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The Hockey Think Tank Podcast

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The Hockey Think Tank Podcast brings incredible stories, interviews, and great perspective from some of the top hockey minds in the game. Hosted by Topher Scott & Jeff LoVecchio, our podcast will educate and inspire all those that love the game! For all the players, coaches, and hockey parents out there...make this your Go-To show on your way to the rink! Join our Community here!

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00:11:29

FRIDAY FACEOFF - IT TAKES A VILLAGE?!

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/06/13

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to talk about how it takes a village to be successful in today’s game. Some of the most recent NHL award winners, including Spencer Carbery and Aleksander Barkov, are perfect examples of the fact that nobody ever achieves anything great alone.TEN MINUTES ON THE CLOCK STARTING NOW! We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating, and share on your social sites! Follow us: IG: @HockeyThinkTank X (Twitter): @HockeyThinkTank TikTok:

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00:10:53

SHORT SHIFTS - TEAM TOUGHNESS

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/06/11

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about team toughness and how it makes your team unstoppable. We use this year’s Florida Panthers as an example of what it means to be a tough team to play against.TEN MINUTES ON THE CLOCK STARTING NOW! We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating, and share on your social sites! Shout out to this Short Shifts supporter: SkateTech Skate Sharpening & Equipment Repair Follow us: IG: @HockeyThinkTank X (Twitter): @HockeyThinkTank TikTok:

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01:12:14

The Coaching Career Path With Guest Tom Peffall,...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/06/09

This week Topher flies solo to talk in person with Tom Peffall, the head coach-in-waiting for Mercyhurst University’s Division I Men’s Ice Hockey team. We’ve talked a lot on the podcast about the different paths for players to higher level hockey, it’s time we talk about the unique paths for coaches too. In this episode we talk about: — Building a relationship with your players to encourage their compete level — Peffall’s unique coaching career path — The major changes to the college hockey

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00:10:50

FRIDAY FACEOFF - STICKING UP FOR YOUR TEAMMATES?!

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/06/06

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to talk about sticking up for your teammates on the ice. Even though the physicality changes at each level, the common factor across all age groups is how important it is for culture and making your team feel close.TEN MINUTES ON THE CLOCK STARTING NOW! We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating, and share on your social sites! Follow us: IG: @HockeyThinkTank X (Twitter): @HockeyThinkTank TikTok: @HockeyThinkTank Facebook:

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00:15:00

SHORT SHIFTS - FLOW/SKILL DRILLS

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/06/04

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Vechs wants to talk about what he calls “flow drills” and what Toph calls “skill drills.” We discuss what they are, what to include, and when to incorporate them into your practices.TEN MINUTES ON THE CLOCK STARTING NOW! We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating, and share on your social sites! Shout out to this Short Shifts supporter: SkateTech Skate Sharpening & Equipment Repair Follow us: IG: @HockeyThinkTank X (Twitter): @HockeyThinkTank TikTok:

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01:10:33

Navigating the Youth Hockey Journey as a Parent &...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/06/02

This week Topher and Jeff talk with Dave Hanson and his son, Christian Hanson. Dave is best known for his role as one of the Hanson brothers in the 1977 classic hockey movie, Slap Shot. This episode is a must listen for fans of the movie and for parents navigating the youth hockey journey. In this episode we talk about: — The importance of taking off your coaching/parenting hat and just being there for your kid — How much we encourage parents to get involved in any capacity — Not using a scholarship

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00:11:11

FRIDAY FACEOFF - PARENT/NON PARENT COACHES?!

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/05/30

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to talk about the pros and cons of having parent vs non parent coaches for your youth hockey team. We know the hockey community feels strongly about this one, so listen up as we discuss this hot topic.TEN MINUTES ON THE CLOCK STARTING NOW! We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating, and share on your social sites! Follow us: IG: @HockeyThinkTank X (Twitter): @HockeyThinkTank TikTok: @HockeyThinkTank Facebook: TheHockeyThinkTank

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00:11:01

SHORT SHIFTS - THE ROYAL ROAD

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/05/28

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about what the royal road is and how making a play across it significantly increases your chances of scoring.TEN MINUTES ON THE CLOCK STARTING NOW! We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating, and share on your social sites! Shout out to this Short Shifts supporter: SkateTech Skate Sharpening & Equipment Repair Follow us: IG: @HockeyThinkTank X (Twitter): @HockeyThinkTank TikTok: @HockeyThinkTank Facebook: TheHockeyThinkTank

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01:50:05

The American-Born Journey to the NHL: Diverse...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/05/26

This week Topher and Jeff fly solo to break down the various development paths to the top league in the world. There were 288 American players that played at least one game in the NHL during the 2023-2024 season. Topher spent months researching the trends that got those players to the highest level of professional hockey. We hear so much from parents and coaches about the pressure to follow a specific journey in order to play in the NHL; so we set out to show you that everyone has a different

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00:12:16

FRIDAY FACEOFF - MAPLE LEAFS CHOKE AGAIN?!

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/05/23

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to talk about the Toronto Maple Leafs and their unfortunate recent playoff runs.TEN MINUTES ON THE CLOCK STARTING NOW! We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating, and share on your social sites! Follow us: IG: @HockeyThinkTank X (Twitter): @HockeyThinkTank TikTok: @HockeyThinkTank Facebook: TheHockeyThinkTank

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00:10:33

SHORT SHIFTS - HOW TO DEFEND THE FRONT OF THE NET

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/05/21

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about how to defend the front of the net. Last week we talked about scoring garbage goals, so now let’s discuss how to defend against them.TEN MINUTES ON THE CLOCK STARTING NOW! We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating, and share on your social sites! Shout out to this Short Shifts supporter: SkateTech Skate Sharpening & Equipment Repair Follow us: IG: @HockeyThinkTank X (Twitter): @HockeyThinkTank TikTok:

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00:58:15

Top Environmental Factors Crucial for Players to...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/05/19

This week Topher and Jeff fly solo to talk about the 7 environmental factors crucial for players to develop. We encourage parents to join an organization/team that provides this atmosphere to help your child succeed and encourage coaches to help provide that environment. Listen as we break down how to set up an environment where players can develop to the best of their abilities: — Establish a relationship — Vulnerability as a coach — Be prepared, but be flexible — Competition — Be authentic —

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00:12:15

FRIDAY FACEOFF - POSTGAME SPEECHES?!

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/05/16

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to talk about postgame speeches and what you’ve gotta include. Be authentic and always go back to your process and your identity.TEN MINUTES ON THE CLOCK STARTING NOW! We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating, and share on your social sites! Follow us: IG: @HockeyThinkTank X (Twitter): @HockeyThinkTank TikTok: @HockeyThinkTank Facebook: TheHockeyThinkTank

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00:11:22

SHORT SHIFTS - GARBAGE GOALS

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/05/14

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about a topic one of our listeners suggested: garbage goals. We define what they are, how to score more of them, and how to have that scoring mentality.TEN MINUTES ON THE CLOCK STARTING NOW! We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating, and share on your social sites! Shout out to this Short Shifts supporter: SkateTech Skate Sharpening & Equipment Repair Follow us: IG: @HockeyThinkTank X (Twitter): @HockeyThinkTank TikTok:

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01:28:41

The Winning Mindset: Comprehensive Excellence,...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/05/12

This week Topher and Jeff talk with Pat Ferschweiler, Western Michigan Broncos men’s ice hockey head coach and 2025 Frozen Four Men’s Ice Hockey Championship winner. Fersch joins us on the pod to talk about what it takes to win it all. In this episode we talk about: — How the men’s ice hockey team won the title without any NIL money — That no matter how good you were, you have to be better than your previous year — How coaches shouldn’t have to coach effort — How to keep players emotionally

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00:11:35

FRIDAY FACEOFF - HEAD SHOTS?!

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/05/09

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to talk about head shots from hits. We’ve seen a few in the past couple of weeks in the NHL playoffs, so let’s talk about them.TEN MINUTES ON THE CLOCK STARTING NOW! We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating, and share on your social sites! Follow us: IG: @HockeyThinkTank X (Twitter): @HockeyThinkTank TikTok: @HockeyThinkTank Facebook: TheHockeyThinkTank

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00:10:33

SHORT SHIFTS - HOW DO YOU HELP SKILLED PLAYERS WITH...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/05/07

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about a question submitted by one of our listeners; “How do you help skilled players with low confidence in their own skills?” We discuss what to do when they look good in practice, but can’t seem to replicate their skills in a game.TEN MINUTES ON THE CLOCK STARTING NOW! We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating, and share on your social sites! Shout out to this Short Shifts supporter: SkateTech Skate Sharpening & Equipment

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01:21:02

Breaking Down the Modern Game: Fine Details, Current...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/05/05

This week Topher and Jeff talk with Mike McGinnis, player development coach with NorCan Hockey. Using his experience with Hockey Alberta and his current business, McGinnis provided us with some great insight regarding the modern aspects of the game. In this episode we talk about: — The importance of being able to stick handle by feel, and not needing to look at the puck — Modern vs “old-school” shooting techniques — How 60% of NHL passes are contested, so you should include contested passes in

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00:10:33

FRIDAY FACEOFF - THE DECLINE OF REC HOCKEY?!

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/05/02

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to talk about the decline of recreational and house league hockey. There is an immense pressure to jump to the next level as quickly as possible, so we’re seeing a large gap between Learn to Play and what's next. Let’s talk about how this is affecting our sport.TEN MINUTES ON THE CLOCK STARTING NOW! We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating, and share on your social sites! Follow us: IG: @HockeyThinkTank X (Twitter): @HockeyThinkTank TikTok:

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00:12:14

SHORT SHIFTS - COMPETE LEVEL

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/04/30

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about one of the most important things every player needs: a high compete level. What does that mean? Let’s talk about it!TEN MINUTES ON THE CLOCK STARTING NOW! We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating, and share on your social sites! Shout out to this Short Shifts supporter: SkateTech Skate Sharpening & Equipment Repair Follow us: IG: @HockeyThinkTank X (Twitter): @HockeyThinkTank TikTok: @HockeyThinkTank Facebook:

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