bennett Draft Story – Couldn't Do a Pull-Up – And still became a successful NHL player (54:00)
Too many parents stress about the wrong things in youth hockey development. Whether it’s picking the right team, overpaying for training, or worrying about early skill gaps, this episode will help you focus on what really matters.
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In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we dive into how parents shape the mental toughness required for success in youth sports. We discuss attitude, resilience, and how parental behavior influences young athletes—for better or worse.
📌 Topics Covered:
- Choosing Your Attitude – Why mindset is everything in hockey (5:00)
- Familiarity Breeds Content – The danger of getting too comfortable (9:00)
- A Good Attitude Only Counts When It’s Hard – What real mental toughness looks like (12:15)
- The ‘I Got Screwed’ Mindset – Why self-loathing kills development (20:00)
- Mental Toughness & Resilience – How to develop it in young athletes (24:30)
- Tough Love? – Finding the right balance between support and challenge (26:00)
- Don’t Give Your Kids ALL the Answers – Let them struggle and figure things out (28:15)
- "Pigs Don’t Know Pigs Stink" – People don’t know what they don’t know (29:15)
- Parent Complaints – The cycle of negativity in youth sports (33:15)
- Being an Example as a Parent – Kids model what they see (41:30)
- The Recipe for Parenting: Love & Common Sense – Keeping it simple (48:30)
- Learning to Write Helps You Think – Developing critical thinking (55:20)
Too often, parents unknowingly hold their kids back by removing obstacles instead of teaching them how to handle adversity. This episode will challenge parents and coaches to raise athletes who can handle the ups and downs of competitive sports.
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In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we tackle three of the biggest issues in youth hockey today: extreme parent behavior, unrealistic coaching expectations, and why good people are leaving the sport.
📌 Topics Covered:
- Calling the Cops on a Hockey Parent: A real story of when things went too far (2:30).
- When Parent Behavior Embarrasses Their Own Kids – What’s the impact? (13:30).
- What Should You Expect from a Youth Hockey Coach? – They're not full-time employees (19:30).
- Setting Realistic Expectations for Coaches – What’s fair to expect? (28:00).
- Should Coaches Be Expected to Do More? – The ‘coaching extras’ debate (36:00).
- Does Being on the Best Team Matter? – How much does it actually help? (39:00).
- Parents Don’t Know What They Don’t Know – The hidden side of youth hockey (45:00).
- Toxic Culture Is Pushing Good People Away – Why fewer good coaches are sticking around (46:00).
- Parents Making It Hard for Honest People to Stay in Hockey – How to keep the right people involved (50:00).
- Choosing Your Attitude as a Hockey Parent – The impact of your actions (56:00).
- Very Few Positive Influences on Kids Today – Who is really shaping young players? (57:00).
- Are We Driving Good People Out of Youth Sports? – The long-term effect (1:00:00).
This episode is a must-listen for hockey parents, coaches, and players who want to understand what’s helping and hurting youth hockey today.
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Parents Behaving Badly in Youth Hockey & The Phone Problem No One Talks About
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In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we break down two major challenges in youth hockey: overinvolved parents and phone distractions.
📌 Topics Discussed:
- The D1 Facility You NEED to See – Touring St. Cloud State (2:30)
- A Mom Screaming at the Coach Outside the Locker Room – Where is the line? (6:00)
- A Dad Intercepting His Son After a Game – When should parents step back? (6:30)
- The Never-Ending Distraction of Phones – How hard is it for today’s players to unplug? (19:30)
- Adults Never Had to Deal With This Growing Up – Why it’s a different challenge for today’s athletes (20:30)
- The Coaches Site Podcast on Phones – An additional resource (22:20)
- How Advanced Are Phones? – The impact of constant connection (25:00)
This episode isn’t about banning phones or blaming parents—it’s about bringing awareness to behaviors that affect young athletes' growth and focus. Whether you’re a coach, player, or hockey parent, this discussion will give you valuable insight into what’s helping and hurting kids in the game today.
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In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we tackle the factors shaping young athletes, from genetic influence to key decision-making moments in youth hockey.
This episode is packed with insights for hockey parents, players, and coaches navigating the world of youth sports. Whether you're debating a big move or just trying to understand what makes a great athlete, this discussion offers valuable perspectives.
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In this episode of thePowerTech Development Podcast, we dive into the controversial yet essential topics shaping hockey today. From the mental resilience of players to the politics of development, our discussion touches on:
- The Soft Attitude: Why you won't always feel perfect in hockey (17:00).
- Being KO-ed on the Ice: The challenges of recovering from big hits (21:00).
- Rehab Options for Sports Injuries: What’s the right approach? (25:00).
- Coaching Injury Rules: The fine line between caution and toughness (27:50).
- Coaching Finesse: The delicate balance required to succeed as a coach (42:30).
- Politics or Guidance? Understanding the decisions behind hockey progression (50:00).
- Overlooked vs. Becoming Noticed: How players gain recognition in the competitive hockey world (1:01:00).
Whether you're a hockey parent, coach, or player, this episode is packed with insights on what it takes to thrive in today’s hockey landscape.
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Hockey Parents & The Impact You Have on the Game
What’s the WORST parent behavior you’ve seen at a rink?
Hockey parents play a HUGE role in their child’s development, but are you helping or hurting their chances of success? In this episode, we dive deep into the hard conversations about parent behavior in the stands, D1 coach insights, and the right way to support your child without getting in the way.
Topics Covered:
- What D1 coaches REALLY think about hockey parents (17:40)
- The hardest thing for parents to accept about coaching decisions (31:00)
- Are you supporting or sabotaging your young hockey player? (41:30)
- Why yelling at refs is a BAD look for you and your child (55:20)
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy cover the importance of having experience to be successful and a deeper dive into a recent conversation on playing with ‘better’ players. Coach Eric finished with a discussion on his observation that so many young players don’t realize their opportunities and fail to take advantage of resources they have.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss the mindset of how to bounce back from a bad loss. Going into games you KNOW you will WIN or LOSE, how should you prepare? What are the coaching strategies to prepare, adjust, and respond to poor outcomes? How can coaches communicate with their players before, during, and after these situations? These questions and related topics are answered.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy look at skill building, key instruction points, and how to understand the microsteps involved in complex movements. They move on to discuss how to make other players better, and a winning mindset when you are playing with players that are better or worse than you.
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Coming out of the holiday break, Coach Andy and Coach Eric recap the holidays and discuss the World Junior Championships. They discuss the performance of Latvia, the struggles of Team Canada, and compare and contrast the US vs Canadian hockey systems.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss parent behaviour and confidence building. They open with a few recent elements of parent conduct at the PowerTech 3on3 Tournament, before moving on to discuss different elements of building confidence - specifically through coaches, teammates, and the competition.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy cover trades and how it affects players, the skill vs games question for youth development, how best to design a youth development system, the 80/20 principle for getting results, which drills should be staples in your training regimen, what will get you the most return on your time investment, and other topics!
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy are back for a quick episode covering contracts. They first discuss music and its impact on performance before moving into a discussion on money earned by hockey players. Topics include being paid based on past performance, salary costs and how much is actually retained, salary caps, and judging how much a player is worth.
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In this episode, Coach Eric is joined by Co-Founder and CEO of Matterhorn Fit, Ryan Vesce. Ryan is a retired 14-year professional hockey player, and ivy league graduate from Cornell. They discussion making the pros as a smaller player, Division 1 scholarships and Ivy league schools, using hockey as a vehicle for life opportunity, his business and training method through Matterhorn Fit, the prestigious Matterhorn Fit All-Ivy Showcase, and a big announcement on the Matterhorn Fit All-Path Series coming to Canada!
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In this episode, Coach Eric is joined by Chris Meriney of College Hockey Inc, an educational platform designed to spread quality information on the NCAA hockey path. They discuss what College Hockey Inc does, the NCAA development path, what college hockey has to offer, recruiting and scholarship money, outreach to coaches and highlight videos, social media, and more!
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss some old time hockey styles and how top players of the past would stack up in today’s game. Coach Andy then discusses the Pit Crew of F1 or NASCAR to draw an important analogy on roles. They use that to branch into a discussion on roles, competitiveness, and the concept of ‘fairness’ in the game.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss the recent NCAA Division I rule change to grant CHL players eligibility.
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In this episode, Coach Eric is joined by Founder and CEO of The Coaches Site, Aaron Wilbur. They discuss the genesis of The Coaches Site platform, coaching practices from around the world, keys to a great development plan, age appropriate messaging, parenting through youth sports, and other topics.
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In this episode, Coach Andy shares his thoughts as a hockey dad. He and Coach Eric use this framework to discuss common parenting/coaching situations and how best to teach through these circumstances.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss the difficulties of being a consistent high performing athlete. The cover expectations from parents and coaching, the problem of consistency, performing under pressure, setting your performance baseline, and more.
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This episode is a bonus re-release episode from the BioSteel Road to Pro Podcast. In this episode, Coach Eric joins BioSteel CEO Dan Crosby as they interview BioSteel sponsored athlete, and 2024 PWHL second overall pick to the Ottawa Charge, Danielle Serdachny. They discuss Danielle’s path through youth hockey, college recruitment, the PWHL draft, women’s hockey and growing the game, balancing school, sport, and social life, mindset for young female athletes, and other topics!
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss the mindset transition from youth to higher level hockey. They cover what the standard first and second year junior players experience, what expectations you should have as a player or a parent, playing the long game with your development goals, and how coaches can help players understand the significant changes that happen during this transition.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss the various facets of professionalism in sports. They discuss the “professional” look and first impressions, attention seeking through appearance, the judgment of others, sportsmanship and “chirping”, presenting yourself as a coach or parent, and more!
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In this episode, Coach Andy is joined by Jason Podollan. Jason is a retired NHLer and founder of Up My Hockey. Jason shares his experience going from an NHLer to a Hockey Dad, describes the youth system in Western Canada, Academies vs AAA models, youth coaching and mindset training, his platform for giving back to the hockey world, and more!
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In this episode, Coach Eric reflects on his weekend at The Coaches Site LIVE Event with BioSteel Sports. He and Coach Andy discuss what can make or break conference style events, evaluating guest speakers, what type of information is valuable, and more. This branches into a larger discussion on how to modernize coaches to keep training methods relatable to players in development.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss the first few days launching BioSteel Sports Academy and their roles in the operation. They cover what they see in today's youth players, how this program (and other like it) can be extremely beneficial to the lifestyle of athletes, the various components the student-athletes are exposed to, how they intend to communicate their message with the players, cost considerations, appreciating what you have, and more!
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy reflect on their takeaways from the BioSteel Sports Academy development camp. They focus on the U18 level, positives and negatives of their development track, critical skills that need to be a focus, and differences between performing in a real game vs performing in practice.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy speak to making an impression at junior camps, and the value in playing for good teams. They cover the mindset behind a lot of these decisions and how to position yourself to succeed at higher levels.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss how to choose where to play. They focus specifically on the U18 age group, academics vs U18, Jr.C vs Jr.B, making decisions based on friends, and how to gauge quality development programs.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy dissect the hockey school business world and how it has developed over time. The include a discussion on different age groups, developing a business niche, quality over quantity, and other topics.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy compare and contrast girls vs boys hockey, branch into a discussion on how to coach creativity, and how to maximize the benefits of using a trainer and or skills coach.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss their current training observations through summer programming. They touch on key development gaps they see in young players, how specificity of training impacts performance outcomes in older athletes, and the role of communication in developing athletes.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy outline five key qualities of coaching. They discuss how one might rank order them in importance, and what it takes to build a great coach.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss nutrition for developing hockey players. They outline a nutritional philosophy, cover key terminology, discuss strategies for performance, and how to approach learning about food.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss the Stanley Cup final, hockey players “having fun”, and general thoughts on “elite” youth hockey players.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss the theme of nerves and mistakes in sport. They start with how to support anxious players from a parent and coaching perspective, before moving on to a coaching philosophy on ‘making mistakes’. Rounding out the podcast they touch on a broader theme of taking sport too seriously.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy cover a recent article titled ‘When Individual Hockey Skills Become An Epidemic”. They go into detail on solo skills vs team based development, how skills translate to the game, and effective strategies for adapting at the pro level. They reference many quotes from high level hockey industry professionals like Martin St. Louis, Jason Bukala, Kyle Okposo, and more!
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andytouch on a variety of high level hockey topics! They look at the Leamington Flyers organization and success moving to JR.A, the Memorial Cup winning Saginaw Spirit, and run through what it takes to make professional hockey your JOB.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy revisit the benefits of taking time away from the ice! They reference an article on early specializations and some of the problems that can arise from it, before moving on to overcomplicating training, endless reps vs quality reps, mental burnout, and other topics!
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy revisit the common question of agents in hockey. They focus mainly on high level agencies and how they represent players, before touching on the role of advisors, player promotion, and the actual role of an agent. They finish with a discussion on when an agent might be appropriate for you.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss the commitment necessary to make it as a player. They start with a discussion on where most NHLers are born before moving on to the technical aspects of the game. From the player perspective, they cover time management, hobbies and distractions, and how to stay focused.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy answer member questions. They cover how to handle injuries, jr/prospect camps, shortening the bench, meddling parents, coaching conflicts, locker room behavior, full ice vs half ice development, specialization, power tripping coaches, who to take advice from, and other topics!
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy revisit the NHL playoffs and some of the valuable players. They speak to how coaches evaluate hockey and gauging the ‘raw materials’ a player might have. From there, they finish with a discussion on baseline skill and how grittiness wins games.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy talk about the NHL playoffs, what it takes to be a winning team, and how different roles contribute. They shift gears to youth hockey parents and how to keep perspective through the development process.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy continue their thread on tryout-related topics. They cover how young players consume hockey content, trying to learn from hockey highlights, the role of motivation in your practice, NHL player habits to emulate, creating an off-season plan, and more!
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Building on last week's episode on tryouts, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss some of the key elements that players should focus on to “get noticed”. They use several examples of current players to walk through the concept of grit, what it means to ‘have good details’, how coaches can support learning, specific details of your game in each zone, and more!
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With team tryouts and training camps upcoming, Coach Eric and Coach Andy take a deep dive into the process of building a team. They discuss the timing of tryouts, the evaluation process of players, the A/AA to AAA jump, the ‘extras’ that may or may not be required, and other topics!
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In this episode, Coach Eric references a USA Hockey article and corresponding X thread to discuss the skew towards early specialization in hockey. He and Coach Andy use this to explore why the long term athletic development model is key for youth and long-term hockey success. Similarly, they discuss specializing in a certain position as a hockey player and how the game is trending towards ‘positionless’ play.
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In this episode, Coach Eric reads a note sent in from a university hockey coach about using hockey as a vehicle for life success. The boys cover in detail the importance of preparing for life beyond hockey, and ensuring you are ‘checking the boxes’ along your hockey journey. Preparing yourself for life alongside pursuing hockey does not take away from your sport focus, but enhances it.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss the process of taking advice along your hockey journey. They cover how to evaluate sources of information coming from other parents, other players, coaches, scouts, and agents/advisors.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy go through a client email they received outlining some common issues that parents might find in youth hockey. They start out on over the top parent behavior before moving into boundaries around youth teams, teaching kids HOW to work hard, the idea of ‘sacrificing’ for your goals, being a good player early in development, academy systems, and when less hockey might be the answer!
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With Coach Eric's recent trip to watch NCAA DI hockey, he and Coach Andy take a deep dive into the college game. They analyze the structure of college style of play and contrast it with the younger CHL game, discuss the extended development timeframe for college bound players, some of the lesser appreciated but key qualities of division I hockey, and where to focus your attention as a young player.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric share their thoughts on some common development questions they continue to hear in the hockey world. They discuss the insistence on playing ‘best’ competition, how much the draft matters, balancing game vs practice time, what happens when players get too much ice, and other topics!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric discuss common issues through the lens of a coach. They cover the major topics of coaches swearing on the bench and the appropriateness of benching players in youth hockey. This episode is a great window into how coaches think about different situations with their players.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric have an interesting discussion on the ‘Time Spent’ delusion. They open by pointing out the drastic changes from youth hockey to higher levels and discuss some coaching philosophies, before dissecting how much time we actually spend working on our craft.
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In the final episode of this basics mini series, Coach Andy and Coach Eric give an introduction to special teams. They look at powerplay breakouts and in-zone setups, penalty kill forecheck and in-zone defending, mindsets on both sides of the puck, and how to make decisions in different situations.
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In the third episode of this basics mini series, Coach Andy and Coach Eric discuss the offensive zone. They cover everything including forechecks, in zone positioning and cycles, entries, finding passing and shooting lanes, having a defensive vs offensive mindset, shot selection, and more!
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In the second episode of their basics mini series, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss neutral zone play. They outline a neutral zone mindset before moving on to offensive strategies and regroups, defensive structure and systems, faceoffs and backchecks, and more!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric open their basics mini series with episode 1 discussing defensive zone coverage. They outline a philosophy for defensive zone play, roles and responsibilities by position, several in-game scenarios, and strategies and drills for coaches to actually teach defensive zone.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric address whether or not a kid ‘has a chance’ to make the big leagues or get something higher level out of hockey. Following the World Juniors, they start with a discussion on the youth hockey system in Canada and how to progress development moving into the future by learning from other countries. They then move on to outline what factors are important to have a successful hockey player, examples of unlikely players that ‘made it’, the role of good timing, and where parents and coaches may have some control.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric host a special holiday ask me anything episode. They take questions from the PowerTech Online Members covering a variety of topics from players, parents, and coaches!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric answer the question “how will you be remembered”. As a player and as a person, the boys outline the key characteristics that will leave a lasting positive impact on any team or organization a player might be a part of, and lead to a bright future through and beyond hockey.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss some of the more overlooked qualities of an effective teacher. They broaden out their discussion to include coaching and parenting topics such as setting appropriate expectations, being age appropriate, knowing your audience, enforcing ‘consequences’, relatability and vulnerability, and more!
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy cover how to set your mentality against the ‘better’ teams. How should you adjust your mindset when you know you’ll lose? How can you balance being competitive vs realistic? What strategies should coaches and parents use in these situations? Listen in for discussions on these and other topics!
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss the financial considerations in youth hockey. They look at where the value is in spending money from the player, parent, and organization perspectives. They contrast the different drivers between each of these groups and how it contributes to decision making.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy cover how to make yourself a wanted commodity on any team. They discuss the common mentality of young players looking externally to solve their problems, how to become the player your team needs, the proper mindset when things go wrong, and a special message for parents.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy cover the hot topic of body-checking in hockey. They discuss the purpose of contact in the game, how to prepare for the violent nature of the sport, the positives and negatives of body contact, and the technical aspects of delivering and receiving checks.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss how to “fix” skating mechanics. They begin with a discussion on the “perfect” skating before removing into the technical pieces of quality mechanics. Closing out, they discuss five tools you can use to become a better skater.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy cover the dangers of overcoaching. They discuss how good intentions can lead to poor outcomes, the short and long term impacts of overcoaching, the importance of picking your battles, how to judge if you are overcoaching at different ages/levels, and the best ways to get kids to respond.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy explore the major differences between various levels of hockey. They discuss why the gaps between A/AA and AAA have become greater over time, as well as development differences between AAA centres. Factors such as demographics, money, coaching, and skill development take center stage for their conversation.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy deep dive into the issue of communication with today’s young athletes. They focus on the youth-adult dynamic and why this skill is so important, why it can be such a challenge for kids, and how to parent and/or coach the art of communicating at a young age.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy revisit the concept of roles in hockey. They discuss when roles become relevant to development, how different skills make up certain roles, and developing players to be versatile assets to the team.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy discuss their recent viral post about the puberty effect in youth sports. They go into detail on the positives and negatives of being early and late to hit puberty as a teen, the physical and mental changes that occur, and coaching and parenting strategies around this topic.
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In this episode, Coach Eric and Coach Andy outline the foundations for understanding nutrition. The cover philosophies that will work from a family perspective, key terms necessary to understand, how the body uses the fuel you give it, and strategies for setting up solid habits.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric discuss the many dichotomies of leadership. Reference the popular book “Dichotomy of Leadership” by Jocko Willink, they run through each of the book’s principles in the context of youth hockey development for coaches, parents, and players.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric discuss the practice of using video analysis for corrective purposes in your sport. From the coach, parent, and player perspective, they outline best practices for using this tool to set up your team or individual players for success!
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With junior camps coming to a close this week, Coach Andy and Coach Eric take the opportunity to discuss the reality of training camps. They outline the shock experienced by most rookie players and parents, the difficulty of cracking a lineup, common mistakes and the “nerves” factor, the importance of being ready and making an impact, the most effective ways to stand out, and more!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric cover some of their keys to success for starting up this season the right way. Setting the stage for the topic, they begin by sharing a client email outlining a few common problems that many in youth hockey will face. From there, they discuss mental preparation, how to coach for a hot start, developing team chemistry, fitness and nutrition, the importance of routines, managing your mental game, and the role of motivation.
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Closing out the coaching mini series, Coach Andy and Coach Eric answer member questions on all things related to coaching. Topics include how to grow as a coach, how much coaches should influence or control player training, parent coaches, lines (1, 2, and 3), best players that aren’t team players, exploring other development camps and coaches, AAA vs AA, cutting players, body-checking, and money in coaching.
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In the final episode of the Coaching Mini Series, Coach Andy and Coach Eric cover how to overcome conflicts from the coach’s perspective. Included are discussions on player issues, bullying, and slumps; parent issues including clicks and complaints; and organizations issues including costs, scheduling, players trades, and more!
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In episode 5 of the coaching mini series, Coach Andy and Coach Eric cover how to coach in a practice vs how to coach in a game. They discuss setting up practices, skills and systems, and how to be effective with your time, plus strategies for coaching behind the bench, dealing with individual players in game, pre/post game talks, and more!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric continue the coaching mini series focusing on individualized coaching strategies. They discuss how to coach individuals within the team structure, developing relationships with players, roles within the team, and managing parents and conflicts.
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In the third episode of our coaching mini series, Coach Andy and Coach Eric cover how to identify what team dynamic you have to work with. This includes coming up with a team identity, developing player roles within that identity, coaching individuals within a team structure, team leadership and accountability, and more!
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In the second episode of the coaching mini series, Coach Andy and Coach Eric discuss age appropriate coaching practices and knowing your audience. They cover strategies for success from U10 to U20 and some of the common issues coaches will face at each age.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric introduce their coaching clinic mini series. This series will cover age appropriate coaching, identifying what you have, building your team, learning to coach individuals, coaching in a practice vs game, and dealing with conflicts.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric have a nuanced conversation about power skating. They bring up questions they have on when power skating style lessons work and when they don’t, when and who they are appropriate for, definitions of skating terms, and alternative methods to improve your skating without being on the ice.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric discuss the process of addressing the gaps in your game. They point out how players constantly make comparisons to players that are older or ‘better’ for the moment, and put some perspective on the time it takes to develop into a high end player.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric cover how players, parents, and coaches can be quick to take situations personally…even if they may not be. They spend the entirety of this episode running through common conflicts in sports and shed light on how they may not be a personal attack.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric discuss the difference between good players, and the players who make it. Referencing a quote from former NHLer Steve Ott “everybody says they want it, but do they really?” the boys expand on the concept of going beyond baseline training and skill development and outline the true difference makers that they see in players.
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This episode wraps up the parenting mini series answering your questions! Coach Andy and Coach Eric answer several member questions across a wide range of topics including hockey IQ, addressing deficiencies in young players, coaches that are too intense, positional play, hazing and rookie parties, the BCHL, spring hockey, and other topics!
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In this final episode of the parenting mini series, Coach Andy and Coach Eric discuss effective strategies for supporting and communicating with your young athlete. This includes ‘positivity’, process vs outcomes, being ‘too hard’ on kids, being humble as parents, the distractions in hockey, asking questions, showing vulnerability, and other topics.
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In episode 5 of this mini series, Coach Andy and Coach Eric cover youth training and skill development both on and off the ice. They spend time discussing what skill development means, the purpose of skill development by age, what is necessary vs a luxury, what to look for in a skills coach or trainer, and more.
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In episode 4 of this mini series, Coach Andy and Coach Eric analyze all aspects of youth coaching from the parent perspective. They discuss common problems including parent coaches and favoritism, bad communicators, unbalanced coaching, misaligned views with the coach, and more!
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BONUS RELEASE
Episode 135 of the PowerTech Development Podcast is now available!
Former NHLer and current OHL Coach Andy Delmore joins the podcast for this bonus release! He and Coach Andy cover all topics from where hockey has been to where it’s going in terms of youth development, coaching, parenting, how the game is changing, and what makes a great player!
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In episode 3 of our 6-part parenting series, Coach Andy and Coach Eric outline expectations along the youth development path that are age appropriate. They breakdown each age group starting with under 8s and work through to 18 years old.
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In episode 2 of our 6-part parenting series, Coach Andy and Coach Eric cover the common pressures parents will face with their kids through youth hockey. They cover when to move from AA to AAA, training and skills coaches, spring hockey, your hometown hockey centers, agents, cost to play, and social pressure!
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This episode kicks off a 6-part mini series on parenting through sports! Coach Eric and Coach Andy use this episode to provide a general outline on the series and introduce some of the key topics that will be covered in upcoming episodes.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric answer the questions of PowerTech Online members in Ask Me Anything V. They cover topics including the NCAA vs CHL debate, hiring an agent, tips for new coaches, the cost to play, and more!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric discuss the charged topic of money in sports. While acknowledging the issues that often arise when money is involved, the boys steer away from the negativity and point out when money in sports can be beneficial, particularly to youth hockey development.
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As the post-season comes to a climax, Coach Andy and Coach Eric discuss playoff hockey. They cover how the game changes after the regular season and what it takes to be a playoff player.
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With the 2023 OHL Priority Selection approaching, Coach Andy and Coach Eric provide a mental framework for players and parents to handle all circumstances related to the draft. They discuss the highs and lows, reality vs expectations, future planning, and how to prepare mentally for curveballs and setbacks.
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In the final episode of their position series, Coach Andy and Coach Eric deep dive into the centerman position. Returning to the coach’s board, they cover small details like faceoffs and mindset and responsibilities you should have in all three zones.
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In episode 2 of their position series, Coach Andy and Coach Eric cover the foundations of quality defending. They bring out the coaches board to go over defending off the rush, dzone coverage, neutral zone transitions, offensive zone play, and more!
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As part of their position series, Coach Andy and Coach Eric start off with a masterclass on playing wing. Inspired by a recent client consultation, Coach Andy provides a detailed breakdown of all three zones for young players to truly understand the game beyond hard skills. Though the focus is wingers, this episode is a great resource for players at all positions, as well as parents and coaches to better understand the game.
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In this episode, Coach Andy shares what he would change if he could redo his hockey career. As a high OHL draft pick and U17 Team Canada player, he and Coach Eric dissect some key insights for young players to learn from on their own development journey.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric take a deep dive on being a ‘team player’. They discuss implementing team concepts in youth hockey and where parents can be helpful, points of conflict within the team dynamic, the proper mindset for parents and players, individual vs team success, and more!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric cover how to create a skill development plan on a budget, or with limited resources. They discuss skill development in general and some of the problems you may run into, evaluating resources and cutting costs, and a step-by-step to developing your own development plan.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric discuss keeping perspective as a parent, coach, and a player. They keep this theme through several topics including dealing with refs, parent behavior at the rink, interactions between parents and coaches, coaches “punishing” their team, and balancing multiple sports. Closing out the episode, Coach Eric references the book Range by David Epstein and how it relates to best practices for development.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric cover the topic of “practice players” and pregame routines. They start by answering a listener question on how to convert quality play in practice to be effective in a real game. This leads them into a discussion on how to properly prime your in-game performance through an optimal routine.
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With recent events and media stories in hockey, Coach Andy and Coach Eric discuss the media hype machine in sports. They touch on some of the controversies, the media’s need for a story, how to distinguish hype from reality, and the negative impacts that trickle down through youth hockey.
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Former 2nd overall OHL pick and 6th overall NHL pick, Adam Bennett, joins the podcast for this bonus release! Adam is a former player, current player advisor, and certified mindset coach. He works with clients at all levels specializing in proactive success, mental strength, and peak performance strategies.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric reflect on some of their recent parent conversations to address the most common concerns voiced in the hockey community. They take a deep dive into coaching, how much ice players need for great development, wanting to switch teams, playing other sports, the tendency to want fast results, and more!
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With the CHL trade deadline passing, Coach Andy and Coach Eric analyze and discuss trades in hockey. They compare the trade process to player transfers in the NCAA, the positive and negative reasons for trades from the team and player perspectives, and advice for parents whose player might be in this situation.
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Going into the new year, Coach Andy and Coach Eric share tips on having a strong second half. Outside of skill development, they discuss other key soft skills that you should focus on to make a difference in all elements of the game.
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Inspired by the 2023 World Junior Championships, Coach Andy and Coach Eric reflect on the development systems of other nations. They cover why smaller population centers can be competitive with big hockey nations, and how we can learn from the training methods of other nations.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric discuss some of the most popular trends in youth hockey development. They cover coaching strategies behind the bench, the philosophies behind shaping players into a certain position, and the role of team systems in development.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric share their top tips for becoming a better teacher. They start off outlining some of the common problems they see with adults in a teaching role before giving practical guidance you can implement as a coach, parent, or any type of teacher.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric discuss the disappointments in sports and how to manage them. From injuries to ice time, they cover the types of disappointments you might face, mental strategies to overcome the issues, and tips for parents/coaches in a supporting role.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric outline the steps to shoot like a pro! They discuss building the right foundation through practice, age appropriate training and lessons, the mechanics of shooting, and how to shoot in game situations.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric respond to your comments on their recent viral video “How Coaches Can BREAK PLAYERS”. They discuss the extremes perspectives on the issues of player treatment by coaches, share their thoughts on playing to win vs playing for development, and contrast abusive coaching practices with having a ‘victim’ mentality.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the future of youth hockey. They cover different development systems and the pros and cons of each, boundaries in picking teams, academies, and predictions about the future.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss how parents can be HELPFUL or HARMFUL when their young athletes face difficult circumstances. They cover when it is appropriate to step in as a parent, how to get useful feedback from a coach, being objective as a parent, and where coaches go wrong in minor hockey.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric share some of their favourite players to watch in the NHL. They discuss players at all positions, some of the most impressive attributes about their game, and cover the different paths each player took to reach the professional level.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss why you NEED to OWN YOUR GAME. They outline how to take responsibility for your own performance, dealing with a coach you feel is ‘screwing’ you, making an impact in the game beyond getting points, and advocating for yourself!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric share some unconventional advice for players, parents, and coaches. They discuss the value of detachment in analyzing circumstances, how to get the most out of your practice drills and training, and specific tips for players at each position.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the purpose of a team captain. They outline the role of a captain, the process of picking team captains, leadership in general, examples of good and bad leaders, whether or not having captains is important, and how to lead without a letter.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric answer the questions of PowerTech Online members in Ask Me Anything IV. They cover topics including appropriate training for U8 players, how to mitigate nervousness when being scouted/evaluated, preparing for tryouts, what makes a good skater, balancing hockey with life, in-season training, and more!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric take a look back on their past coaches - the good, the bad, and the ugly. They discuss the traits that make a quality coach, some of their personal favourites and why, the negative experiences they’ve had with coaches, and the DOs and DONTs of coaching.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric cover the hot topic of tryouts in minor hockey. They discuss the evaluation process, signing and cutting kids, coaching communication, the behavior of parents, and more!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric discuss how to find your place on a new team. They cover the topic from the perspective of a rookie and a veteran/returning player, and how to support young players through the uncertainty as a parent and a coach.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric wrap up the 2022 training camp season with the completion of OHL, junior, and travel team tryouts. They discuss going into camps as a first year vs veteran player, the development process and ‘paying your dues’, the uncertainty that comes with a new season, and battling through adversity.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric cover how your training should change during the season. They breakdown how off-ice training should be structured at each age, the role of intention in your training, and how to continue your personal skill training around your team schedule.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric discuss what they call ‘The Brain Diet’. They outline the importance of having quality inputs to your mind, developing mental resilience, the role of your environment, and advice for players and parents to stay on track with a development plan.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric discuss training camps and moving away to play hockey. They cover how to prepare for camp, how to make an impact, the appropriate mental framework depending on your chances of making it, dealing with coaches, rookie/veteran dynamics, and preparing to move away.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric answer the common question of how to stand out as a hockey player. They cover how to train skills that transfer to the game, the “skill guy” problem, evolving your game at higher levels, the mental framework needed to grow as a player, and related topics!
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In this episode, Coach Andy is joined by former NHLer and current Florida Panthers Pro Scout, Dalton Prout. Dalton shares his unique insights from his playing days and his role in scouting. They discuss the truth of how scouts assess players and how to stand out, advice for young players, development in junior hockey, and more!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss how to STICK TO THE PLAN. Whether off-season workouts or on-ice training, the boys outline how to avoid overdoing it, where discipline applies and the ‘more isn’t always better’ principle, the common triggers that pull parents and players away from their progress, where the real differences makers are between the elite and the average.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric review PowerTech’s first big week of off-season training. They share perspectives on what you should look for in off-season coaching, how to structure programming, the importance of environment and brining energy, what ‘game applicable’ skills actually means, making adjustments based on the individual, and more!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric cover the NHL Draft. They review the 2022 NHL Draft selections, the media hype machine leading up to the draft, how to handle the circumstances as players and parents, different player development systems around the world, and more!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric answer the questions of PowerTech Online members in Ask Me Anything III. They cover topics including in-game skill development, how players interact with coaches (and vice versa), working out, dressing room dynamics, life after hockey, and more!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric revisit the big debate of NCAA vs OHL. They touch on the hockey specific factors that players should be weighing, and dig into the deeper levels that families should be considering when making the decision.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric cover coaching for beginners. They cover some general tips for inexperienced coaches, how to create team success, coaching different ages and skill levels, developing systems, coaching behind the bench, and more!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss elements of the maturing process as boys become men. They cover the importance of being adaptable, living in the past, how young players mature through their teenage years, and how to become a reliable and responsible young man.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric run through several professional development tips for young hockey players. They touch on the role of hard work, mistakes that professionals make in their life away from their sport, why getting an edge early can make a huge difference, the importance of never being satisfied, the NHL combine, and other topics!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric provide a framework for how scouts evaluate hockey players. They go over the different categories a scout might be grading, how they breakdown each skill for evaluation, and how you can use this knowledge to improve your training protocol.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the player development process and the importance of learning how to lose. They cover everything from bouncing back from setbacks, to the common trope of ‘hating to lose’, learning how to lose, and other topics.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric cover one of the most requested topics - HOCKEY IQ. They cover everything from what hockey IQ is, whether or not it’s a trait you can learn, and three tips to try and improve it!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the concept of ‘less is more’ vs ‘more is more’. They address where athletes tend to overdo it when it comes to on-ice and off-ice training, and what a better use of extra time and resources might look like if you’re looking to get better!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric provide a framework for developing an off-season development plan. They discuss the factors you should take into account, how to personalize a plan, and setting yourself up for success on the ice, in the gym, in the kitchen, and recovering mentally and physically.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the widely requested topic of confidence. They cover everything from confidence on and off the ice, building confidence, losing confidence, and overconfidence.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric provide a framework for you to develop your puck control skills. They discuss everything from body position to practice techniques and outline where your attention should be focused to get actual in-game results.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric outline a framework to help you get out of a slump! They discuss the topic from the player perspective, outline how coaching can help their players get through tough stretches during the season, and a few parenting tips for when your kid “slumps”.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric take a deep dive into the interview process for OHL, NCAA, or other junior hockey teams! They walk through how best to prepare yourself and walk through some of the common questions you can expect from a general manager, coach, or scout!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric shed light on the reality of what it means to make it to the next level in hockey. They provide a framework for managing expectations, outline what the competition looks like in junior hockey, and how best to prepare for the reality of being a rookie.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the bad habits hockey players can develop both at and away from the rink. Everything from bad body language to poor performance in school, they cover all of the common behaviors and character traits that you need to stay away from!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss being on the road and what you need to consider to be prepared as a hockey player. They cover minor hockey weekend trips, the parent perspective on traveling, what to do as a player at the junior level, and more!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric outline a framework you can use to help better understand your coach! There are many consistent disconnects between coaches, players, and parents, and the boys use this episode to address some of the most common among them!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the hot topic of “being tough” in hockey. They cover how to keep toughness age appropriate, how to keep a game in control, the role of fighting, the true qualities of a tough player, and the different types of toughness.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the importance of training intention and having a purpose. They cover hockey specific training modalities, the purpose of off-ice training, the force-velocity curve, the ‘it depends’ principle, and more.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the fact that there is no recipe for success in hockey. From different training systems to parenting' tactics, the boys explore several examples to demonstrate there is no step-by-step process or pattern you can follow to make it in the game.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric present what they feel are the basics of nutrition. Whether you’re a young player looking to fuel your performance optimally, or mom and dad trying to create a healthier environment at home, listen in for a high level outline of the nutrition space.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric outline what you can do to become a leader. They discuss the concept of Extreme Ownership, how to better lead your team, and, most importantly, how to lead yourself!
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss age appropriate training and development from both a parent and player perspective. They cover how to make the jump to the next level, parents pushing their kids vs. going overboard, parenting guidelines to judging their own behavior, what types of training are appropriate at which age, and other topics!
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric cover a variety of topics relating to social media and self-development. They discuss how to properly use social media as a tool for learning, several examples of how to evaluate resources that you come across, and the development path of young players looking to make it to the next level.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric provide your one stop shop for skating success. They cover the various microskills associated with skating that are worth your time and attention, namely: posture, edgework (turning), power development, speed vs. quickness, deceleration, crossovers, and more!
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss how best to deal with parent behavior that may be detrimental to your hockey performance. They outline several steps young players can take to try and make the situation better, and address parents directly about the potentially negative impact of their actions.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric provide a framework for promoting yourself as a player. They discuss sending video to teams/schools, how to properly prepare a ‘promotion’ package, comparing yourself to the success of others, getting noticed, and more!
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric go over a list of 10 desirable qualities that require zero talent to attain. They present these 10 things as ways to improve your game (and life) without having the ‘lack of talent’ excuse.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss late birthdays and bloomers in hockey. They cover the progression of young players who might start out behind due to the late birthday, the lessons players and parents can learn from developing later (or earlier), and some OHL and NHL examples of top players who were ‘late bloomers’.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the concept of ‘maturity’ in hockey, and as an athlete. They expand on the concept in terms of on-ice play and away from the rink, as well as how to be mature as a parent while facilitating the development of your child.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss effective communication methods from the coaching perspective. They cover team dynamics, arrogance in coaching, how to set up your team from day one, and much more!
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss everything to do with the physical part of hockey. They cover giving and receiving hits, tips for coaching body checking, tips for players to become more physical, fighting, and more!
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the past, present, and future of hockey. They go into detail on how the game originated, the evolution of the rules, today’s game, and where hockey is going in the future.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric respond to your comments! They cover everything from becoming a pro to parenting mentalities in the hopes of clearing up some of the common misconceptions in the hockey world.
The episode opens with the boys talking about the purpose of the podcast and how it’s been evolving over time, followed by a shoutout to the OHLs Guelph Storm – Coach Andy’s favourite team!
Following the using bullshit, Coach Andy and Eric move on to respond to your comments on social media. Topics include:
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Thoughts on how build confidence
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Parents paying so their kid ‘makes it’
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The amazing skill level of NHL pros
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Minor hockey being thought of as a ‘business’
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Soft parenting and mental health
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NCAA vs. OHL
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How smaller players can stand out
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Pregame routines
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Partying lifestyle
In this episode, Coach Andy provides a one stop shop for all things passing and shooting. He and Eric discuss the correct way to practice these skills, details on the proper mechanics, and how to effectively translate these skills in-game!
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss how to effectively support an athlete in all scenarios of sport. They cover short term setbacks, long term goals, and how to effectively help the athlete manage their mindset in any circumstance.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the transition to life after hockey. They both touch on their own experiences moving on from the game, and what lessons young players should be learning to prepare for the real world outside of sport.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric outline the path of a rookie going through their first year of junior hockey. They discuss the circumstances most rookies will have to deal with, the newness of moving to a higher level, what your expectations should be in your first year, and how to avoid the mental traps that are sure to come up.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric cover the common debate between the NCAA and CHL route in hockey. Referencing listener questions, the boys share their thoughts on how to make the decision, the benefits and drawbacks of each path, and other factors you should consider when pursuing NCAA vs the CHL.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric analyze their own players careers and discuss some of the key factors leading to them coming up short on their ultimate goal. They cover the mental and physical side of game, and what aspects they could and could not control. This is a great episode to help young players avoid some needless mistakes.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric use Navy Seal concepts to discuss the benefits of having extreme habits. Becoming exceptional requires sacrifice, and there is no better example of properly developing the characteristics needed than those developed in military training. The boys site several quotes and mentors to describe the traits you should work towards en route to making the next level.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric finish part two of their first Ask Me Anything segment answering your questions! This discussion covers everything from in-season training and nutrition, to pre-game preparation and the jump to junior hockey!
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric wrap up this year’s OHL training camps.
They start with a great story on a 12th round pick signing out of camp, and go on to discuss the big differences young players can expect when making the jump to the OHL.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric answer your questions!
They first touch on the OHL camps that started up this past week, and then move into the questions asked by young players that were just drafted or are approaching their OHL draft year.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric go over the common distractions young athletes face as they mature through the game.
Everything from video games and nutrition, to the big hitters like girls and partying. They provide a framework for dealing with these issues in the hopes that you stay on track and learn to navigate difficult situations.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss what it takes to make it to the next level in hockey.
They detail the character traits players need to be noticed, skills to add to your game on the ice, elements you should look to display in training camp, and how parents can better aid their kids along the development path.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric cover the importance of having a “good” attitude, especially as a young player. They first define what it means to have a good attitude, the reasons why it is important as you develop, and how parents and coaches can help their players in this area.
In this episode, Coach Andy is joined by OHL Central Scouting’s, Kevin Hess. They discuss the inner workings of being a scout, how players are ranked, the key criteria scouts look for, and what players/parents/coaches can do to have the best chance at getting noticed.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the different mentalities they find in training young players and professionals. From training and team dynamics to parents and coaches, the boys cover a variety of topics on how you should approach the game mentally. To close they touch on some of the common speed training and power skating questions.
In this episode, Coach Andy is joined by Edmonton Oilers Strength & Conditioning Coach, Chad Drummond.
Learn how to structure off-season training, maintenance protocols in-season, injury prevention, sleep and nutrition, and common mistakes in fitness programs and exercise execution. This episode is jam packed from start to finish with quality information/resources to help you take an intelligent approach to your hockey training. At times, the talk gets somewhat technical, and the external sources mention will be of great utility in deepening your own understanding.
Sleep:
– Cheri D Ma
– Brandon Marcello www.brandonmarcellophd.com
Nutrition:
– Dr John Berardi: www.precisionnutrition.com
Training:
– Cal Dietz: www.triphasictraining.com
– Mike Boyle: www.bodybyboyle.com
– Brett Bartholemew: www.brettbartholemew.net
– Louie Simmons: www.westsidebarbell.com
– Fergus Connolly: www.fergusconnolly.com
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the importance of playing without the puck.
They cover lesser-known skills and tips that make a player effective without possession. From the d-zone, neutral zone, and o-zone, the mindset and skills necessary to excel are outlined in detail for all positions.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric cover the ins and outs of coaching from the minor hockey to junior level. Coach Andy recounts some of his own coaching experience in discussing how to come up with a team identity, how to properly communicate with players, and how to come up with practice plans to fit your team.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric cover the hot topic of “agents”, especially in minor hockey.
They discuss the role of an agent, what their role is in the game, what agents DON’T do, red flags when seeking out an agent, who actually needs an agent, and more!
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the value of different practices and themes related to hockey. Find out Coach Andy’s thoughts on what is underrated/overrated in terms of recovery and training protocols to better shape your development.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the importance of competition and how to become a competitor.
They cover the topic of ‘superteams’ and the negatives that can come from always winning, how to create a winnable battle even on a below average team, and how to learn and develop your own compete level.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric have a wrap up discussion on the 2021 OHL Priority Selection.
They cover Coach Andy’s experience going through it with his son, what players can expect for next year whether they were drafted or not, and a reflection on what parents should take away from this experience.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric outline the principles needed to have a quality nutrition regimen as an athlete.
They cover general nourishment guidelines surrounding your food choices, how to create better eating habits, and how to structure a game day protocol for yourself. The discussion also includes tips on how to reframe your thinking about nutrition to better suit an athlete lifestyle.
In this episode, Coach Andy is joined by former NHLer and current Assistant Coach of the OHLs Windsor Spitfires, Mike Weber.
Mike demonstrates an intense passion for the game while taking us through his hard-working journey from youth hockey to junior, and from professional to coaching. He touches on youth hockey and agents, while going into detail on his time with the Windsor Spitfires (as a player), playing 8 years with the Buffalo Sabres, and finally his transition to coaching in the OHL.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric provide a framework for inexperienced athletes to structure an off-season training program.
They discuss the general principles that should be held when training for hockey as opposed to other sports, what to prioritize in your training, and how to take a phased and progressive approach to prepare for training camp.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric cover a few excerpts from the book “There’s No Plan ‘B’ in Your ‘A’ Game” by Bo Eason.
The episode opens with a discussion on the importance of developing listening as a skill. Coach Andy then shares a few key points from the book including the necessity of fully committing to your development journey, using your resources, and the benefit of pursuing something difficult in your life.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the future of players that go UNDRAFTED.
The boys open with a conversation on the circumstances of this years’ (2021) OHL Draft, and what the scouts and general managers have done to prepare. They move on to outline the various paths a young player can follow if they do go undrafted, and what the appropriate mentality is in handling the disappointment.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the unavoidable mental habit of comparing yourself to others.
They cover what it means to make comparisons, healthy vs. unhealthy comparisons at all levels of hockey, and what parents and coaches can do to help their players handle this mental habit.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric cover the importance of asking questions in pursuit of your goals.
The episode opens by answering a viewer question on what it means to have ‘balance’ and the implications of participating in different social situations as a young athlete. This leads to an extended conversation on why players tend to shy away from seeking help, what it means to ask quality questions, and how this practice can have an incredibly positive impact on your development.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the hot topic of “politics” in hockey.
The boys open with a discussion on the importance of being well-rounded in hockey and always presenting your best. The talk then moves on to discuss the darker side of hockey and what the term ‘politics’ actually means. Coach Andy finishes with his thoughts on the impact of politics on the game, and how much it can affect the career of a player.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric outline some quick tips for handling a team interview.
The interview process can make all the difference in capitalizing on an opportunity. Practicing the ability to have an adult conversation and communicate well articulated responses can make or break an athlete. Whether the CHL, NCAA, or any other junior or professional team, the boys cover some of the common questions’ players will be asked by coaches/management and how to come up with appropriate answers.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss what it means to be emotionally tough in sports. The two breakdown how you can better handle criticism as a player, how to facilitate the development of a resilient athlete as a parent, and how to improve your communication as a coach.
In this episode, Coach Andy is joined by recently retired NHLer and 10-year professional hockey player, Dalton Prout. The two discuss Dalton’s path to become a pro, the key steps to get there, and tips on how parents and coaches can better facilitate the development of young players.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss what it means to “play the long game”. By keeping long terms goals as the primary driver in life, young athletes will be better equipped to make good decisions that positively shape their future. The two discuss how this can be accomplished, some of the major decisions young hockey players will face, and how to use hockey as a vehicle for a great future outside of the game.
In this episode, Coach Andy describes what he calls “The Coach and The Critic”.
Everyone has competing voices in their head – one that is encouraging and motivating, and the other that is negative and doubtful. Through their own experiences in hockey and life, Coach Andy and Eric discuss how you can better train your inner Coach and control your inner Critic.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the OHL draft and what it truly means for the career of a player.
They revisit the 2013 OHL priority selection and discuss where the former top players are today, and what general outcomes can be expected for the 300 players chosen.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the importance of always being prepared for opportunities in hockey, and life.
Recounting his trip to Russia training with NHL hall of famer Igor Larionov, Coach Andy goes over some of the keys to his success in getting that opportunity, and how he was able to excel with it. The boys go on to breakdown what it means to be prepared and the action steps you can take to ensure readiness in hockey and beyond.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric breakdown the process of seeking help in hockey.
With the path to success being so difficult, the two discuss where to find help and how to evaluate whether the resource is adequate. They go on to discuss how coaches can make themselves a resource in youth hockey, and how to shape your mentality as a player to find the help you need. Coach Andy also presents several key takeaways from a recent podcast with NHL great Kris Draper.
In this episode, Coach Andy reads several excerpts from the popular book "The Way Of The Fight" by UFC legend Georges St-Pierre. He and Eric discuss the path St-Pierre took to becoming a champion, focusing mostly on his early stages on development, his mentality as a kid, and the early judgements of his coaches. They go on to contextualize these lessons for young players looking to grow in the sport.
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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric breakdown why having a purpose is the key driver to your success.
As a player, the two discuss how you can define a purpose to nurture your goals. For parents and coaches, they touch on how to facilitate the development of a young athlete by helping them to align with their purpose on the day-to-day.
Coach Stephen DiLustro earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from UMass Lowell, followed by a Masters Degree in Teaching Education from the University of Arizona. Growing up, he partook in all sports until high school where track and field became his main focus.
Drawing inspiration from his uncle who was an avid gym user, Stephen observed early on that the work in the weight room directly transferred to better performance on the track. From there, the fitness industry became his calling and he landed his first Strength & Conditioning job at a local high school. The then went on to work as a Strength Coach at Brown University, University of Arizona, and Stanford University.
Following his time working with various university athletic programs, Coach DiLustro found himself frequently assisting San Jose Sharks Strength Coach Mike Potenza with team related training, eventually leading to a job offer as the Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach in 2018. Coach DiLustro recognizes Potenza as his most influential mentor in Strength & Conditioning.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss parenting surrounding youth sports.
They touch on common problems with the uninformed parent, overanalyzing and over-involvement, and what to look for in trainers and coaches to make sure you are well informed when it comes to your child.
In this episode, Coach Andy sits down with 20-year NHL veteran, Kris Draper. They discuss everything from player development, scouting, parents, and coaching through the lens of Kris' storied carrier. Through his experience in minor, junior, and professional hockey, as well as his role scouting in the Red Wings organization, this interview offers great insights covering all aspects of the game.
Draper was one of the greatest "finds" in NHL history. He played 1000+ games and 17 seasons with the Detroit Red Wings, helping them win the Stanley Cup four times from 1997-2008 -- all after being acquired from the Winnipeg Jets for exactly $1.
The Jets selected Draper, a centre from Toronto, in the third round (No. 62) of the 1989 NHL Draft after he played the 1988-89 season with Canada's national junior team. He went on to play one more season with Canada, helping it finish first at the 1990 IIHF World Junior Championship.
Draper retired after the 2010-11 season with 364 points (161 goals, 203 assists) in 1,157 regular-season games, and 46 points (24 goals, 22 assists) in 222 Stanley Cup Playoff games.
After retiring, Draper remained with the Red Wings in a number of roles, including director of amateur scouting.
In this episode, Coach Andy breakdown the importance of developing simple daily habits to achieve your goals.
The pair introduce the concept of creating “The Slight Edge” for yourself over others – a principle derived from the popular book written by Jeff Olson. In short, creating little habits for yourself that are seemingly insignificant on the day-to-day will make all the difference in the long run.
In this episode we learn what scouts really look for in a player from off-ice behaviour and family life, to on-ice skills and hockey sense. Hear firsthand where the emphasis lies when selecting a player, what background checks are done, and what factors contribute to predicting a player’s potential.
Prior to working in Hockey Operations, Brian worked on the business side of hockey. He earned a degree in Kinesiology and a Masters in Sport Management from the University of Windsor then proceeded to do a year-long internship with the Detroit Red Wings.
Following his time as an intern, Brian started his career building the corporate sales for the Saginaw Spirit as they were relocated from North Bay. He continued progressing with Saginaw and eventually made a move to Vice President of Hockey Operations with the Sarnia Sting of the OHL. In 2015 Brian went back to Saginaw as the Assistant General Manager and Head Scout and remains in that role today.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric sit down to discuss the necessity for quality hours spent honing your craft - or DEEP PRACTICE as some call it.
Everything from what it means, how to apply it, and what the results will be, are covered in detail. As always, several stories and examples are shared to help illustrate the usefulness of devoting time to deep practice across many domains.
In this episode we hear about the habits and traits of players who stand out, as well as the pitfalls players can fall victim too, from NHLPA Certified Agent, Ian Pulver.
As a lawyer and NHLPA Certified Agent, Ian Pulver is the founder of the well-known hockey player agency, Will Sports Group (WSG). WSG has become a major presence in the hockey industry representing and advising some of the best players in the world including Tyler Seguin, Mike Cammalleri, Thomas Chabot, and others.
Prior to forming WSG, Ian worked as a labour attorney at the NHLPA for 15 years. During his tenure at the NHLPA, Pulver participated in the negotiation drafting and enforcement of the 1992 (Strike), 1994 (Lockout) and the 2004 (Lockout) NHL Collective Bargaining Agreements. During his time with the NHLPA, he was the primary contact person interacting with players between 1991 and 2006.
Pulver has been recognized on several occasions by The Hockey News as one of the most influential people in hockey. Pulver from time to time makes appearances on sports radio shows to address major issues in the sports world, as his experience is unparalleled in the industry. He recently started his own podcast called "The Hockey News Storytellers" which is available across all platforms.
This interview is fantastic for all players, parents, and coaches looking to better understand some of the “business” side of hockey, and how to prepare young players to get noticed in the scouting world.
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric breakdown the challenges and obstacles that young athletes face as they move on to higher levels of sport.
Everything from moving away from home and billeting, to team dynamics and hazing are discussed with a focus on how young players can prepare themselves to handle these situations.
In this episode, Sean Venedam joins the podcast to share his incredible story! A former OHL star and professional hockey player, Sean Venedam embodies what it means to be a captain.
As a talented and hardworking young player, Sean skated in the Ontario Hockey League for the Sudbury Wolves where he capped his career with a 47 goal season. He then moved on the play in the AHL and ECHL from 1998-2008. In his 2008, season his career ended with a break to his tibia and fibula, requiring eight surgeries and ultimately an amputation. Sean’s incredible story comes full circle as he later joined Canada’s Standing Amputee Hockey Team where he won a gold medal at the world championships.
Sean maintains an incredible outlook on life and is a great resource for anyone struggling with mental or physical obstacles in hockey, or in life. Today, he runs a sports store - 4Hundred Source for Sports - in downtown Barrie, Ontario. You can follow Sean and his business on instagram @Venedam.Sean, @the400cup, and @4hundredsfs!
This is an incredibly motivating story and a must watch for all young hockey players. Enjoy this episode with Sean Venedam!
In this episode, Coach Andy discusses everything to do with the Ontario Hockey League with Kyle Pereira, OHL Director of Player Recruitment. Learn about the OHL route and how it prepares players for a life in professional hockey. Hear the true details about the OHL draft, school packages, and opportunities after junior hockey.
Kyle is the acting Director of Player Recruitment for the Ontario Hockey League. He is responsible for developing and implementing league recruitment strategy and activities and liaising with Minor Midget teams across Ontario and parts of the United States. He works closely with Minor Midget players and families to provide them with information and education regarding the opportunities the OHL provides. Kyle also helps further the development of the OHL Alumni Association, engage with and grow its membership, and coordinate annual events.
Kyle spent four seasons in the OHL with the Brampton Battalion and Guelph Storm, eventually moving on to the USports level playing four seasons with the St. Mary’s Huskies. He has won several academic and leadership awards throughout his career including the Roger Neilson Memorial Award (OHL), and USports All-Canadian Academic Team honors.
In this episode, Coach Andy discusses the ins and outs of college hockey with Mike Snee, Executive Director of College Hockey Inc. Learn about the advantages of college hockey, how to get a scholarship, the rules to obtain a college scholarship, and much more.
A talented hockey executive with experience in amateur hockey and the NHL, Mike Snee was named College Hockey, Inc.’s Executive Director on Aug. 28, 2012. In this role he guides College Hockey Inc.’s marketing efforts to promote Division I men’s college hockey and its work to help grow the number of institutions offering the sport.
Snee is a member of the USA Hockey Board of Directors and serves on USA Hockey’s Junior Council. He is also a member of the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Board of Directors.
Visit www.collegehockeyinc.com for more information!
In this episode, Dr. Lanoue discusses how to excel on the ice and in the classroom. He recounts his own personal story while outlining the habits hockey teaches for success.
Dr. Derek Lanoue is a recent graduate of the University of Ottawa School of Medicine, currently practicing in Ottawa, Ontario. He was a 2009-10 Memorial Cup winner with the Windsor Spitfires of the Ontario Hockey League, and back-to-back winner of the OHL’s Roger Neilson Award as the top academic player in 2009 and 2010. Dr. Lanoue finished his hockey career with the University of Windsor where he earned a USports Academic All Canadian Award.
Demonstrating outstanding performance in academics and athletics, Dr. Lanoue is a phenomenal example of using hockey as an invaluable development tool to succeed in life.
In this episode, Coach Andy discusses the science behind mental toughness with Dr. Krista Chandler of the University of Windsor. Dr. Chandler’s areas of research include the use of imagery in sport, the application of sport psychology interventions, exercise and mental health, and disability sport.
Dr. Chandler has been a Faculty member in the Kinesiology Department at the University of Windsor since 1999, specializing in sport, exercise and performance psychology. In addition to her teaching and research (specializing in visualization and mental skills training), she has her own consulting business, The Mental Link, in which she works with individuals striving to enhance their sport performance through the use of mental training.
Through The Mental Link, she has counseled both able-bodied athletes and athletes with a disability from the recreational through to the Olympic level. In this respect, Krista traveled to Beijing in September 2008 with the Canadian Paralympic Boccia and Swimming teams and staged with the Canadian Paralympic Swim team prior to the London 2012 Games. She has traveled with sport teams to the Para Pan American Games, World Championships and various International Competitions. Other notable athletes with whom she has worked include Canadian Olympic Ice Dancing team, world champion boxer and OHL Windsor Spitfires Organization.
As both an athlete and a coaching professional, Dr. Chandler recognizes the importance of staying well informed of new developments in research and consulting techniques. In this respect, Krista has an active research program to ensure that the individuals with whom she works are able to use every tool possible to achieve peak performance.
For more on Dr. Chandler’s work visit the University of Windsor website!
In this episode, Coach Andy discusses the mental side of the game with Dr. Jason Novetsky, sport psychologist and founder of Champion Mindset Group. Learn how to deal with pressure and anxiety, be in the moment, control the controllables, and own your mental traps.
As a coach, Dr. Novetsky subscribes to the notion that talent is over-emphasized and mental toughness is the competitive advantage that creates champions. Using several methods, he focuses on developing mental workout programs to prepare for competition and creating plans to sustain focus and respond to adversity during performance. For more on Dr. Novetsky and his related work, visit https://www.champmindset.com!