Hockey IQ Podcast

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Gordie Stafford, long time coach at Shattuck-St Mary's and author.A few areas in this episode we discuss:“Competition is the most sincere expression of friendship”Having a son reach the NHL along with a long career thereThe journey vs the resultsGame framework... DZ House, NZ Freeway, and OZ PlaygroundDoes your talent move you ahead?Optimal challenge - reframe adversity to opportunity (Frustration to understanding that is a benchmark)Action before motivation - act despite your feelings. The best have a bias for action with intention.Meet the kids where they areTeaching to inspiring learningImportance of unconditional loveCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Kohl Bell, skills coach out ot Kelowna, BC.A few areas in this episode we discuss:Why breaking his ankle at age 12 was blessing. House hockey vs travel hockeyFinding your identity as a playerSkating mechanicsWhy everything comes back to postureCoaching cues & Technical shooting mechanicsMessing around with the shooting mechanics and positioning. Exaggerate the fault as a way to learn athletic feelWhen to tell a goalie you are about to shoot.. Stop moving your feet.Shooting mechanics - Heel to toe (Spin) vs toe compress (Throw)Check out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Paul Matheson, expert modern skating coach.A few areas in this episode we discuss:Building blocks of skatingPosture and balance, "upper body will sabotage your feet"Lower body lean > upper body leanFixing the kickBody weight during turnsTraining youth vs training professionalsDoing technique slow instead of fastGetting puck involvedNuances within phases of skatingSprinting theory vs glide theory - launcher vs slider.Check out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with EliteProspects Head of USA scouting, Whittaker Heart.A few areas in this episode we discuss:Tools vs Playstyle in scouting ice hockey playersRole sense & Situational senseWhat does it mean to be hard to play against?Functional paceHow to create advantages, mental bias vs physical bias type playersSecrets of how NCAA Denver Pioneers successful playstyle and conceptsScouting practicesPractice habits of great players and faster learnersPracticing with intentionCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Nick Smallridge to talk about 2 of his newsletters diving deep into how to approach giving instructions to players.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Never telling your players what you thinkStories of epiphanyPoor phrases, "You need..." & "You should..."How to approach team talks between halves and periodsPreparing mentally for future potentialitiesLanguage of coachingHow to be more effective with coaching cues/yelling during gamesBest feedback for players in possession, close support, far support, and on the bench.Practical application of all the aboveCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with coach Michael Gurska, Assistant coach at Babson College & CSA tracker.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Practice designImprovement mindset from Macklin Celebrini + Michael HageDragging others to excellenceDifference between getting a sweat and getting better. Going through the motions vs active intent.Importance of intention and reflection.Process vs outcome feedbackPlayer run video sessionsPlaying situations (1) Attacking man-on-man vs zone (2) Finding the 2v1 (3) Defending the rush (4) Defending 2v1s + 3v2sCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with LB-Hockey founder, Louis Boulet.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Rating players beyond the basic box-score statsUsing calculus to quantify consistencyWhat individual skills lead to team successDefining physical play in a nuace way that leads to real on-ice advantagesLine compatibility and thoughts into building great chemistryUsing the development matrix to drive player developmentImportance of self-awarenessCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with CSA co-founder and private ice hockey coach, John Healy.A few areas on this episode we discuss:How to score more goals... best variable to useHow to get more scoring chancesExpected goalsBest ways to play net front and screensMaking the goalies miserableBeating goalies with good passes not just good shotsTranslating data and analytics to practice designSeparating factors between playing levelsBeing a more effective coachGetting players to take ownership of their developmentCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Kyle MacLennan, .A few areas on this episode we discuss:Details within gameplay and situationsWorking from backchecking/tracking to the Offensive ZoneUsing the lines and rulebook to your advantageHow to watch hockey to play better defenseWinger roles on the breakoutZone entry concepts and drill designThe importance of mastering creating offense from 2v2sHow to recover more pucks from shots in the offensive zoneCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Paolo Della Bella. Paolo is the goalie coach within HC Lugano and also with Swiss national team(s).A few areas on this episode we discuss:Goalie development from 9U to Full ProfessionalHow to select goaliesIntentional save selectionBeing a tailor rather than a molder (Don't have a picture for the goalie.Asking questionsBox controlDepth adaptation to threatsMental capacity development for ice hockey goaliesCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg)Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our websiteYouTube @HockeysArsenalFacebook @HockeysArsenalNewsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com