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!

The Rink Shrinks & the HTT Team Up to Take on Youth Hockey - EP 351
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Yesterday at 9:00 AM

This week Topher and Jeff talk with Mike Mottau and Brian Yandle from The Rink Shrinks podcast. We are very excited to announce that they have joined our community to help bring positive change to the hockey world, so be sure to join us at Community.TheHockeyThinkTank.com to not miss a moment of our collaboration!

In this episode we talk about:

— What the HTT community is and how to join

— Jeff and Topher’s hockey career and their path to starting the HTT

— How the best players are the best athletes...


FRIDAY FACEOFF - TAGE THOMPSON HIT?!
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Last Friday at 9:00 AM

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to talk about the recent hit on Tage Thompson from the Buffalo Sabres. After a brutal hit to the head, there was no response from his teammates. Let’s talk about the importance of sticking up for your teammates.

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SHORT SHIFTS - DOG DAYS OF THE SEASON
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Last Wednesday at 9:00 AM

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about what to do as a coach during the dog days of the hockey season to keep spirits high and break up the monotony of the season.

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Let's Talk Mental Skills for Coaches, Parents, & Players With Guest David Franco, Mental Performance Coach - EP 350
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02/03/2025

This week Topher and Jeff talk with David Franco, Mental Performance Coach for the Texas Rangers, where he was part of their '23 World Series Championship. Franco played baseball at the D1 Level for Miami of Ohio University, and has since worked with baseball and hockey players on the mental skills side.

In this episode we talk about:

— How coaches can't help with the mental aspect during the game, so they need to prepare their players for when it matters most

— Encouraging players to make mistakes and try new things

— The import...


FRIDAY FACEOFF - IS ANY PLAYER ABOVE THE TEAM STANDARD?!
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01/31/2025

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to talk about upholding team standards and rules for every player, no matter their skill. We use a recent event involving Brayden Point from the Tampa Bay Lightning as an example.

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SHORT SHIFTS - HOW TO END PRACTICE
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01/29/2025

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.

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Resources for Those Looking to Foster A Positive Environment With Guest John O’Sullivan, Changing The Game Project Founder - EP 349
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01/27/2025

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 no

— Comp...


FRIDAY FACEOFF - COMMUNITY VS PROFESSIONAL MODEL?!
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01/24/2025

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…

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SHORT SHIFTS - D TOUCHES ON THE BREAKOUT
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01/22/2025

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

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Living With Intention, Dealing With the Emotions of Getting Cut, & Community-Based Hockey With Guest PJ Atherton, Former Pro Player - EP 348
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01/20/2025

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 driver’s seat of their own ga...