The Hockey Think Tank Podcast

On this episode of the Hockey Think Tank podcast, Jeff and Topher talk to former Lake Superior State University player and current Lawrence University (DIII) Head Coach, Brett Wall. In this conversation we talk about:— Coaching philosophy & development— Motivating people — Leadership styles and their impactAND SO MUCH MORE!Thank you to our sponsors GelStx, Train-Heroic, CuredNutrition, and IceHockeySystems.com. And thank you to our AMAZING LISTENERS! This episode has a little something for everyone and will be a terrific resource for anyone in a leadership role!Check out our link nordvpn.com/thinktank to protect your online activity.

On this episode of the Hockey Think Tank podcast, Jeff and Topher talk about the things they believe help maximize potential including:— Strive to constantly be learning— Who you surround yourself with matters— Self reflection/Self awarenessAND SO MUCH MORE!Thank you to our sponsors GelStx, Train-Heroic, CuredNutrition, and IceHockeySystems.com. And thank you to our AMAZING LISTENERS! DO NOT fast forward through the sponsor reads - we promise you’re going to want to hear them. Topher & Jeff trade places and hilarity ensues.Check out our link nordvpn.com/thinktank to protect your online activity.

On this episode of the Hockey Think Tank podcast, Jeff and Topher do another MAILBAG from your questions on social media. They cover:— The balance between emotion and discipline— Ways to conquer point slumps— Training through breaks/weeks off for higher level playersAND SO MUCH MORE!Thank you to our sponsors GelStx, Train-Heroic, CuredNutrition, and IceHockeySystems.com. And thank you to our AMAZING LISTENERS! We love doing these episodes - so DM or email us your questions any time and we will get to them on the next MAILBAG!Check out our link nordvpn.com/thinktank to protect your online activity.

On this episode of the Hockey Think Tank podcast, we talked with former BC star and current Bishop Kearney Hockey Director, Chris Collins! He has some terrific stories from his playing days as well as his personal journey to giving back to our great game!In this conversation we talk about:— Doing what it takes to get better and create success— Evolve Hockey and the “Just Get Good” motto— How a kid from Rochester ends up running an elite hockey academy in his hometownAND SO MUCH MORE!Thank you to our sponsors GelStx, Train-Heroic, CuredNutrition, and IceHockeySystems.com. And thank you to our AMAZING LISTENERS! This episode was a long time coming with our good friend Chris and his insight was worth the wait!Check out our link nordvpn.com/thinktank to protect your online activity.

On this episode of the Hockey Think Tank podcast, Jeff & Toph talk all things DISCIPLINE!In this conversation we talk about:— Flipping the script on the negative connotation of the word discipline and instead, using it as your superpower— Strategies to be disciplined in pursuit of your goals— a CRAZY parent email that you will not want to missAND SO MUCH MORE!Thank you to our sponsors GelStx, Train-Heroic, CuredNutrition, and IceHockeySystems.com. And thank you to our AMAZING LISTENERS! This episode is quite the ride - Jeff is HIGH ENERGY and it leads to instant hilarity right from the jump!Check out our link nordvpn.com/thinktank to protect your online activity.

On this episode of the Hockey Think Tank podcast, we talk to former pro hockey player turned futures trader, James Sixsmith who started a company while still playing to set himself up financially for life after the game.In this conversation we talk:— Sixer and Vecchs playing against each other overseas— What smaller players need to be successful at the highest levels— The work ethic that high level players have translating to success off the iceAND SO MUCH MOREThank you to our sponsors GelStx, Train-Heroic, CuredNutrition, and IceHockeySystems.com. And thank you to our AMAZING LISTENERS! This episode is a great reminder that hockey teaches valuable life skills like humility and unmatched work ethic. 

On this episode of the Hockey Think Tank podcast, it’s all about HOCKEY PARENTS! Jeff & Topher talk about what some of the best hockey parents do right and answer questions they’ve received from parents over the years.In this conversation we talk:— The car ride home— Burnout & injury prevention— Life lessons that the hockey experience teachesAND SO MUCH MOREThank you to our sponsors GelStx, Train-Heroic, CuredNutrition, and IceHockeySystems.com. Thank you to new sponsor NordVPN - an internet streaming and security company where you can get a great discount by going to nordvpn.com/thinktank.And thank you to our AMAZING LISTENERS! This episode is a great reminder that hockey is a journey for the whole family that starts and ends with a love of the game!

On this episode of the Hockey Think Tank podcast, we talk to the founder of State and Liberty Clothing Company and former University of Michigan Hockey captain, Lee Moffie.In this conversation we talk:— Resiliency— Leadership & Transparency— Entrepreneurship— Culture and communicationAND SO MUCH MOREThank you to our sponsors GelStx, Train-Heroic, CuredNutrition, and IceHockeySystems.com. Check out our friends at Nord VPN: nordvpn.com/thinktankAnd thank you to our AMAZING LISTENERS! This episode is another great reminder about the skills and lessons that can be learned through hockey and applied throughout the rest of your life.

On this episode of the Hockey Think Tank podcast, Jeff and Topher talk about confidence: why it’s important, how to achieve it, how to regain it, and why it’s not an easy process.In this conversation we talk:—Why confidence is such a huge part of development and success— Strategies to regain confidence— Learning to be comfortable in uncomfortable situationsAND SO MUCH MORE (like the boys being confident enough to sing Kelly Clarkson’s “Stronger”) THAT YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS!Thank you to our sponsors GelStx, Train-Heroic, CuredNutrition, and IceHockeySystems.com. And thank you to our AMAZING LISTENERS! This episode is a great reminder that having confidence is a skill that must be honed consistently on and off the ice.

On this episode of the Hockey Think Tank podcast, we bring on former NHLer, Zac Rinaldo. Known for his gritty and physical style of play, this was a very raw, very honest, very intense conversation about living life and doing things with no regrets.In this conversation we talk:— The people who most influenced Zac growing up around the game— A competitive mindset and earning every day— Giving back to the gameAND SO MUCH MORE!Thank you to our sponsors GelStx, Train-Heroic, CuredNutrition, NordVPN and IceHockeySystems.com. And thank you to our AMAZING LISTENERS! This episode is a great reminder to work every day to be true to YOU and be your best self.Check out Nord here: nordvpn.com/thinktank