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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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00:12:14

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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01:30:40

Let’s Talk All Things Goaltending With Guest Steve...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/04/28

This week Topher and Jeff talk with Steve Thompson, Manager of Player Development for Goaltending for USA Hockey. Thompson played college hockey at the University of Alaska Fairbanks and now is an integral part of USA Hockey’s goaltending development. This episode has so many great nuggets not just for our goalies, but coaches, parents, and players too! In this episode we talk about: — Thompson’s unique experience at the Beijing Olympics having to quarantine because of Covid — Advice for non-goalie

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00:10:28

FRIDAY FACEOFF - RESTING PLAYERS FOR PLAYOFFS?!

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/04/25

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to talk about resting players going into the playoffs. Join us for this controversial topic on whether or not the best players should sit the final games of the season in order to prepare for the post season. As always, head to our socials and tell us your thoughts on this 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):

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00:10:30

SHORT SHIFTS - GETTING THE PUCK TO THE MIDDLE OF THE ICE

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/04/23

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about getting the puck to the middle of the ice. We discuss why it is so important and how it can help you in different areas of the 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 Repair Follow us: IG: @HockeyThinkTank X (Twitter): @HockeyThinkTank TikTok:

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01:07:32

The Importance of Unstructured Play, Practice, &...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/04/21

This week Topher and Jeff talk with Paul Caufield, dad to Cole Caufield of the NHL Montreal Canadiens. Caufield not only played hockey himself, but also coached and still runs a rink in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. In this episode we talk about: — Caufield’s family and their rich history with hockey — An inside look into how Cole Caufield developed his love for the game — That practice is just as, if not more important than games — Developing confidence through other sports — How hockey IQ needs to be

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00:11:00

FRIDAY FACEOFF - BALANCING INDIVIDUAL AMBITION WITH...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/04/18

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to talk about balancing individual ambition with wanting to win and being a good teammate. We use Washington Capitals Alex Ovechkin’s latest breaking record to talk about this 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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00:10:27

SHORT SHIFTS - 3 ON 2s

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/04/16

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about offensive 3 on 2s. We discuss best strategies and how to work on them in practice.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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01:02:51

The Transformative Power of Sports With Guest Lindsey...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/04/14

This week Topher talks with Lindsey Wilson, current Mental Performance Coach and former college and professional basketball player. She is the founder of Positive Performance™ and The Mindset Coach Academy™ where she helps aspiring mental performance coaches start their dream business and impact lives. In this episode we talk about: — Who you are becoming while you try to achieve your goals — The importance of a leader leading by example — How to best support your coaches, so that they don’t feel

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00:20:52

FRIDAY FACEOFF - SHOULD YOU PLAY UP A LEVEL?!

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/04/11

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Vechs wants to talk about when or if you should play up a level. We discuss not only the physical pressure, but also the emotions behind playing outside your age bracket. TEN MINUTES ON THE CLOCK STARTING NOW! (…plus a couple of minutes!) 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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00:10:17

SHORT SHIFTS - HOW TO CHALLENGE THE KIDS THAT ARE...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/04/09

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about how to challenge the kids that are naturally good at hockey and things come easy to them. Sometimes it can be difficult to motivate them because they don’t have to try as hard as their teammates, so here are some of our ideas to help 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 &

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01:10:10

You Asked, Toph & Jeff Answered: Mailbag Episode - EP...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/04/07

This week Topher and Jeff sit down for a mailbag episode to answer some of the questions our listeners have submitted recently. If you have a question you’d like for us to answer, DM us on our socials and we’ll include it in our next mailbag episode! In this episode we talk about: — “Should I post my kid’s clips to social media to get seen?” — “How do you deal with toxic teammates?” — “How do you encourage smaller players when others underestimate them?” — The changing landscape of college

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00:10:30

FRIDAY FACEOFF - WHAT TO SAY TO YOUR KID WHEN YOU...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/04/04

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to talk about how to support and talk to your player when you don’t have a hockey background or know the game.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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00:11:31

SHORT SHIFTS - RACES & BATTLES

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/04/02

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about the importance of incorporating races and battles to make your practices better and more game-like.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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01:04:37

How to Improve Game Performance With Guest Barry...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/03/31

This week Topher talks with Barry Smith, 7 time Stanley Cup winning NHL coach. Smith shared some of his extensive hockey knowledge with us and what he’s learned in his years working with Scotty Bowman and numerous other NHL Hall of Famers.In this episode we talk about: — Improving game performance by replicating the game in practice — Introducing contact younger, so that players don’t have to think about it later — How there are a lot of skilled players, but not smart players — Smith’s personal

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00:10:49

FRIDAY FACEOFF - FINANCIAL TRANSPARENCY IN YOUTH...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/03/28

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to talk about the biggest taboo topic in youth hockey: the money. One of our listeners asked what the normal practice is for financial transparency in youth organizations, so let’s get to it!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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00:11:05

SHORT SHIFTS - HABITS FOR WHEN THE PUCK GOES LOW TO HIGH

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/03/26

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about the important habits and concepts you need to know when the puck goes low to high in the zone, both offensively and defensively.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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01:07:37

The Art of Coaching With Guest Jesse Hale, Calgary...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/03/24

This week Topher and Jeff talk with Jesse Hale, the general manager of the Calgary Northstars, a Tier 1 organization in Calgary, Alberta. Hale has worked with Hockey Canada and Hockey Alberta, and now runs one of the youth organizations that we work with in our Youth Organization Blueprint. In this episode we talk about: — How to get your foot in the door professionally — Not just running a drill to run a drill — Coaching the coaches and the importance of having your coaching team on the same page —

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00:10:37

FRIDAY FACEOFF - INSIDE THE LOCKER ROOM DURING THE...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/03/21

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to talk about the exciting and contentious landscape of the NHL trade deadline. We discuss some of the most recent trades this season and get an inside look of the emotions behind the trade deadline.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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00:10:27

SHORT SHIFTS - WHEN TO PULL YOUR GOALIE

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/03/19

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about the crucial timing of pulling your goalie to help win the 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 Repair Follow us: IG: @HockeyThinkTank X (Twitter): @HockeyThinkTank TikTok: @HockeyThinkTank Facebook: TheHockeyThinkTank

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01:26:17

Top 10 Things We Learned About Youth Hockey This...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/03/17

As we begin to wrap up our second season of working with multiple youth hockey organizations across North America, this week Topher and Jeff talk about the top 10 things they’ve learned about youth hockey this year. Special thanks to all of the organizations we have worked with in our Youth Hockey Organization Blueprint. If you feel like your organization or team could benefit from working with us, check out the referral link below! BLUEPRINT ORGANIZATION REFERRAL Thank you to our title sponsor

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