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Greg Revak interviews the best hockey minds around hockey IQ, hockey sense, training, and more
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On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Kabir Bubna, coaching expert and PhD candidate with research Interests in Skill Acquisition, Coaching Practice, Talent & Coach Development A few areas on this episode we discuss: Linking science & research to practical applicationSelf-Determination Theory (SDT) - Autonomy, Competence, and Relatedness4 Pillar of Development (1) Game skills, (2) Life skills, (3) Psychological skills, and (4) Social skillsFinding the dynamic betw...
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Nick Smallridge to talk advanced coaching topics in a 3 part series. A few areas on this episode we discuss: Why coaches implements systems and concepts... when those are helpful vs harmfulPlayer Autonomy in CoachingAdaptive Coaching for Player DevelopmentCommon coaching errorsForcing learning rather than designing learningQuestioning players care or focusBreaking player's attention rather than guiding attention to relevant informatio...
1On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Nick Smallridge to talk advanced coaching topics in a 3 part series. A few areas on this episode we discuss: Amplifying Error in Coaching... The effects of having players exaggerating their mistakes and poor behaviorFinding athletic feelHow to solve your team's bad habits (eg. don't work together well)Attuning players to their playing environmentHow to play quick/fastKnowledge of the game vs knowledge in the game.Holistic coaching cue...
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Nick Smallridge to talk advanced coaching topics in a 3 part series. A few areas on this episode we discuss: Reset rituals and mindset visualizations.Optimal arousal stateFalling to standards rather than rising to the occasionCreating pressure/stakes at practiceGiving up control as a coach to enhance player learning environmentsSelf-Determination TheoryWhat if the coach wants it more than the players?Check out Hockey's Arsenal all ove...
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with ice hockey coach, Jamieson McVicar. A few areas on this episode we discuss: Creating game transferable practice plansHow to provide feedback that stick and empowers playersCLA as an organizational philosophyTime under tension & Simplification not decompesitionSkating away from pressure vs into pressureImportance of reflection timeMany little coaching hacks you can take and use immediatelyCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over t...
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with ice hockey skating expert, Christian Grunnah. A few areas on this episode we discuss: Skating lessons learned from National Champion speed skating fatherWeight distribution and transfer within ice skatingGym work for ice skatingValue in slowing down to work on proper form principlesImportance of glideHow to maintain and gain speed through turnsCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web: Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg) ...
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with professional hockey player, Alina Muller of Switzerland. A few areas on this episode we discuss: Value of pushing yourself, choosing hard, and seeing what good looks likeImportance of off-ice work and time away from hockeyWinning Broze Medal at the Olympics at age 15Training shooting by what actually is realisticPractice habitsPreparation for performance... mentally and physicallyWorking with mental performance coachesImportance of pl...
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with hockey content creator, Anthony of Hockey Psychology. A few areas on this episode we discuss: Weaponizing an asset rather than just having an assetImportance and benefits of off the puck playWhy Macklin Celebrini is elite off the rushHow NHLers are using modern skating techniques to their advantageBenefits of being reliable and consistent, illustrated by Sascha BarkovShooting evolution in ice hockeyHow to score more goalsCognitive dev...
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with hockey skating specialist, Marcie Kierpiec. A few areas on this episode we discuss: Teaching ice hockey skating technique and movement patterns.Maximizing reps during skating-focused practiceAge-appropriate skating developmentLanguaging to teach hockey skatingImportance of gaining a feel for your skates and edgesFixing common hockey skating issuesLinking strength training to improved skating technique and powerActivity/drill design fo...
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with soccer coach and English teacher, Nick Smallridge. A few areas on this episode we discuss: How to give impact team talks between periods/halfs and after the gameQuality questions asking... going beyond just asking open-ended questionsGuiding attention and focus to improve coaching effectivenessCueing players via intentions NOT mechanicals/techniqueBenefits of overplanning practiceHow to get transfer from practice into actual gamesSmal...
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with hockey dad, Champs App founder, and curious hockey mind... Ray Tenenbaum. A few areas on this episode we discuss: Game play styles and tacticsWhat scouts look for in a hockey playerSituational play, eg. Zone entriesPuck managementClean defensive feetAnd more into the details of the game and pieces that are helpful to improve performanceCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web: Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg) Hockey I...
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Coach Developer and Consultant, JP Nerbun. A few areas on this episode we discuss: Leadership development as experientialAwareness at the first stepSelf-Authored internal scorecardIncreasing self-awareness with 4 practical tipsAttribute of faster developersNavigating conflictPreparing for confliectEffectiveness vs efficiencyEmotional regulation for coachesCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web: Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachReva...
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Mental Performance coach, Cassidy Preston. A few areas on this episode we discuss: Managing frustrationReset routinesYo-yo Confidence vs Sustainable ConfidenceInternal vs external confidence sourcesEarning your confidenceHandling praise and successPower of accurate self assessmentOvercoming overthinkingAccepting and committingWhen to challenge someone vs supporting someonePhysical preparation as part of mental preparationBecoming cons...
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Shakopee HS Ice Hockey Head Coach, Calvin Simon. A few areas on this episode we discuss: Finding balance between push and pull as a leaderValue in feedback via observing and listeningGroup needs vs individual needsBeing repetitive without being staleTeaching the team to look out for each otherPraise in public with criticism in privateFocus on your bobberImportance of diet and respecting your bodyMaking someone's insight your hindsight...
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with The Coaching Lab founder Jack Rolfe. A few areas on this episode we discuss: Self-reflection for both players and coachesGame-based learning techniques, challenges, and solutionsIndividualizing a team activity or gameQuality question askingWhy coaches should stand in multiple spots throughout an activityHow to accelerate athletic learningWorking backward to design a training session... with an example from Gordon RamseyFostering auton...
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with ice hockey coach Don Granato to discuss best practices, coaching evolutions, and nuanced issues faced by ice hockey players. A few areas on this episode we discuss: Attributes that lead to future successEffectiveness/Efficiency vs Talent/SkillImportance of having a willingness to do a role then grow from thereFalse confidence vs real confidenceHelping players understand the relevant informationHow to accelerate a player's growthWhy ac...
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with ice hockey coach Don Granato to discuss best practices, coaching evolutions, and nuanced issues faced by ice hockey players. A few areas on this episode we discuss: Why development is critical to winning frequentlyCreating an environment that fosters a player's passion and grows a coach's influenceGetting more out of your playersBarometers for how well the coach is doingHow to go about adding detail to practice and player's habitsThe ...
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 judgemen...
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-nego...
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...
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