Glass and Out
262 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsThe Coaches Site Founder Aaron Wilbur sits down with some of hockey’s top coaches and leaders to learn about their journey and dissect the lessons they’ve learned along the way. Each episodes features key take aways for coaches of all levels. The Glass & Out podcast is required listening for coaches looking to gain key insights from hockey’s most influential leaders.
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PWHL Ottawa Head Coach Carla MacLeod: The privilege of coaching, 4 ingredients for success and strategies for building relationships
April 25, 2024 11:00 - 35 minutes - 48.8 MBIn episode #256 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we revisit PWHL Ottawa and Czech Women's National Team Head Coach Carla MacLeod’s presentation on creating authentic connections, which she delivered at last year’s TCS Live coaching conference. As you know, our flagship event, TCS Live, is coming up June 20-22 at the University of Michigan. Every year, the best presentations to come out of the event are linked to the presenters or coaches lived experience. The information is somehow linked to ...
Nashville Predators Skills Coach Sébastien Bordeleau: Developing instinct, utilizing small area games and growth of hockey in Nashville
April 18, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 91.6 MBIn episode #255 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we welcome former NHL player and current Skill Development Coach for the Nashville Predators, Sébastien Bordeleau. Coming up in Junior hockey, Bordeleau possessed a ton of offensive skill, which led to him being drafted by his hometown Montreal Canadiens in the 3rd round. However, as his pro career unfolded, he had the foresight to develop a new set of skills that would serve him as a bottom 6, penalty killing checker. It's this experience th...
Seven-Time Stanley Cup Champion Barry Smith: Developing hockey sense, learning from Scotty Bowman and creating player identities
April 11, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 138 MBIn episode #254 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we're joined by seven-time Stanley Cup Champion and someone who is woven into the fabric of some of the best NHL teams of all-time, Barry Smith. Smith spent 18 years behind an NHL bench, capturing back to back championships with the Pittsburgh Penguins as an Assistant Coach, three Cups riding shotgun with Scotty Bowman in Detroit, and two more with the Chicago Blackhawks as their Director of Player Evaluation. His resume also includes time co...
Saskatoon Blades Head Coach Brennan Sonne: Stopping Connor Bedard, making the right decision and defence through compete
April 04, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 103 MBIn episode #253 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we welcome friend of the show, former presenter at TCS Live and one of the top young coaches in the game, Brennan Sonne. At the time of this release, Sonne is leading the Saskatoon Blades in the first round of the WHL playoffs. This past season, his third at the helm, the Blades reached the 50 win mark for just the third time in franchise history, and captured the organization’s fifth regular season WHL crown. At 36, Sonne is already over 10 ...
Austrian National Team U20 Head Coach Philipp Pinter: Setting yourself on fire, being your authentic self and being an active listener
March 28, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 101 MBIn episode #252 of the Glass and Out Podcast, our guest is Philipp Pinter, the Head Coach of both Austria’s U18 and U20 National Teams. If you didn’t grow up in Austria and play for the National Team, then it might be easy to focus on the reasons why Austria can’t be successful internationally. But Pinter doesn’t seem overly concerned with that. What he does seem focused on is creating a learning environment that makes his passion for hockey and representing Austria internationally contagi...
USHL Vice-President of Hockey Operations Ian Gentile: Mental wellness of players, encouraging multi-sport athletes and USHL growth
March 21, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBIn episode #251 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we're joined by the USHL’s Vice-President of Hockey Operations, Ian Gentile. In his role, Gentile has his hands in a numbers of areas that influence player development. His job description includes the USHL's central registry and drafts, player safety and supplemental discipline. The league's recent success has resulted in it becoming a major source of NHL talent. In fact, last season saw 51 players with USHL ties selected in the NHL, marking t...
Boston University Head Coach Tara Watchorn: Efficient line changes, players leading their own careers and impact of the PWHL
March 14, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBIn episode #250 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we welcome Head Coach of the Boston University Women's Team, Tara Watchorn. She is in the midst of her first season of leading her alma mater and is only the second coach in the program’s history, taking over from the coach she both played for, and who brought her back as a Assistant Coach, Brian Durocher. You can catch her this June at TCS Live, hockey's premiere coaching conference. Listen as she shares her strategy on making efficient l...
The Global Skills Showcase is LIVE!
March 07, 2024 13:00 - 2 minutes - 3.5 MBHey everyone! We're taking a pause the pod this week, as we're hosting the Global Skills Showcase! The 5 day virtual event features five of the world's top hockey skills coaches, as they dive deep into the key elements and fundamental skills needed to develop elite hockey players. Find out more about how to join here!
Coach of Head Coaches Cody Royle: The craft of coaching, teams become their leaders and overcoming fear
February 29, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 125 MBIn episode #249 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we're joined by Cody Royle, who holds the position of Coach of Head Coaches. Royle coached Aussie rules football at an elite level before leading Canada’s men’s National team. He is also a coach to 17 Head Coaches across 6 different teams sports, in 5 countries. These coaches are some of the top performers in their respective sports. His work is connected to the belief that the greatest advantage in professional sports is in optimizing the Head...
Hockey Developpement Founder Alexandre Chénier: Connecting skills, person before the player and optimizing pass receptions
February 22, 2024 12:00 - 56 minutes - 77.8 MBWe close out our look at the five selected presenters for this year’s Global Skills Showcase with Alexandre Chénier, Founder of Hockey Developpement. A skills coach based in Amos, Quebec, he’s a certified Hockey Canada skills coach and mentor to coaches in the Gold Medal Pathway program, and the Development Coach for Val D’or of QMJHL. Chénier's approach to player development is a product of his formal education as a teacher, his relationships in and outside of hockey, his experience as...
WCHA Director of Player Development Tyler Dittmer: 8 ways to develop skills, fuelling players at practice and creating a lethal shot
February 15, 2024 20:00 - 49 minutes - 68.1 MBWe are rolling along with our spotlight on the presenters who will be featured at this year’s Global Skills Showcase. In episode #247, we feature Director of Player Development and Mentorship for the Western Canada Hockey Canada, Tyler Dittmer. Based in Brandon, Manitoba, he is also a development coach with the U18 Brandon Wheat Kings, Brandon Minor Hockey and the WHL’s Brandon Wheat Kings. As you'll hear, Dittmer's commitment to his craft and the care he has for his players is very ev...
Czech Knights GM Adam Jonak: Building creative confidence, encouraging decision making and finding the purpose of every drill
February 08, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 110 MBOur visits with the five selected Global Skills Showcase presenters continues in episode #246, as we welcome GM and Player Development Coach for the Czech Knights, Adam Jonak. The GSS shines a spotlight on the top skill development coaches in the world, their area of expertise, specifically how they teach or transfer the skills to their players, and is available exclusively to subscribers of The Coaches SIte. Jonak, who is also the owner of ABC Hockey Development and the Development Coac...
Total Package Hockey London Director Kevin Galerno: Improving decision making, variable training and getting through scoring draughts
February 01, 2024 16:17 - 1 hour - 86.2 MBFor episode #245, we continue our look at the five coaches selected to present at our Global Skills Showcase. Kevin Galerno is the Co-Owner and Director of Total Package Hockey London. He also holds roles as a Player Development Coach for the AHL’s Grand Rapids Griffins and the Skills Coach of the London Knights. At the GSS, Galerno will be providing members of The Coaches Site the framework to help your players enhance their decision making on the ice. Listen as he shares what to exp...
Power Skating Coach Jill Plandowski: Skating misconceptions, the prime age for improving skating and playing with freedom of thought
January 25, 2024 16:24 - 1 hour - 102 MBFor the next five weeks on the Glass and Out Podcast, we’re going to be featuring the five coaches selected to present at our Global Skills Showcase. The event takes place from March 4-8 and showcases five of the top skills coaches in the worlds, presenting on how they teach a specific skill or tactic. In episode #244, we welcome skating coach Jill Plandowski, who will be presenting on improving a player's crossovers with an emphasis on the outside edge. Based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, P...
University of Michigan Head Coach Brandon Naurato: Good dudes only, growth through failure and showing players the real you
January 18, 2024 17:08 - 35 minutes - 48.1 MBIn episode #243 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we revist one of the more impactful conversations that came out of last year’s TCS Live conference, featuring University of Michigan Head Coach Brandon Naurato and Dr Kathy Babiak, a professor of Sport Management and Director of the Michigan Center for Sport & Social Responsibility. The two discuss the burning issues facing today’s coaches, centered around Naurato's eventful 22-23 season that saw him be promoted to full-time Head Coach of the W...
University of North Dakota Athletic Trainer Mark Poolman: Youth training tips, why sleep is key and dealing with stress as a coach
January 11, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 90.8 MBIn episode #242 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we're joined by Head Athletic Trainer, and Strength and Conditioning Coach of the University of North Dakota men’s hockey team. Poolman's reputation precedes him and it’s no secret that UND is a pipeline of NHL talent. The alumni list includes the like’s of Jonathan Toews, Zach Parise, TJ Oshie, Jake Sanderson, Ed Belfour, Brock Boeser, just to name a few. To put it in perspective, last season alone, 23 former UND players suited in the NHL. ...
HC Košice Head Coach Dan Ceman: Championships without cheating, using good body language and creating supportive environments
January 04, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 140 MBIn episode #241 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we welcome Dan Ceman, Head Coach of HC Košice, the reigning Champions of the Slovakian Extraliga. His coaching journey, which began in 2010, has seen championships follow him at essentially every stop. Four as a Head Coach, in addition to winning two as a player. If your goal is to be a career coach, there is a lot you can take away from how he approached his career. Ultimately, it seems that a big part of his focus is creating a supportive en...
Quinnipiac University Head Coach Rand Pecknold: Never using bag skates, attacking adversity and making every practice count
December 28, 2023 12:00 - 42 minutes - 57.7 MBFor episode #240 of the Glass and Out Podcast, ESPN's John Buccigross sits down with Quinnipiac University Head Coach Rand Pecknold for a special interview with the reigning National Champion. While Bucci and Pecknold touch on the championship run and game itself, they also spend a lot time reflecting on Rand’s personal coaching journey, including the humbling start to his career, having to hold practices at midnight when he first arrived at Quinnipiac 30 years ago, to transitioning the pr...
CEP Mindset Founder Dr. Cassidy Preston: The "Screw It" mindset, avoiding the word confidence and not being judgmental
December 21, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 104 MBIn episode #239 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we welcome good friend of TCS, Dr. Cassidy Preston. He is the Founder of CEP Mindset and co-host of the Beyond the X's and O's Podcast. Dr. Preston recently released his book Mindset First and touches on how coaches and athletes can break free from focusing on results, performing with confidence and rise to the occasion. You can check it out here. Listen as he shares how the "Screw It" mindset can help you let go, why confidence is a word ...
Kitchener Rangers Head Coach Jussi Ahokas: Success through enjoyment, positionless hockey and the Finnish concept of "Sisu"
December 14, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 84.6 MBFor episode #238 of the Glass and Out Podcast, our team at The Coaches Site had the chance to visit the OHL's Kitchener Rangers facilities and sit down with Head Coach Jussi Ahokas. Ahokas is currently in his first season in North America after spending the past four seasons as the Head Coach of TPS in the Liga, Finland’s top Professional league. During that time, he was named the Alliance of European Hockey Club’s Coach of the Year, the equivalent of the Jack Adams Award across all of Eur...
Vegas Golden Knights Head Coach Bruce Cassidy: Lessons in leadership, relying on team defence and being ready for your next job
December 07, 2023 12:00 - 59 minutes - 82.2 MBFor episode #237 of the Glass and Out Podcast, our team at The Coaches Site hosted a private event for members of the local Vancouver tech and business community, featuring a live interview with Bruce Cassidy, Head Coach of the Vegas Golden Knights. The focus of our conversation was on the lessons in leadership that Cassidy has acquired throughout his career. There's no doubt that you'll come away with a deep appreciation for how humble he is, how he didn’t come from means and has had to e...
Vegas Golden Knights Director of Youth Hockey Programs Sheri Hudspeth: Strong coaches for youth players, educating hockey parents and empowering women coaches
December 01, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 92 MBIn episode #236 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we're joined by the Director of Youth Hockey Programs and Fan Development for the Vegas Golden Knights, Sheri Hudspeth. She is also a coach in the Jr Golden Knights program. Not every NHL team has a role like Hudspeth in their organisation and her hockey journey is unique in and of itself. The learning she has done on the ground in Vegas is invaluable because hockey wasn’t the natural choice when it came to parents selecting what youth sports p...
Frölunda HC Head Coach Roger Rönnberg: No excuses allowed, breaking down systems into habits and every player will be successful
November 23, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 85.8 MBIn episode #235 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we sit down with Roger Ronnberg, Head Coach of the Frolunda Hockey Club. Ronnberg is widely considered one of the top coaches in Europe, his name routinely comes up when the topic of European coaches breaking into the NHL is mentioned. He is respected by the top coaches in the game as someone who has demonstrated that putting people first, and prioritising individual development, in all facets, is the process that leads to sustained performance...
Minnetonka High School Head Coach Sean Goldsworthy: Multiple Puck practice tactic, why culture is non-negotiable and preparing for the big stage
November 16, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 92.8 MBIn episode #234 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we welcome Head Coach at Minnetonka High School, the reigning AA State Champions in Minnesota, Sean Goldsworthy. Last season, they captured the title with a 2-1 win over rival Edina High School in the State Tournament in front of a sold out crowd at the Xcel Energy Centre. This was the second State title under Goldsworthy's watch. Listen as he shares how uses the 'multiple puck' practice tactic, why culture is a non-negotiable, and how to pre...
Detroit Red Wings Development Coach Dwayne Blais: Encouraging independence in young players, keys to playing fast and skill development through touches
November 09, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBIn episode #233 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we're joined by Dwayne Blais, who is a Player Development Consultant with the Detroit Red Wings, and for our money, one of the top development coaches in the world. Blais has over 20 years of experience in the game, specifically focused on how players improve on the mechanics and habits that exist within their individual game, so that they can bring more value to their respective teams. Check out his TCS Live presentation on Implementing Ski...
Calgary Hitmen Head Coach Steve Hamilton: W.I.N. philosophy, serving information in spoonfuls and creating a player-coach partnership
November 02, 2023 11:00 - 52 minutes - 71.5 MBIn episode #232 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Steve Hamilton, Head Coach of the WHL’s Calgary Hitman. The interview took place at Hockey Calgary's second annual Leadership Day for Coaches. Currently in his fifth season with the Hitmen, Hamilton has spent his entire 22 year coaching career in the province of Alberta, including capturing a 2014 Memorial Cup as an Assistant Coach with the Edmonton Oil Kings. Listen as he shares his philosophy of What...
PWHL Boston Head Coach Courtney Kessel: Next step in growing women's hockey, preparing an expansion franchise and the power of empathetic honesty
October 26, 2023 10:00 - 50 minutes - 69.3 MBIn episode #231 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we're joined the inaugural Head Coach of the PWHL’s Boston franchise. She no doubt has her hands full in preparation for this season. She’s coaching what is effectively an expansion team, in an expansion league, that as of the time of this recording still had not assigned names to its respective franchises. Listen as she shares how she's approaching her first season in the new league, why empathetic honesty is more effective than brutal hones...
IIHF Development Director Kalle Väliaho: Growing the game worldwide, building positive learning environments and the success of Finnish hockey
October 19, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 91.7 MBIn episode #230 of the Glass and Out Podcast, Director of Development for the IIHF Kalle Valiaho stops by Valiaho has a fascinating role that encompasses balancing having a pulse on the latest trends in the game, specifically when it comes to individual player development, in addition to how we design learning environments that engage with young players and foster the growth of the game. Listen as he shares the importance of having passionate people to grow the game, building positive l...
Chicago Wolves Assistant Coach Dave Barr: Improving a player's scanning, why elite players need feedback too and coaching Connor Bedard
October 05, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 105 MBIn episode #229 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we're joined by Dave Barr, who at the time of this recording was days away from opening training camp with the Chicago Wolves, where he begins his first season as the club’s Assistant Coach. After turning pro in 1981, Barr has spent every single season since then as a coach or General Manager in professional hockey, with the exception of 5 seasons, between 2003 and 2008 that he was with Guelph of the Ontario Hockey League. Check out his TCS ...
Vancouver Giants Head Coach Manny Viveiros: Overcoming cancer, lessons for Herb Brooks and implementing pace into your team
September 28, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 84 MBIn episode #228 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we welcome Manny Viveiros, who’s beginning his first season as the Head Coach of the WHL’s Vancouver Giants. Viveiros has had an incredible journey of ups and downs, including a battle with two types of cancer during his season coaching the AHL's Henderson Silver Knights. Thankfully, just prior to last season, he was deemed cancer free. Listen as shares the how an emphasis on mental health helped him in his battle with cancer, lessons learned...
Vancouver Giants Head Coach Manny Viveiros: Overcoming cancer, lessons for Herb Brooks and implementing pace into practice
September 28, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 84 MBIn episode #228 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we welcome Manny Viveiros, who’s beginning his first season as the Head Coach of the WHL’s Vancouver Giants. Viveiros has had an incredible journey of ups and downs, including a battle with two types of cancer during his season coaching the AHL's Henderson Silver Knights. Thankfully, just prior to last season, he was deemed cancer free. Listen as shares how an emphasis on mental health helped him in his battle with cancer, lessons learned dur...
Minnesota State Head Coach Luke Strand: Why simple is best, getting players out of their comfort zone and handling player mistakes
September 21, 2023 10:00 - 42 minutes - 58 MBFor episode #227 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we were fortunate to attend the Minnesota Hockey Directors Conference and be joined by newly named Head Coach of the Minnesota State Mavericks, Luke Strand. Strand is a friend of The Coaches Site, and needless to say our team is pumped for him and the Mavericks program. He’s earned this opportunity and has put together an amazing staff that knows how to prepare players for the rigours of professional hockey. Listen as shares the importance o...
Edmonton Oilers Head Coach Jay Woodcroft: Repurposing disappointment, walking the talk and friendship with Erik Spoelstra
September 14, 2023 10:00 - 57 minutes - 79.1 MBWelcome back for season 7 of the Glass and Out Podcast! For epsiode #226, we're joined by friend of the pod and Edmonton Oilers Head Coach, Jay Woodcroft. He is entering his third season as the Head Coach of the Oilers with the best winning percentage of any coach in franchise history. Last season, the Oilers were eliminated by the eventual Stanley Cup Champions, the Vegas Golden Knights in round 2. This season, well, fair to say there is only one goal in the City of Champions. Listen...
Glass and Out is back for season 7 + Exciting new partnership
September 07, 2023 15:34 - 5 minutes - 6.99 MBHappy hockey season everyone! Host and TCS Founder Aaron Wilbur tees up what you can expect for season 7, including an exciting new partnership with State and Liberty and who we've got lined up for the season opener. Don't forget to rate, comment, and subscribe!
Defence Specialist Paul Boutilier: Defensive posture technique, funnel approach to defending and improving concept knowledge
June 15, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 141 MBIn episode #225, we welcome two-time presenter at TCS Live, Paul Boutilier. He has worn a lot of hats during his career, but currently works as a Defenceman Specialist, consulting with approximately 40 defenceman, several of whom are current NHL super stars through his company, the 44 Second group. As you'll find out in this episode, you'll be hard-pressed to find someone who has thought as much about playing defence as Paul has. Listen as shares his methods for improving a Dman's pos...
Edmonton Oilers Assistant Coach Glen Gulutzan: "Road Hockey" approach to the PP, coaching two geniuses and gaining experience in Vegas
June 08, 2023 03:28 - 1 hour - 93.5 MBIn episode #224, we're joined by good friend of The Coaches Site and upcoming TCS Live presenter Glen Gulutzan. When he steps on stage at TCS Live later this month at the University of Michigan, it will mark the 5th time he has presented at one of our events, and in the process he will hold the pole position when it comes to the most presentations all-time at a TCS event. But while there is a ton tactical knowledge he’s shared at the conference, the insights you can gleam from his coach...
TCS Contributor Greg Revak: Traits of a good coach, evolution of the weak side D and why point shots suck
June 01, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 94.3 MBIn episode #223, we welcome The Coaches Site Contributor and upcoming TCS Live presenter Greg Revak. Revak is also the writer of the Hockey IQ newsletter and host of the Hockey IQ podcast. Best known for his deep dives into the X’s & O’s or tactical side of the game, his work often goes outside the game, and in some cases sport, to find inspiration and to reinforce his thinking when it comes to teaching the hockey and specifically, developing the cognitive ability of players. Listen as...
Best-Selling Author John O'Sullivan: The optimal mindset for coaches, building a bank of trust and why losing isn't failure
May 25, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 105 MBIn episode #222, we're pleased to be joined by John O’Sullivan, best selling author, Ted Talk speaker and the Founder & CEO of the Changing the Game Project. O'Sullivan's work and mission are to give Youth Sports back to our kids. He has made it is life’s work to provide a blueprint to providing kids a more holistic sporting experience, in which success is not predicated on kid’s eventually earning a paycheck or a college scholarship. Listen as he discusses the optimal mindset for a coac...
Calgary Flames Assistant Coach Ryan Huska: Penalty kill strategies during the playoffs, intentional relationship building and non-hockey coaching idols
May 18, 2023 17:30 - 1 hour - 88.1 MBIn episode #221, we're joined by friend of the show, Calgary Flames Assistant Coach Ryan Huska. He recently wrapped up his 5th season with the Flames and will be joining us at TCS Live, hockey’s premiere coaching conference, next June at the University of Michigan. Huska will be presenting on the penalty kill and as you’ll hear in this episode, has a lot to offer on the subject. Listen as he discusses the special teams chess match that takes during a playoff series, being intentional abo...
Pro Hockey's First Black Coach John Paris Jr.: Changing your mindset to overcome adversity, being scouted by Scotty Bowman and Hall of Fame campaign
May 11, 2023 17:58 - 1 hour - 146 MBIn episode #220, we had the honor of being joined by John Paris Jr., the first black coach in professional hockey. During the 1993-94 season, he was hired by the Atlanta Knights of the now defunct, International Hockey League, marking the first time a person of colour had been appointed the Head Coach of a pro hockey team. The move paid off as the Knights would capture the Turner Cup and an IHL Championship that same season. Listen as he discusses how he overcame the adversity of being a...
Hockey Entrepreneur Lee MJ Elias: Time management strategies, growing hockey in Puerto Rico and using sports to bring people together
May 05, 2023 17:37 - 1 hour - 105 MBIn episode #219, we're joined by Lee MJ Elias, who can be best described as a bit of a Swiss Army Knife in that he has accomplished a lot in our game, albeit in a number of different roles. Elias is an award-winning author and currently the Co-Chair of the Hockey Operations Committee and Assistant Coach of the Puerto Rico Men’s National Team. He is also the co-host of the Our Kids Play Hockey Podcast, which was awarded the top hockey podcast by the Sports Podcast Awards in 2022. Listen a...
San Diego Gulls' Matt McIlvane and EC Red Bull Salzburg's Ben Cooper: Back to back champions, the power of staying composed and getting the locker room right
April 27, 2023 16:02 - 49 minutes - 68.5 MBIn episode #218, we welcome two friends to the show: Newly named Head Coach of the AHL's San Diego Gulls, Matt McIlvane, and his former Assistant Coach with EC Red Bull Salzburg, Ben Cooper. Fresh off a second consecutive win2day ICE Hockey League championship with Red Bull, the two joined to give us a behind the scenes look on their road to a repeat. Listen as they the incredible story behind their final series comeback victory, why composure was a key element to overcoming adversity, ...
St. Cloud State Head Coach Brian Idalski: Processing through pattern recognition, coaching China in the Olympics and selling blocking shots
April 20, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 112 MBHead Coach of St. Cloud State women's hockey team, Brian Idalski, joins us for episode #217. Idalski is coming off his first season leading the Huskies' program and was named the US College Hockey Online National Coach of the Year, as his team made significant strides in virtually every defensive and offensive area of the game. Listen as he shares why pattern recognition is key to helping players process the game, coaching Team China in the Olympics, and how to get your team to buy into ...
Performance Coach Ryan Blanck: The power of empathy, what erodes culture and being a leader worth following
April 13, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 116 MBIn episode #216, we welcome Performance Coach and Founder of Deviate, Ryan Blanck. To date, Blanck has worked with over half of the team’s in the NFL, including the league itself, the iconic entertainment industry agency, the William Morris Endeavor, professional athletes, leading universities such as Penn State, Clemson, Vanderbilt and Stanford, along with executives from major corporations to start-ups. He will also be presenting at TCS Live, taking place June 22-24 at the University o...
Detroit Red Wings Assistant Coach Jay Varady: Origins of analytics, implementing process & structure and timing coaching career moves
April 06, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 135 MBIn episode #215, we we're joined by Detroit Red Wings Assistant Coach Jay Varady. Varady has had a remarkable trajectory since his early coaching days with the WHL's expansion Everett Silvertips, and yet there is much more to be written in his story. Today, we discuss the origin of analytics in hockey, implementing process & structure into a program, and how to navigate when to make the jump in one’s coaching career.
Cognitive Performance Coach Aaron Volpatti: Turning tragedy into triumph, the power of visualization and helping athletes reach peak performance
March 30, 2023 05:02 - 1 hour - 124 MBIn episode #214, we welcome former NHLer and current Cognitive Performance Coach Aaron Volpatti. He is also the author of the book FIGHTER: Defying the NHL Odds, an autobiography on how he turned tragedy into triumph on his unlikely journey to playing in the National Hockey League. Listen as we discuss how he learned to leverage his mind to make an unlikely return to the ice following his severe burns that almost took his life, how that experience became a skill later in his career, and ...
USA Hockey National Coach-in-Chief Mike MacMillan: Minnesota High School Championships hype, the growing role of technology and using hockey to develop good people
March 23, 2023 19:08 - 1 hour - 94.5 MBIn episode #213, USA Hockey's National Coach-in-Chief Mike MacMillan joins the show. MacMillan's role, along with the regional coach-in-chiefs, is to make decisions on how to best educate hockey coaches, and ultimately have a direct influence on the development opportunity afforded to young players in the US. Listen as he discusses the pageantry that is the Minnesota High School Championships, how tech is evolving coach education, and the positive role the game plays in supporting the ov...
Erie Otters Head Coach Stan Butler: Influence from being a teacher, staying in junior hockey and running the legendary Crosby-Gretzky practice
March 16, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 86.6 MBIn episode #212, Erie Otters Head Coach Stan Butler stops by. Butler recently returned behind the bench after a two year break and is currently in his 26th season coaching in the CHL. He’s coached in over 1,600 OHL games and won 742 of them, ranking him in the top 5 in league history in both categories. Hear him discuss the influence his teaching career has had on his coaching career, the decision to stay in Junior hockey, and why he still has the juice to chase that elusive OHL crown wit...
Skating Coach Katy Jo West: Fundamentals of great skating, unconventional methods to improve speed and starting a business from scratch
March 09, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 99.2 MBIn episode #211, we welcome Skating Coach Katy Jo West to the show. She is the founder of Katy Jo Power Skating, based just outside of Denver, Colorado, where she works with everyone from two and three year-old’s stepping onto the ice for the first time, right up to NHL players. West is also a presenter at this year's Global Skills Showcase, hosted by The Coaches Site. Listen as she discusses the fundamentals of becoming a great skater, getting comfortable with being unconventional, an...
Slugocki Hockey Founder Brian Slugocki: Developing practice plans for Auston Matthews, creating environments to grow hockey sense and always checking for learning
March 02, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 127 MBIn episode #210, Skills Coach Brian Slugocki stops by to join the show. His current roles include Director of Skill Development for the Jr. Coyotes youth program, where he is also the Head Coach of the programs 10u elite team, Skill Development Consultant for the NHL Arizona Coyotes and prospects, Skills Coach for Total Package Hockey (TPH), all in addition to running private and small group training for youth players up to NHL players through his company Slugocki Hockey. Slugocki will b...