Locker Room Truths: How Pros Win the Mental Game

If you're a pro or elite hockey player battling confidence swings, inconsistency and pressure— this show is for you. Winning the mental game means getting out of your own head so your talent shows up when it matters most. This podcast exists to strengthen the person behind the player — because when the person grows stronger, the player becomes unstoppable. At the highest levels, winning on the ice starts with winning the hardest battle you'll ever face: the battle in your mind. At the pro level, everyone can skate. Everyone can shoot. Everyone has the talent to be here. What separates the players who stay, earn trust, and lead, is who wins the mental game. Most players are never taught how to handle: Pressure, mistakes, expectations, role changes, or the internal noise that shows up when everything is on the line. That gap is where confidence slips, trust breaks, and careers either stall — or take off. That's where this show comes in. I'm Coach Rich Grogan — Mental Strength & Leadership Coach, lifelong hockey guy, Master Martial Artist, and creator of Warrior Confidence Hockey. I don't coach on-ice skills — you already have pros for that. I coach the six inches between the ears: self-leadership under pressure, discipline, habits, and consistency — so you show up as the same man and the same pro every night. Locker Room Truths delivers the conversations most players never get: • What actually earns a coach's trust • Why some players stay in the lineup • How to reset fast after mistakes • How to stop one error from turning into three • How to stay steady when confidence dips • How leaders carry themselves under pressure • How to handle scratches, slumps, and expectations • How to get out of your own way and play free again This isn't hype. It isn't therapy. And it isn't "mindset talk." It's real mentorship — built from lived experience, locker rooms, and hard lessons — for players who want consistency, longevity, and leadership at the highest level. You'll learn how to: • Stay composed when the moment calls your name • Reset quickly after mistakes • Show up reliable, not emotional • Lead yourself when no one's telling you what to do • Earn trust, stay in the lineup, and rise as a pro Because the truth is simple: When the person gets stronger, the player becomes unstoppable — on the ice and in life. Win the mental game. Get out of your own head. Become the player coaches trust. That's Warrior Confidence Hockey. 📚 Book: GetMoreIceTime.com 🏒 Start Here: WarriorConfidence.com/get-started 📲 Follow: @RealRichGrogan

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Ep. #402 Locker-Room Secrets to Earning More Ice Time

If You Want More Ice Time, Lead Yourself First: Self-Leadership Builds Trust - Locker-Room Secrets to Earning More Ice Time In this episode Rich Grogan emphasizes the importance of self-leadership for young athletes, particularly in relation to earning ice time in sports. He discusses how athletes should reflect on their performance rather than blame others, and how coaches reward those who demonstrate trustworthiness and a strong work ethic. Grogan also highlights the significance of character building through adversity and outlines four key pillars for success: attitude of excellence, mindset of a champion, work ethic of an underdog, and heart of a warrior. He stresses the need for respectful communication between athletes and coaches, encouraging parents to support their children in a constructive manner. Takeaways - Your kids need self-leadership, not just on-ice lessons. - Earning ice time is crucial for athlete development. - Coaches reward trustworthiness and hard work. - Character is built through overcoming adversity. - The right attitude can lead to more opportunities. - Respectful communication with coaches is essential. - Athletes must reflect on their own performance. - Success requires a mindset of resilience and grit. - Parents should support their athletes constructively. - Earning ice time is a reflection of overall character. Chapters 00:00 The Importance of Self-Leadership in Sports 01:31 Earning Ice Time: The Coach's Perspective 06:36 Building Character Through Adversity 13:28 The Path to Leadership and Trust 18:06 Communication and Respect with Coaches Special Offers: 🏒 Purchase "How To Get More Ice Time" Masterclass - NOW ONLY $9👉https://warriorconfidence.com/get-started/ 🏒 Purchase Best Selling Book "How to Get More Ice Time" www.GetMoreIceTime.com 🔥 Welcome to the Warrior Confidence Hockey Podcast with Coach Rich Grogan, where we are "Unleashing Champions On & Off the Ice" 🏒💪 💡The Champion's Playbook for Parents & Coaches - to help their athletes EARN More Ice Time & Leadership Roles, by standing out with Confidence, Discipline, Respect & Work Ethic! 🎙️ Hosted by Coach Rich Grogan, Founder of Warrior Confidence Hockey—Master Martial Artist, 2X Best-Selling, Award-winning Author, Mentor, Speaker, and Leadership Expert. With over 40 years in martial arts and 50 years in hockey, Rich empowers players, parents, and coaches to build confidence, respect, and leadership skills to thrive both on and off the ice. 📖 Want more tools to help your player stand out? 📚 Grab a copy of How to Get More Ice Time: A Champion's Playbook at www.GetMoreIceTime.com 💡 Grab a copy of our "How To Get More Ice Time" Masterclass - NOW ONLY $9👉https://warriorconfidence.com/get-started/ ✅ Don't miss an episode—subscribe now and kindly leave a 5-star review to help spread the Warrior Confidence movement! Follow Me for More Insights 🔗 Instagram: @RealRichGrogan 🔗 YouTube: Real Rich Grogan 🔗 TikTok: @RealRichGrogan 🔗 Facebook: @RealRichGrogan 🔗 Twitter: @RealRichGrogan 🔗 LinkedIn: @RealRichGrogan #WarriorConfidence #HockeyLeadership #ChampionMindset #IceTimeTips #HockeyLife #RealRichGrogan #ParentLeadership #YouthHockey #BuildingChampions #SelfDiscipline #AccountabilityMatters #RightHookOfReality #SelfRespect #Discipline

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