The Hockey Think Tank Podcast

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Resources for Those Looking to Foster A Positive Environment With Guest John O’Sullivan, Changing The Game Project Founder - EP 349 Jan 27, 2025

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This week Topher and Jeff talk with John O’Sullivan, founder of Changing The Game Project. His company’s mission is to provide those involved in any youth sport with the resources they need to create a healthy and rewarding experience. This is a great episode for coaches and parents looking to foster a positive environment.

In this episode we talk about:

— Recognizing hockey isn’t the easiest sport to get into later in life, but what you can do for success

— That you’re not a bad parent when you say no

— Competing on the ice and collaborating off the ice

— How kids are learning to play a “slow game” and that it’s increasing the risk of injury

AND SO MUCH MORE!

Thank you to our title sponsor IceHockeySystems.com, as well as Train-Heroic, CuredNutrition, Helios Hockey, and Crossbar!

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FRIDAY FACEOFF - COMMUNITY VS PROFESSIONAL MODEL?! Jan 24, 2025

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On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to debate utilizing the community model vs the professional model for youth hockey by comparing Minnesota and Massachusetts stats. We’ve got STRONG feelings about this one so let’s go…

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SHORT SHIFTS - D TOUCHES ON THE BREAKOUT Jan 22, 2025

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On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about the habits and concepts that can help defense break the puck out.

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Living With Intention, Dealing With the Emotions of Getting Cut, & Community-Based Hockey With Guest PJ Atherton, Former Pro Player - EP 348 Jan 20, 2025

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This week Topher and Jeff talk with PJ Atherton, former college and professional hockey player. Atherton grew up playing Minnesota hockey and joins us this episode to talk about how the community-based model shaped his career and how he views the game.

In this episode we talk about:

— Community-based hockey and always playing for the logo on the front of your jersey

— Learning to dominate multiple levels and how being “too ready” for the next level can be a good thing

— How to put players in the driver’s seat of their own game

— Living with intention and how it carries you further

AND SO MUCH MORE!

Thank you to our title sponsor IceHockeySystems.com, as well as Train-Heroic, CuredNutrition, Helios Hockey, and Crossbar!

And thank you to our AMAZING LISTENERS; We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating, and share on your social sites!

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FRIDAY FACEOFF - HOW TO HANDLE PLAYER SELECTION?! Jan 17, 2025

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On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to discuss how to handle cutting players: should it be posted online or done in person? Let’s dive into the emotions and best practices of player selection.

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SHORT SHIFTS - WINNING IN TRANSITION (RERUN) Jan 15, 2025

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Here is the last of our top three favorite Short Shifts episodes to get your 2025 going!

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On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Topher wants to talk about the transition game: what is winning in transition and how important is being good in transition both offensively and defensively?

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An Inside Look Of An Elite Goaltender’s Mind With Guest Jakub Dobeš, Current Montreal Canadiens Goalie - EP 347 Jan 13, 2025

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This week Topher and Jeff talk with Jakub Dobeš, current Montreal Canadiens goaltender. Listen as we dive into the mind of an elite athlete to understand what it takes to make it to the highest stage in our sport.

In this episode we talk about:

— Dobeš’ “late bloomer” path to the NHL

— An inside look into life as an NHL player

— How the most valuable thing you can bring to a team is consistency

— Advice for goalies aspiring to continue playing in the net

AND SO MUCH MORE!

Thank you to our title sponsor IceHockeySystems.com, as well as Train-Heroic, CuredNutrition, Helios Hockey, and Crossbar!

And thank you to our AMAZING LISTENERS; We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating, and share on your social sites!

If you’d like to join our Hockey Think Tank Community, head over to Community.TheHockeyThinkTank.com and check it out!

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FRIDAY FACEOFF - WHAT CAN SAVE THE HOCKEY WORLD?! Jan 10, 2025

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On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to discuss a question he received: “What does the youth hockey world need more of, better, or something different than it already has right now?”

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SHORT SHIFTS - NUTRITION (RERUN) Jan 08, 2025

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Here is another one of our favorite past Short Shifts as we get back into the swing of the new year!

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On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph’s topic is - NUTRITION. It’s such an important component for any athlete to reach their potential and Vechs HAS THOUGHTS that you’re not going to want to miss!

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Never Knowing When Someone Is Watching, Feeling Left Behind, & Always Doing the Right Thing With Guest Derek Stephens, Former Pro Player - EP 346 Jan 06, 2025

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This week Topher and Jeff talk with Derek Stephens, former college and professional hockey player. Stephens is currently involved at the youth level with his own kids playing and joins us this episode to discuss the taboo topics of youth hockey.

In this episode we talk about:

— How you never know when someone is watching, so strive to be your best self every day

— The internalized pressure of feeling left behind when you don’t participate in every camp, season, opportunity, etc.

— People being hesitant to do the right thing even though they know better

— Ways to help your kids or yourself develop for free

AND SO MUCH MORE!

Thank you to our title sponsor IceHockeySystems.com, as well as Train-Heroic, CuredNutrition, Helios Hockey, and Crossbar!

And thank you to our AMAZING LISTENERS; We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating and share on your social sites!

If you’d like to join our Hockey Think Tank Community, head over to Community.TheHockeyThinkTank.com and check it out!

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