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PowerTech Development Podcast
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Ep.247 | Ask Me Anything VII - PowerTech Development Podcast
In this Q&A episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, Eric and Andy answer real questions submitted by hockey parents and players from a...
Ep.246 | What We Wish Hockey Parents Knew Sooner | Lessons From the U16/U18 Journey - PowerTech Development Podcast
In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, Eric and Andy open up about the things they wish more hockey parents knew earlier - es...
Ep.245 | Do You Need an Agent? - Inside the World of Hockey Representation w NHLPA Certified Agent Brian Gill
In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, Eric sits down with Brian Gill , an NHLPA Certified Agent with Maloney and Thompson ,...
Ep.244 | The NHL Draft Through A Dads Eyes
In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, Eric and Andy reflect on the parenting journey from early youth hockey days to one of...
Ep.243 | Perspectives from USA Hockey Development with Jason Guerriero
In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we’re joined by Jason Guerriero - a former pro player, NCAA coach, and longtime contri...
Ep.242 | Cup Finals, TCS Live, Finding Your Values
In this episode, Eric and Andy have a deep, personal conversation about the importance of understanding your values — as a person and as a t...
Ep.241 | What does “WORKING HARD” Actually Mean?
Coach Eric and Coach Andy dive into one of the most commonly communicated but poorly explained concepts in sports and development: hard work...
Ep.240 | What It Takes to Play Hockey At Harvard University with Coach Matt Gilroy
In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we’re joined by Matt Gilroy—former walk-on at Boston University, Hobey Baker winner, N...
Ep.239 | Strategies to Own Your Development with Brian Willsie
Brian Willsie is the Director of Player Development for the Colorado Avalanche of the NHL. In this episode, he and Coach Eric discuss strate...
Ep.238 | What to Say When Your Kid Gets Cut
In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we tackle one of the most important topics in youth hockey—what happens when your kid...
Ep.237 | U18 Hockey Pressure, Private Lessons & Coaching Kids with Learning Differences
In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we dig into the real pressures of U18 hockey, the value (and overuse) of private lesso...
Ep.236 | Hockey Parent Pressure, Burnout & Comparison
In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we talk directly to hockey parents. If you've ever felt like: You're not doing enough...
Ep.235 | Attention to Detail, Taking Breaks, and the Skill of Recovery
In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we explore the balance between teaching skills and letting young players naturally dev...
Ep.234 | Inside the World’s Best Youth Hockey Programs with Matt Dumouchelle
In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we welcome Matt Dumouchelle, creator of The Coaches Site’s Hockey Factories Series, co...
Ep.233 | Ovechkin BREAKS Gretzky's Record, Being Good *Enough*, OHL Draft Tips
In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we go big-picture and ground-level: 🏒 Ovechkin breaks Gretzky’s record— is he a Top 5...
Ep.232 | Is Strength Training Safe for Kids? Myths, Long-Term Athletic Development & Early Specialization Risks"
In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast , we dive deep into youth strength training, long-term athletic development, and the da...
Ep.231 | Showcase Tournaments, The OHL Cup and OHL Draft
This episode of the podcast is brought to you by The Coaches Site LIVE ! Join PowerTech June 12-14 at University of Michigan Ann Arbour for...
Ep.230 | Consulting & Guidance Through Youth Hockey + Is the CHL Taking Over the NCAA?
In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast , we break down: How to get the RIGHT hockey advice—who should players trust? (6:30) Is...
Ep.229 | AAA, Prep, High School Hockey: Which Path is Best? + The Truth About Youth Training & Skill Gaps
In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we dive into the AAA vs Prep vs High School debate, youth hockey training culture, and...