PowerTech Development Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Ep.88 | NCAA vs CHL Revisited with Coach Andy Jul 03, 2022

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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric revisit the big debate of NCAA vs OHL. They touch on the hockey specific factors that players should be weighing, and dig into the deeper levels that families should be considering when making the decision.

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Ep.87 | Coaches Corner I with Coach Andy Jun 26, 2022

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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric cover coaching for beginners. They cover some general tips for inexperienced coaches, how to create team success, coaching different ages and skill levels, developing systems, coaching behind the bench, and more!

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Ep.86 | When Boys Become Men with Coach Andy Jun 19, 2022

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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss elements of the maturing process as boys become men. They cover the importance of being adaptable, living in the past, how young players mature through their teenage years, and how to become a reliable and responsible young man.

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Ep.85 | Developing Into A Pro with Coach Andy Jun 12, 2022

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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric run through several professional development tips for young hockey players. They touch on the role of hard work, mistakes that professionals make in their life away from their sport, why getting an edge early can make a huge difference, the importance of never being satisfied, the NHL combine, and other topics!

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Ep.84 | What A Scout Sees with Coach Andy Jun 05, 2022

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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric provide a framework for how scouts evaluate hockey players. They go over the different categories a scout might be grading, how they breakdown each skill for evaluation, and how you can use this knowledge to improve your training protocol.

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Ep.83 | Learning To Lose with Coach Andy May 29, 2022

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In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the player development process and the importance of learning how to lose. They cover everything from bouncing back from setbacks, to the common trope of ‘hating to lose’, learning how to lose, and other topics.