The Hockey Think Tank Podcast

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SHORT SHIFTS - TIPS FOR TALKING TO YOUR COACH Jul 19, 2024

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On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Vechs wants to talk about not only the importance of players learning how to talk to their coaches, but tips on HOW to effectively navigate initiating them.

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SHORT SHIFTS - PUCK PROTECTION Jul 17, 2024

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On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about one of the biggest kesy to our game - puck protection!

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Episode 321 - Pushing Yourself in Practice on the Hard Days Jul 15, 2024

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This week Topher and Jeff are flying solo and talking about one of the things that every player struggles with at some point: figuring out how to push yourself in practice on the hard days. You’re not going to feel your best every day, developing strategies to still get the best out of yourself on those days is what fosters success - in any endeavor.

In this episode we talk about:

— Realities of a long season

— Goal Setting

— Routine

— Competition breeding excellence

AND SO MUCH MORE!

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

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SHORT SHIFTS - LINEUP CONSTRUCTION Jul 12, 2024

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On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about the things coaches need to consider when putting lines together - and the guys sound off on the types of players they liked playing with most.

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SHORT SHIFTS - WHAT WE MISS MOST FROM OUR PLAYING DAYS Jul 10, 2024

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On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, we are switching it up and Vechs is going first this week - he wants to know what Toph misses most from the old playing days!

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Episode 320 - Jacob Newton Jul 08, 2024

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This week Topher and Jeff welcome performance coach and former player, Jacob Newton. This is a must listen for some deep perspective on life, mental health, and optimal performance. Some of the topics discussed are sensitive and could be triggering (we do give you a heads up in the episode) - parents, you might want to listen first before hitting play with your kiddo in earshot.

In this episode we talk about:

— The curse of high achievers

— Learning to breathe properly is more important than any other recovery strategy

— The journey of healing

— Learning how to take back your power

AND SO MUCH MORE!

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

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SHORT SHIFTS - DEFENSE DEVELOPMENT Jul 05, 2024

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On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Vechs wants to talk about defense development and habits that young defensemen should be focused on to have success in today’s game.

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SHORT SHIFTS - F1 Jul 03, 2024

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On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk all things F1 and “Crazy Legs LoVecchio” is HERE FOR IT! Tips, tricks, and F1 hacks (play chess, not checkers) and habits is ON THE CLOCK!

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Episode 319 - Andrew Alberts Jul 01, 2024

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This week Topher and Jeff welcome former NHL defenseman, Andrew Alberts to the podcast! Such an inspiring episode including playing with Zdeno Chara in Boston, the Sedins in Vancouver, and how a little belief from a mentor after getting cut at 15 changed his life.

In this episode we talk about:

— Playing Midget B at 15 to over 450 NHL games

— How Zdeno Chara changed the Bruins

— Defending the Sedins in practice every day

— Working for NHL Sense Arena

AND SO MUCH MORE!

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

Visit NHL Sense Arena and use DISCOUNT CODE TANK-72A36D to get 10% off an annual plan of NHL Sense Arena.

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SHORT SHIFTS - ADVISORS Jun 28, 2024

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On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Vechs is bringing his Twitter/X rant to the podcast with some opinions about advisors who don’t actually ADVISE.

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