The Hockey Think Tank Podcast

SHORT SHIFTS - 5 KEYS TO PRACTICE PLANNING

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to share the 5 keys he’s learned from some of the game’s best coaches to planning and executing a successful practice. TEN MI

Bigger Than the Game: Life Lessons Learned Through Hockey - EP 435

This week Jeff is back from paternity leave and joins Topher to talk about things bigger than the game. Hockey, and sports in general, teaches us great life lessons that

FRIDAY FACEOFF - STAY-TO-PLAY MODEL

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph brings on HTT teammates Matt & Steph to talk about one of the most controversial topics in youth sports: the stay-to-play model.

SHORT SHIFTS - HOW TO PLAY A 1-ON-1 DEFENSIVELY

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph brings on HTT teammate and former college coach Matt Thomas to talk about how to play a 1-on-1 defensively. TEN MINUTES ON THE CLOC

Keys to Finding Success in Your Hockey Journey Regardless of Your Level, with Guest Greg Rallo, AHL Milwaukee Admirals Assistant Coach - EP 434

This week Topher and Jeff bring on Greg Rallo, AHL Milwaukee Admirals Assistant Coach. Rallo played only one year of Tier 1 hockey before playing junior hockey in the Nor

FRIDAY FACEOFF - SPONSOR MY ATHLETE

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph brings on Mandy Holmes to talk about her company, Sponsor My Athlete. With the rising costs of youth sports, many families are get

SHORT SHIFTS - DRILL DESIGN & PRACTICE PLANNING WITH IHS

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph brings on Chris Howard from Ice Hockey Systems to share the ultimate resource for coaches. We discuss 3 important things to focus on

Stories and Observations From A Lifetime in Hockey, with Guest Gordie Stafford, Shattuck-St. Mary’s Former Head Coach - EP 433

This week Topher and Jeff bring on Gordie Stafford, current Mental Performance & Mindset Coach and former Head Coach of the Shattuck-St. Mary’s women’s ice hockey team. S

FRIDAY FACEOFF - PRIVATE EQUITY IN YOUTH SPORTS

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to talk about a hot topic in the youth hockey world: private equity. With rising costs and stay-to-play requirements, many f

SHORT SHIFTS - FAVORITE BATTLE DRILLS

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about our favorite battle drills. We’re feeling fiery today, so let’s get that battle level up!! TEN MINUTES ON THE C

Qualities of Successful Youth Hockey Directors, Presidents, Coaches, & Parents, with Guests Matt & Steph, HTT Teammates - EP 432

This week Topher and Jeff bring on HTT teammates Matt & Steph to talk about the top qualities of the most successful youth hockey directors, presidents, coaches, and pare

FRIDAY FACEOFF - CREATING BUY IN FOR YOUR CLUB

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph brings on HTT teammates Matt & Steph to talk about one of the major challenges hockey clubs face: buy in. An organization can have

SHORT SHIFTS - THE COACHES THAT SHAPED ME INTO THE PERSON I AM TODAY

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about the three most memorable coaches of his hockey career and what they did to have such a profound impact on his li

Top 10 Clips From the Hockey Think Tank, with Guest Bobby Scott, Toph’s Dad - EP 431

This week Topher brings on his dad to revisit some of our favorite clips from the almost 8 years we’ve been doing this podcast. Whether you’re a long time fan or a new li

FRIDAY FACEOFF - WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU DECIDE TO LEAVE AN ORGANIZATION?

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to talk about what happens when a player and their family leaves a hockey organization. We talk about both sides; how to han

SHORT SHIFTS - SMALL GROUP TRAINING

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about on-ice small group training and how to maximize your practice plan. As a coach, what should you focus on and how

Do 1 Right Thing Every Day, with Guest Tyler Greenberg, D1RT Owner - EP 430

This week Topher and Jeff bring on Toph’s cousin, Tyler Greenberg, to talk about his hockey journey and the incredible company he recently founded. Greenberg played Tier

FRIDAY FACEOFF - BETTER PEOPLE MAKE BETTER HOCKEY PLAYERS

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph brings on HTT teammates Matt and Steph to talk about the life skills needed to make it to the higher levels of the game. It is a c

SHORT SHIFTS - BUBBLE HOCKEY

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Vechs wants to talk about his prized custom Super Chexx Bubble Hockey game. We bring on Greg Kania, Director of Home Games of Innovative

Implications of the New College Hockey Rules & Building a Life Outside of the Rink, with Guest Alexios Georgaklis, NCAA D3 Connecticut College Commit - EP 429

This week Topher and Jeff talk with Alexios Georgaklis, Surrounded by Good People CEO and Connecticut College commit. Georgaklis was expected to play NCAA Division 1 coll