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

Update: 2025-09-29

Description

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

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