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What does the day to day of a high performance skill coach look like? Joining me once again is Troy Smith, the owner of Hockey IQ! With his extensive experience as a player and a coach at both the amateur and professional levels, he's sharing his must-haves for coaches to take their players to the elite level. Our conversation will cover everything you need to know about the life of a skill coach, including Troy's approach to skill training, his recommended do's and don'ts for the off-season, the secret to training processing speed in your athletes, and more. We go over how to handle communication not only with your athletes, but with staff members, as well as Troy's take on the software of the game that got his community talking. We also take a lens to the current NHL playoffs, our first impressions, and the style of play we're seeing—most of all, what it'll take to get to the third round.   HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Welcome back to the podcast, Troy Smith, owner of Hockey IQ! 01:40 How has Hockey IQ evolved as a business? 04:15 What are your must-have fundamentals for players? 09:35 How to communicate with your athletes as a skill coach. 13:05 The do's and don'ts of off-season training. 20:30 What is the best way to coach younger vs. older players? 24:20 How do you approach the software of the game? 28:05 The best tool to train processing speed. 32:45 The top three athletes to watch for elite processing speed. 36:05 What are your biggest takeaways from the playoffs so far? 41:35 What it'll take to make it to the third round of the playoffs.   RESOURCES + LINKS Check out Hockey IQ on YouTube | HockeyIQca Follow Hockey IQ on Instagram | @hockeyiqcan Check out Anthony's Masterclass -  The High Performance Hockey Masterclass Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow Anthony on Twitter | Anthony Donskov, PhD Subscribe to our YouTube Channel | The HPH Podcast with Anthony Donskov Follow HPH Podcast on Instagram | @hph_podcast Follow HPH Podcast on Twitter | @TheHPH_Podcast Learn more on our Website | https://www.donskovsc.com/ Check out Anthony's Books Physical Preparations for Ice Hockey: Biological Principles and Practical Solutions The Gain, Go, and Grow Manual: Programming for High Performance Hockey Players

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with development coach Brian Slugocki to discuss best practices, coaching evolutions, and nuance issued faced by ice hockey players.A few areas on this episode we discuss:What do players want out of playing ice hockeyCharacteristics in common with high achieving ice hockey playersHow to watch ice hockey if you want to improveAccurate self-assessment's place in becoming a great learnerDeliberate play vs deliberate practiceLacking judgement within your development processThe importance ofpParent-child attachmentWhy "I love watching you play" is the best thing a parent can say to their childCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Website HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

This week Topher and Jeff talk with Paul Caufield, dad to Cole Caufield of the NHL Montreal Canadiens. Caufield not only played hockey himself, but also coached and still runs a rink in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. In this episode we talk about: — Caufield's family and their rich history with hockey — An inside look into how Cole Caufield developed his love for the game — That practice is just as, if not more important than games — Developing confidence through other sports — How hockey IQ needs to be taught at 10/12U before the game gets too fast AND SO MUCH MORE! Thank you to our title sponsor IceHockeySystems.com, as well as Train-Heroic, Helios Hockey, and Crossbar! And thank you to our AMAZING LISTENERS; We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating, and share on your social sites! If you'd like to join our Hockey Think Tank Community, head over to Community.TheHockeyThinkTank.com and check it out! PARENTS & RECRUITING 101 COURSES BLUEPRINT ORGANIZATION REFERRAL Follow us: IG: @HockeyThinkTank X (Twitter): @HockeyThinkTank TikTok: @HockeyThinkTank Facebook: TheHockeyThinkTank

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with development coach Brian Slugocki to discuss best practices, coaching evolutions, and nuance issued faced by ice hockey players.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Overcoming anxiety and desire to be the perfect coachEvolution toward a collaborative approachHow to coach all players, regardless of motivationHelping players gain a feel for the gameHow to help players and coaches bounce back after a tough stretch of gamesThe non-negotiable of winning teamsImportance of psychological safetyBuilding a tribe of mentorsRelationship building with playersCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Website HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with former player turned entrepreneur & media personality, Jordan Schmaltz.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Reading the game from a defenseman's perspectiveCoaching up your teammatesHow to make the game easierCoffin cornerDifference between AHL and NHLImportance of passing to handednessCommunication is keyPlayer identity and rolesCarving out a roster spot and building to the role you wantCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Website HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

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On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with strength and performance coach, Jon Stea.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Hockey specific strength & conditioningLearning to learnIntentionality within an improvement processMental stabilityAthletic variabilityMinimum viable coaching & instructionHelping athletes become their own best coachesKeeping the most important thing the most important thingCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Website HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Skill Acquisition expert & Irish PE teacher, Philip O'Callaghan.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Games for game understandingApplying theory in a practical wayCommon issues of how players get in their own way and inhibit their ability to learnWhy coaches should avoid giving answers to their athletesImportance of variability within skill acquisitionScaling to find the appropriate challenge levelIdeas for practice planningBuilding a great learning environmentSelf-Determination theoryCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Website HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

Send us a textIn this episode, Javi sits down with Jim Haverstrom to explore a fresh approach to youth hockey coaching. Jim explains how his game-based, small-area practices transform the way young players develop skills and decision-making. Rather than isolating techniques, his methods use purposeful, in-game scenarios to build hockey IQ and foster creativity on the ice. He also shares strategies for communicating these innovative methods to parents, emphasizing long-term growth over immediate wins.Key Topics Discussed:✅ Transitioning from traditional drills to game-based, small-area practices✅ Using incentives in practice to promote passing, neutral zone play, and overall game sense✅ Achieving lasting behavior change even when incentives are removed✅ Communicating coaching methods effectively with parents to build patience and long-term vision✅ Identifying an athlete's challenge point through observation and guided discovery✅ Fostering autonomy and adaptability in young hockey players✅ Leveraging analogies from Nick Winkelman's book, The Language of Coaching, to simplify coaching conceptsResources & Mentions:

In today's episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, we dive into the critical role of mental performance in hockey with Coach Vinny Malts, a former pro player turned elite mental performance coach. Vinny has worked with athletes at every level, including as the first-ever mindset performance coach in the NHL, helping players strengthen their confidence, focus, and resilience.Together, we explore why mental training is becoming as essential as physical training, how young players can develop their own mental game, and why youth hockey should not mirror the pro game. Vinny shares insights on how parents and coaches can cultivate confidence, reduce stress, and help young athletes find their unique path in the sport.

In episode #289, we're joined Cognitive Behavioural Sports Specialist Larissa Mills for a very important conversation. Whether it's social media, sports betting, pornography or any number of other apps designed to highjack the focus of your players, smart phones have become an opponent we're all grappling with. Mills holds a BA in Sociology, Psychology, and a Masters of Science in Education, specializing in brain functionality and learning mechanisms. She is the Founder of the Mental Game Academy, an organization committed to empowering athletes, specifically by helping them overcome addiction to their phones. She also gave a talk last year's at TCS Live on How Phones and Social Media Impact Athlete's Brains and Hockey IQ. Listen as she shares why confidence is directly linked to phone usage, why gambling and porn have become a major issue for today's youth, and solutions for coaches on handling these many issues.    

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Sweden Ice Hockey Association Director of education & research, John Lind.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Evidence-based developmentBenefits of bio-bandingBody checking in women's hockeyShrinking rink and net sizes in youth hockeyScanning's correlation to performance successPractice design & activity selectionCoach developmentImportance of question askingMoving from "What to coach" to "How to coach"Project with Arsenal AFCCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Website HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

In this episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, Lee and Mike shine a spotlight on one of hockey's most vital yet underappreciated positions: the defenseman. They break down why strong defensive play is the key to offensive success and overall team stability. From understanding the “house” to the importance of skating, positioning, and transitions, this episode dives deep into the mindset and skills that make great defensemen so valuable.Whether you're a coach, player, or hockey parent, this episode will change how you view defensive hockey and give you practical tips for developing this essential role. It's time to give defensemen the appreciation they deserve.--Key Takeaways:1.Defense Creates Offense: Strong defensive positioning and smart play drive successful offensive transitions.2.The House Matters: The area in front of the net, known as “the house,” is where most goals are scored. Great defense keeps opponents out of this zone.3.Positionless Hockey Starts With Understanding Roles: Players who know every position's responsibilities are more valuable to their teams.4.Patience Is a Virtue: Great defensemen dictate play by slowing it down when necessary and guiding opponents into low-percentage areas.5.Stats Beyond Points: Celebrate and track defensive contributions like takeaways, blocked shots, and breakout passes—they're critical for success.--Practical Tips for Parents, Coaches, and Players:•Parents: Encourage your young players to try all positions, including defense, to understand the game fully. Celebrate non-scoring stats like takeaways and blocked shots.•Coaches: Emphasize skating, positioning, and decision-making in practices to develop smarter, more reliable defensemen.•Players: Embrace roles and responsibilities on both sides of the ice, knowing that defensive skills make you more desirable to coaches.-- #OurKidsPlayHockey #HockeyDefense #Teamwork #HockeyLifeClick To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!Looking for the best gift to give your team at the end of this season? Hockey Wraparound is offering a really great Team Deal that includes 12 Wraparound (10 Hockey Wraparounds + 2 Goalie Wraparounds) plus 12 MYBALLs for just $199!Order now at HockeyWraparound.com!Have A Topic You Want Us To Cover? Let us know!Please Be Sure To Subscribe & Leave A Review For Us On Apple Podcasts, doing so helps our show grow!Follow Us On Social Media: Facebook Group X Instagram LinkedIn YouTube

Episode 215- Brian Yandle & Mike Mottau are back with a fresh mailbag episode this week on The Rink Shrinks! Before the guys open up the mailbag they catch up on the weekend, the Surrey Eagles being featured on YouTube from our friends at Spittin' Chiclets, and some other hockey notes around New England and the Nation. Then the boys dip into to the mailbag to answer all of your questions which include: Not having to chase every tournament championship, enjoy the run Each season is a different sport season Hockey IQ vs. speed & skill + more! BY & Motts wrap up the show answering the My Hockey Rankings question of the week. Thank you for listening! Please rate, review, and subscribe! If you're interested in sponsoring the show, please reach out to us by email or DM us on Instagram! Leave us a voicemail: 347-6-SHRINK Email: RinkShrinks@gmail.com Instagram: @TheRinkShrinks Twitter: @RinkShrinks Website: www.therinkshrinks.com Today's Episode Was Sponsored By: BetOnline Sparx Hockey TSR Hockey Franklin Sports My Hockey Rankings Neutral Zone

In this episode of Our Girls Play Hockey, we're joined by none other than Cherie Piper—a three-time Olympic gold medalist and the Senior Manager of Scouting and Player Development for Hockey Canada. Fresh off another gold medal win at the U18 Women's World Championship, Cherie shares her journey to becoming one of hockey's most accomplished athletes.Together with hosts Lee MJ Elias, Sheri Hudspeth, and Mike Bonelli, Cherie dives deep into what it takes to succeed in high-performance hockey, both on and off the ice. Highlights include:•The Pathway to Playing for Team Canada: Cherie breaks down how young players can get noticed, starting with provincial programs and the importance of staying consistent.•The Role of Parents and Coaches: Insightful advice on fostering a supportive, high-performance mindset from a young age.•Hockey IQ and Leadership: Why being skilled isn't enough—Cherie shares what separates great players from good ones, including hockey sense, work ethic, and positive body language.•Behind the Scenes at U18 Worlds: Cherie gives an inside look at the challenges and triumphs of coaching at the international level and preparing athletes for the pressures of competition.•Her Love for the Game: Cherie reflects on her career, the mentors who shaped her, and her passion for helping the next generation of players thrive.Cherie also discusses why “pressure is a privilege” and how her team helps athletes navigate social media, mental performance, and the emotional rollercoaster of competitive hockey. This episode is packed with actionable insights for players, parents, and coaches alike.--

The 2v2 Skate & Pass Through The Gates is an awesome passing game to use with players of any age to see who has a high hockey IQ. Do they understand when to keep the puck and when to move it? Can they find open space and create passing seams when they don't have the puck? Can they communicate when they are open and think a play ahead? All players of every age group, from U9s to National teams, love this game - even though there are no shots on net. Use it, share it and take your hockey IQ to the next level! This drill is one of 7 drills from my PASSING PARTY PRACTICE plan, which features 3 drills focused on mastering passing fundamentals, 3 focused on developing hockey IQ and 1 more fun race to finish. To get access to all 7 drills from the PASSING PARTY PRACTICE, you've got to be a member of The Orange Machine. The Orange Machine is an exclusive HOW TO, NO FLUFF premium weekly newsletter created by world-renowned development coach Kim McCullough. Each week, Coach Kim will give you the exact tools you need to take your skills, team play, hockey IQ and mental game to the next level AND show you exactly how to use them in a step-by-step, easy to understand way. With over 30+ years experience playing & coaching at all levels of the game from U7 to the national team, you can be sure Coach Kim is giving you the tools that are right for you and your game, no matter your current age group or level. If you want to dramatically transform your game, then The Orange Machine is right for you! CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE ORANGE MACHINE

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On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we dive into our modern defensemen series. Episode 3 is all about great rush defending.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Playing passive vs aggressive rush defense- Inside leverage and playing within the dots- Rush defense footwork- What surfing is in ice hockey- How players are using surfing to kill plays early- Reading the pinch in ice hockey- Surveying beyond what is directly in front of youCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

Maple Leafs Reporter for The Hockey News, David Alter joins Game Play to chat about what makes Auston Matthews' absence so bizarre, John Tavares' hockey IQ and McDavid hitting another milestone.

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we dive into our modern defensemen series. Episode 2 is all about great point play.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Shorting the offensive zone- Difference in positioning and what that does- Why scoring in the NHL is up over the past decade plus.- How NHL league leading defensemen score goals- Catching/receiving pucks at the point - Common mistakes players make at the pointCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we dive into our modern defensemen series. Episode 1 is all about great defending.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Winning possession with position before possession- Controlling an opponent's speed- Proper pivoting- Getting defensive stops- Positioning to make defending easier- Shorting the offensive zone.Check out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Website HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

As coaches, how can we instill our team with one of the most important skills in the game: hockey IQ? Joining us today is Troy Smith, the owner of Hockey IQ – an outstanding, elite video breakdown resource for hockey players and coaches alike. Our conversation is all about hockey IQ + how we can teach and improve it. We'll dive deep into the X's and O's of the game, breaking down game patterns and principles with Troy's expert eye. Whether you're training the next generation of athletes or working with professionals at the NHL-level, this episode will equip you with the knowledge they need to play at their smartest. HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 How do you write better programs as a young coach? 04:35 Who were the mentors + influences that shaped you? 10:55 The difficulties of transitioning from player to coach. 15:25 How to develop your craft as a young coach. 18:00 How do you navigate a hard tragedy? 21:30 Strategies for teaching + improving hockey IQ. 25:35 Breaking down game patterns and principles. 34:00 How to teach D-Zone skills to young + pro players. 39:35 What are basic concepts for the neutral zone? 45:15 The NHL-level patterns of the O-Zone. 47:45 How to utilize shared terminology with your team. 49:50 What is your vision with Hockey IQ? RESOURCES + LINKS Check out Hockey IQ - https://www.hockeyiq.ca Follow Hockey IQ on Instagram | @hockeyiqcan For questions and more info, just Email - info@hockeyiq.ca   Check out Anthony's Masterclass -  The High Performance Hockey Masterclass   Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow Anthony on Twitter | Anthony Donskov, PhD Subscribe to our YouTube Channel | The HPH Podcast with Anthony Donskov   Follow HPH Podcast on Instagram | @hph_podcast Follow HPH Podcast on Twitter | @TheHPH_Podcast   Learn more on our Website | https://www.donskovsc.com/   Check out Anthony's Books Physical Preparations for Ice Hockey: Biological Principles and Practical Solutions The Gain, Go, and Grow Manual: Programming for High Performance Hockey Players  

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Adam Zlatkus, analyst with Along The Ice (YouTube, Instagram, etc.).A few areas on this episode we discuss:- How Peter Forsberg changed hockey- Genius on the Sedin twins- Power of 'change of speed' & why not having the puck has it's benefits- Technical & Tactical empahty- The art and science of why goal scorers shoot low- Routes into the goalie to make their lives difficult- Benefits of holding the puck in your hop pocket- Smart backchecking and common backcheck issues- New PP entry wrinkle in the NHL... the 3rd man slingshotCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Website HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with U12 and High School coach, Mitchell Goodin.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Metrics for player feedback- Going beyond simply putting together a team- How to create dynamic players instead of robots- Games as a showcase of what you learned in practice- "Good players can play on one foot and one edge at a time"- Developing a player's feel for their game and the game- The best ways to run video review - Importance of capturing video at practiceCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Website HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

Happy 1 Year Anniversary! The Total Female Hockey Podcast has now been on the air for one full year! In this 28 minute episode, Coach Kim recounts her BIG takeaways from watching 10 top tier games in one day - from U10 all the way up to U18. She dives deep into: how players can INFLUENCE & IMPACT the game with their play AWAY from the puck the 4 key roles on the ice the importance that controlling space and moving with purpose play in developing the complete team game the 4 for 1 mentality on offense & defense She also gives some tips on how to watch games & players with purpose so that you can develop your own hockey IQ. Listen, enjoy & share with any friends, teammates, coaches and parents who could use a little information and inspiration to start the season! To learn more about the Total Female Hockey universe (including our camps, products and articles/videos), visit: www.totalfemalehockey.com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with former NHL player and current AHL coach, Mark Letestu.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Mark's playing path from AA to Jr B to the NHL - Succeeding as a smaller & slower hockey player- How to think so you can find soft spot on the ice- Problem creators & asking questions of the defenders- Reading body language to play a step ahead- Earning trust so you can earn opportunities and confidence- Defense as the basis of creating offense- Importance of building your physicality in a functional way- Practice habits- Creating an identity for yourself- How to win more faceoffs- Importance of being specific in coaching feedback- Embracing feedback as a step in being a great learnerCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Website HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Sports Performance Coach, High Performance Mental Toughness Expert, Shaun Goodsell.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Power of self talk and how to change it- Mental training for performance- Simple power of focus, internally and externally- Mental hockey hands- Fostering and developing leader on a hockey team- Importance of creating emotional safety- How to best give feedback and instructions- Being a great ice hockey parent- Power of removing judgement, internally and externally- Clarity's role in performance and culture- Why flow drills are the worst hockey drillsCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Website HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Player Development Specialist, Sumeet Wareh.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Edge control and skating development- Importance of posture when skating-  Using film to speed up player development- Separating traits from the average vs the greats- Developing trust to earn ice time- Designing personalized development ice sessions- How to develop players in season and over the years- Elite player mindset of those players that make the NHL- Focus asa separating factor- How to best watch film to improve performanceCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Website HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Skill Development Specialist + Total Package Hockey owner, Kevin Galerno.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Helping players evaluate their game and find their identity- Why more is not always better- Ugly practice = great practice- Adding variability into any type of practice- Why some players make it and others don't- NHL development camps- Adding depth to a player's game- What separates AHL players from NHL players- Being great at things that don't show up on the scoresheetCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Website HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Skill Development Specialist + coach consultant, Derek Panchuk.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Building bridges between academia and the art of coaching- How to know if you coaching is effective - Accelerating athletic learning- Creating great athlete & coach experiences-  Building a positive relationship with failure- Why feedback is a coach's best friend- Handling problem learner and athletes that struggle to learn-  Communicating expectations as a way to reduce dissappointment- Asking great questions as the ultimate coaching hack-  Coaches giving guidance instead of giving answersCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Website HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Youngtown Phantoms GM (and way more), Ryan Kosecki.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Prioritizing youth leading to championships- What talent evaluators look for in youth ice hockey players- Invaluable nature of heads up hockey/scanning - Evolving USHL Youngstown Phantoms into a championship organization- Using video within teaching hockey, technically + tactically- Importance of playing multiple positions as young players- Having evidence and analytics guide skill/talent development prioritiesCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Website HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Hockey IQ development specialist, Xander Mavrogiannis.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Best summer development ever- The power of self-study- Key to teaching Hockey sense/IQ- How to ask great questions- The best ways to go over film with hockey players- Focusing on cues and influencing player rather than simply reading and reacting- SImple practical CLA implementation- Balancing development with winning nowCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Website HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with skill development specialist, Joel Cressman.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Journey to Seoul, Korea. Including Golf Canada & Korea's athletic system- Invasion vs target-based sport skill development- Norway and Erling Haaland's successful cohort development- How to give great feedback and create positive development environments-  Why former athletes are great employees and business owners.Link to Joel's book "Seoul Ambition"Check out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Website HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with coaches Nichlas Hardt and Nikolaj Kielland of Raw Nations.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- A professional player's mindset- Improving performance driven by enjoying life more- Small muscle training- How coaches can build trust via failure/shock to help players take off their blinders- Off-ice training and breathwork as a foundation- Learning from North American hockey- Finding balance in hockey/work and life Check out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Website HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.ComAre you ready to take your training to a new level?Promo Code “HockeyIQ”Receive $50 off an annual plan purchaseHead on over to SenseArena.com to check it all out.

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Jon Mills, head coach of Kent State Men's Golf.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- The mental game- Learning acceptance & letting go of things you cannot control.- Preparing for competition via representativeness- Playing to your identity- Becoming your own best coach- Finding accurate self-assessment- More than golf... cleaning their own facility- What coaches look for when recruiting- Utilizing technology- Value of taking a break and multiple sports- What is special about the best golfers- How to play well... have an effective swing that holds up under pressure- Building special moments and relationships- Coaching players by demanding and giving belief- The value of handwritten 'Thank you' notesSign up for the #1 Hockey IQ Newsletter:Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.ComWebsite HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalAre you ready to take your training to a new level?Promo Code “HockeyIQ”Receive $50 off an annual plan purchaseHead on over to SenseArena.com to check it all out.

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Toni Walch of RB Salzburg Ice Hockey AcademyA few areas on this episode we discuss:- RB Salzburg Ice Hockey Academy design- Dryland training- Integrating sports science- Nutrition- Developing a hockey brain-  Creating authentic self-evaluation- Mental strength & resilienceSign up for the #1 Hockey IQ Newsletter:Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.ComWebsite HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalAre you ready to take your training to a new level?Promo Code “HockeyIQ”Receive $50 off an annual plan purchaseHead on over to SenseArena.com to check it all out.

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with JP Berbun, Founder of TOC Culture Consulting.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Transformational Leadership- Starting with curiosity- Skills to manage emotions- Cultivating helpful self-talk- Aligning actions & identities- Developing leadership- Parent's perspective- Being kind and firmSign up for the #1 Hockey IQ Newsletter:Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.ComWebsite HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalAre you ready to take your training to a new level?Promo Code “HockeyIQ”Receive $50 off an annual plan purchaseHead on over to SenseArena.com to check it all out.

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with coach and teacher, Eric Titterud.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Hows of coaching- Practical tips and tricks for coaches- Teaching through athletic feel- Being a good teammate- Benefits of young players using small ice- Why keep away is the best hockey activity- Using technology within hockey development- Players self organizingCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Website HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.ComAre you ready to take your training to a new level?Promo Code “HockeyIQ”Receive $50 off an annual plan purchaseHead on over to SenseArena.com to check it all out.

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Dan Arel... Hockey Director, hockey dad, hockey coach, etc.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Practical tips for coaches running ice hockey practice- Practice structure & design- Building confidence in players- The 'How' of coaching- Rewarding behaviors, not outcomes- Making & Keeping it funSign up for the #1 Hockey IQ Newsletter:Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.ComWebsite HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalAre you ready to take your training to a new level?Promo Code “HockeyIQ”Receive $50 off an annual plan purchaseHead on over to SenseArena.com to check it all out.

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Richard Bercuson, retired teacher, writer, podcaster, and hockey coach.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- History of Small Area Games/Small-Sided Games- Benefits of coaches throwing away their whistles & whiteboards- Why flow drills suck- Learning is messy- Issues with paying for goals scored, shortening the bench, etc.- Benefits of running commentary behind the benchLink to the article discussed - https://hockeysarsenal.substack.com/p/usa-hockey-has-been-preaching-crossSign up for the #1 Hockey IQ Newsletter:Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.ComWebsite HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalAre you ready to take your training to a new level?Promo Code “HockeyIQ”Receive $50 off an annual plan purchaseHead on over to SenseArena.com to check it all out.

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Larry Lauer, Director of Mental Performance at the US Tennis Association.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Developing quality self-talk- Stress management- Coaching process > coaching results- Why hockey is a late development sport- Positive coaching- How stubborn (and coachable) players tend to be top performers- Getting your hockey team to start on time-  Building influence and buy-in on a team- Thoughts drive the bus; emotional hijack the busSign up for the #1 Hockey IQ Newsletter:Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.ComWebsite HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalAre you ready to take your training to a new level?Promo Code “HockeyIQ”Receive $50 off an annual plan purchaseHead on over to SenseArena.com to check it all out.

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Rob Gherson, goalie guru and head coach in the GTHL (Toronto). He's a fascinating story and has a great coaching style.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Stories from his playing career, including changing his playstyle- Allowing players to fight through adversity- How to best play the 2v1- Coaching for developmentSign up for the #1 Hockey IQ Newsletter:Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.ComWebsite HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalAre you ready to take your training to a new level?Promo Code “HockeyIQ”Receive $50 off an annual plan purchaseHead on over to SenseArena.com to check it all out.

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Scott Kleekamp, director of player operations for Dryland Development Project in the Boston area.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- The evolution of coaches from Yelling to Telling to Asking- Mimic vs actual learning- Getting players to enjoy the game and be the best coach- Keeping score for development- How to do film workMentioned video on character development through the ages:Matt Koch, Character Development, U8 to U14 and beyond (Matt Koch) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXZbkli_T84Sign up for the #1 Hockey IQ Newsletter:Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.ComWebsite HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalAre you ready to take your training to a new level?Promo Code “HockeyIQ”Receive $50 off an annual plan purchaseHead on over to SenseArena.com to check it all out.

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Jeremy Blumes, head coach and GM with the Ontario Jr Reign.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- How to improve shootout/breakaways conversions- Prescout information to provide players- How to practice the shootout for players and goalies with intention- Penalty Kill triggers to pressure- Preparing and scouting for your next game- How much information is too much? Sign up for the #1 Hockey IQ Newsletter:Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.ComWebsite HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalAre you ready to take your training to a new level?Promo Code “HockeyIQ”Receive $50 off an annual plan purchaseHead on over to SenseArena.com to check it all out.

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Kyle McLennan.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Developing an eye for the game - Where to get video- Evolutions in the game tactics-  Breakout skills and tactics- How to be effective when Coaching/Teaching- Helping players develop an eye for how to read the gameSign up for the #1 Hockey IQ Newsletter:Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.ComWebsite HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalAre you ready to take your training to a new level?Promo Code “HockeyIQ”Receive $50 off an annual plan purchaseHead on over to SenseArena.com to check it all out.

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with skate sharpening guru, Keegan McMindes. Keegan teaches Greg everything to know about skate steel, profiling, sharpening, and so much more.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- What goes into a quality skate sharpening- Skate hollow, profile, zones, radius, etc.- Pressure along the steel when sharpening and maintaining the bevels- Using different grits on the cutting stones for different types of performance- Different types of steel- Proper blade storage + common reason for blades craking in half- Skating zones (Acceleration, agility, speed, and stability zone)- How goal skates differ from player skates - Altering the pitches of steel- How the holder affects the steel and what's within the holderFind Keegan at KeegsEdges.comSign up for the #1 Hockey IQ Newsletter:Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.ComWebsite HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalAre you ready to take your training to a new level?Promo Code “HockeyIQ”Receive $50 off an annual plan purchaseHead on over to SenseArena.com to check it all out.

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Justin Goldman. A Goalie guru and author.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Mental side of goaltending- Dealing with situations, emotions, and managing ourselves- How shooters can make a goalie's life difficult- Importance of edgework being greater than ever- Zoo tigers vs Jungle tigers- Where goalies should look to read the shooter and situation - Practice design for goalies within team practices Find Justin's amazing books... Hockeysarsenal.com/book-recommendationsSign up for the #1 Hockey IQ Newsletter:Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.ComWebsite HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalAre you ready to take your training to a new level?Promo Code “HockeyIQ”Receive $50 off an annual plan purchaseHead on over to SenseArena.com to check it all out.

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Jill Plandowski. Jill is a skating expert and hockey wife + hockey mom to 3 boys. She's developed thousands of great skaters from the youngest ages to the NHL. A few areas on this episode we discuss:- The role of pucks within skating development- Details of Balance, Glide & Stride within skating- Shin angles, Arm efficiency, & Posture- Feel-based learning and teaching- Skating stride at start vs. at speed- Tying up skates differently for improved skating - Relationship between upper/lower body in turns- Stride under fatigue- "Knock knee" and crossing your feet Sign up for the #1 Hockey IQ Newsletter:Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.ComWebsite HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalAre you ready to take your training to a new level?Promo Code “HockeyIQ”Receive $50 off an annual plan purchaseHead on over to SenseArena.com to check it all out.

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Brian Gillam. Brian is the Coach Development Coordinator Hockey Eastern Ontario,  Owner of SPS Hockey Development, Hockey Canada Skills Coach, and High Performance Coach.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Great content and ideas HEO has been able to gather and offer to coaches - Making academic concepts reachable to coaches and players- The importance of removing the coach from activities so they can use their coaching skills (Observation, Explanation, Demonstration, Question asking, and Checking for understanding,)- The importance of getting people in reflective states to personalize and grow. - Creating great environments for learning- Stages of learning and how they affect learnings + teachings.Check out HEO's great content on their YouTube Page:Hockey Eastern Ontario Sign up for the #1 Hockey IQ Newsletter:Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.ComWebsite HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalAre you ready to take your training to a new level?Promo Code “HockeyIQ”Receive $50 off an annual plan purchaseHead on over to SenseArena.com to check it all out.

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with professor, researcher, consultant, entrepreneur, analyst, etc... Geir Jordet! Geir is known for his work in scanning research and how Greg got to dive into Geir's excellent work.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Self-discovery within athlete development- Games to teach the game. Sacling complexity up and down.- Benefits of playing with younger and older players- No mercy rule to accelerate development- How to make players work hard- Creating pride and discipline.You can reach John at:tdirectorcms@gmail.com Sign up for the #1 Hockey IQ Newsletter:Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.ComWebsite HockeysArsenal.comTwitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteInstagram @HockeysArsenalYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalAre you ready to take your training to a new level?Promo Code “HockeyIQ”Receive $50 off an annual plan purchaseHead on over to SenseArena.com to check it all out.