Welcome to Episode 24 - Believe in Good Things and Good Things Will Happen with Jake Hildebrand

This week, we’re on location at Munn Ice Arena on the campus of Michigan State University, where we’re joined by Jake Hildebrand — former Spartan goaltender from 2012 to 2016, and current netminder for Eisbären Berlin in the DEL. During his time at MSU, Jake was named an All-American, Big Ten Goaltender of the Year, and Big Ten Player of the Year. Since turning pro, he’s earned ECHL Goaltender of the Year honors, captured the ECHL Kelly Cup, and won championships in both the DEL with Berlin and the DEL2 with Frankfurt.

The discussion of this episode revolves around Hildebrand's mental approach to the game, his experiences in professional hockey, and his advice for aspiring athletes. Hildebrand emphasizes the importance of maintaining a calm and confident demeanor, focusing on the process rather than the outcome, and believing in oneself.

This episode highlights:

- The mental challenges of goaltending, such as dealing with high-scoring games and avoiding negative self-talk.

- The significance of having fun and maintaining an even keel, drawing inspiration from goalies like Carey Price.

- How to overcome past failures, emphasizing the need to stick to what works and avoid overcomplicating things under pressure. 

- The importance of focusing on winning and developing a winning mindset, even when facing distractions or playing on less competitive teams.

- How Hildebrand has the ability to be a difference maker throughout his career. 

- Jake's experience playing overseas in Europe and his transition from playing in America. 

AND A LOT MORE!

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