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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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00:10:52

SHORT SHIFTS - HOW TO END PRACTICE

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/01/29

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Vechs wants to talk about how to end practice to get the players fired up and excited for the next one.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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01:06:37

Resources for Those Looking to Foster A Positive...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/01/27

This week Topher and Jeff talk with John O’Sullivan, founder of Changing The Game Project. His company’s mission is to provide those involved in any youth sport with the resources they need to create a healthy and rewarding experience. This is a great episode for coaches and parents looking to foster a positive environment.In this episode we talk about: — Recognizing hockey isn’t the easiest sport to get into later in life, but what you can do for success — That you’re not a bad parent when you say

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00:11:15

FRIDAY FACEOFF - COMMUNITY VS PROFESSIONAL MODEL?!

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/01/24

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to debate utilizing the community model vs the professional model for youth hockey by comparing Minnesota and Massachusetts stats. We’ve got STRONG feelings about this one so let’s go…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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00:10:55

SHORT SHIFTS - D TOUCHES ON THE BREAKOUT

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/01/22

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about the habits and concepts that can help defense break the puck out.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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01:14:18

Living With Intention, Dealing With the Emotions of...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/01/20

This week Topher and Jeff talk with PJ Atherton, former college and professional hockey player. Atherton grew up playing Minnesota hockey and joins us this episode to talk about how the community-based model shaped his career and how he views the game. In this episode we talk about: — Community-based hockey and always playing for the logo on the front of your jersey — Learning to dominate multiple levels and how being “too ready” for the next level can be a good thing — How to put players in the

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00:11:18

FRIDAY FACEOFF - HOW TO HANDLE PLAYER SELECTION?!

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/01/17

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to discuss how to handle cutting players: should it be posted online or done in person? Let’s dive into the emotions and best practices of player selection.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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00:10:22

SHORT SHIFTS - WINNING IN TRANSITION (RERUN)

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/01/15

Here is the last of our top three favorite Short Shifts episodes to get your 2025 going!… On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Topher wants to talk about the transition game: what is winning in transition and how important is being good in transition 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

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01:07:51

An Inside Look Of An Elite Goaltender’s Mind With...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/01/13

This week Topher and Jeff talk with Jakub Dobeš, current Montreal Canadiens goaltender. Listen as we dive into the mind of an elite athlete to understand what it takes to make it to the highest stage in our sport. In this episode we talk about: — Dobeš’ “late bloomer” path to the NHL — An inside look into life as an NHL player — How the most valuable thing you can bring to a team is consistency — Advice for goalies aspiring to continue playing in the net AND SO MUCH MORE! Thank you to our title

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00:11:52

FRIDAY FACEOFF - WHAT CAN SAVE THE HOCKEY WORLD?!

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/01/10

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to discuss a question he received: “What does the youth hockey world need more of, better, or something different than it already has right now?”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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00:10:03

SHORT SHIFTS - NUTRITION (RERUN)

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/01/08

Here is another one of our favorite past Short Shifts as we get back into the swing of the new year!… On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph’s topic is - NUTRITION. It’s such an important component for any athlete to reach their potential and Vechs HAS THOUGHTS that you’re not going to want to miss! 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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01:28:52

Never Knowing When Someone Is Watching, Feeling Left...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/01/06

This week Topher and Jeff talk with Derek Stephens, former college and professional hockey player. Stephens is currently involved at the youth level with his own kids playing and joins us this episode to discuss the taboo topics of youth hockey. In this episode we talk about: — How you never know when someone is watching, so strive to be your best self every day — The internalized pressure of feeling left behind when you don’t participate in every camp, season, opportunity, etc. — People being

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00:08:19

A LOVE LETTER TO THE HOCKEY MOMS FROM TOPHER'S DAD

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/01/03

In place of today’s Friday Faceoff episode, Toph reads a letter his dad sent to Jess, Toph’s little sister. Grab the tissues and send this episode to all of the moms and mom figures in your life 🤧 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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00:10:20

SHORT SHIFTS - CONSISTENCY (RERUN)

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2025/01/01

Happy New Year fam! The boys are on holiday break, so we have a rerun of one of our most popular Short Shifts for you guys!On today's SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about consistency. What players, and coaches, can do individually (with preparation, routines, habits) to help with team consistency. 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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00:54:43

Home for the Holidays with Toph & Jeff: The Christmas...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2024/12/30

This week Topher and Jeff are home for the holidays in Chicago with the whole fam to bring you a Christmas special episode. This episode helped us remember our why and we hope you enjoy getting to know us and those closest to us a little better. Happy holidays from all of us at the Hockey Think Tank! Thank you to our title sponsor IceHockeySystems.com, as well as Train-Heroic, CuredNutrition, Helios Hockey, and Crossbar! And thank you to our AMAZING LISTENERS; We appreciate every listen, download,

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00:10:45

FRIDAY FACEOFF - WHAT AGE TO START CHECKING?!

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2024/12/27

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph and Vechs discuss the controversial topic: what age should we allow youth players to start checking? 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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00:10:48

SHORT SHIFTS - HOW TO COACH REALLY YOUNG PLAYERS

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2024/12/25

Merry Christmas fam!On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to answer a question from one of our listeners: how do you best coach really young players? What drills can you do to balance making it fun, but also continue to develop their skating and stick abilities? 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:

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01:11:00

Things to Know for Those Aspiring to Play High Level...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2024/12/23

This week Topher and Jeff talk with Drew Shore, former college and NHL player. This is a must listen episode for those aspiring to play high level hockey. In this episode we talk about: — How development is a process: find the best fitting program, not the flashiest — Earning more rope by working hard every day — The emotions of the game and trying to let things roll off your back — Shifting your mindset from “I have to do this” to “I get to do this” AND SO MUCH MORE! Thank you to our title sponsor

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00:10:27

FRIDAY FACEOFF - ICING VS NO ICING ON PENALTY KILLS?!

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2024/12/20

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph and Vechs debate allowing icing on penalty kills at the youth level. Are you pro icing or pro non-icing? 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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00:11:04

SHORT SHIFTS - SKILL DISCREPANCY WITHIN TEAMS

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2024/12/18

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about teams that have a wide range of skill and how to best coach the skill discrepancy.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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00:48:44

Too Serious, Too Soon: The Professionalization of...

The Hockey Think Tank Podcast ·

2024/12/16

This week Topher and Jeff continue their heated discussion from our latest FRIDAY FACEOFF episode on AAA Mite Hockey. We had so much to say on that episode, that we had to keep it going and transition into the topic of the professionalization of youth hockey.In this episode we talk about: — The pressure to perform and how it’s making kids fall out of love with the game — Encouraging kids to diversify their skills by playing other sports — Making it despite the system, not because of it AND SO MUCH

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