Evan and Pat talk with Sean O'Brien, the new head coach of the boys' hockey team at Phillips Exeter Academy. Sean shares insights from his career, including his recent move back to New England from Pittsburgh, his previous coaching stint at Harvard, and his philosophy on integrating technology and video analysis to enhance player development. He also discusses the balance between academics and athletics in a prep school environment, the impact of the CHL ruling on prep hockey, and the importance of building professional networks and relationships for long-term success. The episode concludes with a discussion on outdated hockey strategies and the evolving role of analytics in coaching.

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00:29 Guest Introduction: Sean O'Brien

01:34 Sean O'Brien's Journey to Phillips Exeter

05:03 The Appeal of Phillips Exeter

07:23 Recruitment and Academic Balance

12:32 Lessons from Harvard

16:49 The Role of Technology in Coaching

24:24 Seamless Video Integration in Coaching

25:17 The Importance of Self-Reflection in Sports

26:48 Impact of CHL Ruling on Prep Schools

29:15 Evaluating Player Readiness for Junior Hockey

31:19 Balancing Hockey and Academic Development

35:46 Building Long-Term Professional Networks

40:04 Hockey Strategy Insights: Overtime Segment