The High Performance Hockey Podcast

Teacher: A Word that Transcends

Aug 5, 2024

52:26

How do you become a teacher that ensures the future success of your players? Today, class is in session with Ben Eaves, the strength & conditioning coach for the Cleveland Monsters. Ben is here to share experiences from his background as both an elite player and development coach for high performing athletes. Our conversation will focus on his position and role as a strength & conditioning coach, from the important aspects like connection and development to his philosophy of the game and how it shapes his coaching. Ben shows us how to start from the scoreboard and work backward, fusing it with his strength & conditioning for his players to succeed. We also take a lens to skill sessions, the non-negotiables, training difficult tangibles + intangibles, and even more. Tune in to learn from one of the best coaches, teachers, and professionals in the game!

HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 Introducing Ben Eaves, strength & conditioning and skill coach for the Cleveland Monsters!

02:30 What was the impact your family had on you personally + professionally?

07:10 The tasks of a development coach with the Cleveland Monsters.

13:20 What is your overarching philosophy as a strength coach?

18:15 Elements to look at for on and off ice developmental players.

24:50 Skill session walkthrough + non-negotiables.

34:20 Pattern recognition + mindset at a high performance level.

37:15 The difficulty of training stride mechanics.

41:15 How do you communicate results as a strength coach?

44:20 How to put together the ideal performance staff.

48:00 What is the biggest lesson for young practitioners?