In this episode, Coach Andy and Coach Eric answer the common question of how to stand out as a hockey player. They cover how to train skills that transfer to the game, the “skill guy” problem, evolving your game at higher levels, the mental framework needed to grow as a player, and related topics! Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships to join the PowerTech Community! PowerTech Hockey is now proudly integrated with BioSteel Sports! Use code PT30 at checkout for 30% off ALL B...
Aug 14, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 94
In this episode, Coach Andy is joined by former NHLer and current Florida Panthers Pro Scout, Dalton Prout. Dalton shares his unique insights from his playing days and his role in scouting. They discuss the truth of how scouts assess players and how to stand out, advice for young players, development in junior hockey, and more! Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships to join the PowerTech Community! PowerTech Hockey is now proudly integrated with BioSteel Sports! Use code PT3...
Aug 07, 2022•59 min•Season 1Ep. 93
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss how to STICK TO THE PLAN. Whether off-season workouts or on-ice training, the boys outline how to avoid overdoing it, where discipline applies and the ‘more isn’t always better’ principle, the common triggers that pull parents and players away from their progress, where the real differences makers are between the elite and the average. Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships to join the PowerTech Community! PowerTech Hockey is now ...
Jul 31, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 92
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric review PowerTech’s first big week of off-season training. They share perspectives on what you should look for in off-season coaching, how to structure programming, the importance of environment and brining energy, what ‘game applicable’ skills actually means, making adjustments based on the individual, and more! Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships to join the PowerTech Community! PowerTech Hockey is now proudly integrated with BioSteel...
Jul 24, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 91
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric cover the NHL Draft. They review the 2022 NHL Draft selections, the media hype machine leading up to the draft, how to handle the circumstances as players and parents, different player development systems around the world, and more! Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships to join the PowerTech Community!
Jul 17, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 90
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric answer the questions of PowerTech Online members in Ask Me Anything III. They cover topics including in-game skill development, how players interact with coaches (and vice versa), working out, dressing room dynamics, life after hockey, and more! Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships to join the PowerTech Community!
Jul 10, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 89
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric revisit the big debate of NCAA vs OHL. They touch on the hockey specific factors that players should be weighing, and dig into the deeper levels that families should be considering when making the decision. Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships to join the PowerTech Community!
Jul 03, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 88
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric cover coaching for beginners. They cover some general tips for inexperienced coaches, how to create team success, coaching different ages and skill levels, developing systems, coaching behind the bench, and more! Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships to join the PowerTech Community!
Jun 26, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 87
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss elements of the maturing process as boys become men. They cover the importance of being adaptable, living in the past, how young players mature through their teenage years, and how to become a reliable and responsible young man. Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships to join the PowerTech Community!
Jun 19, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 86
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric run through several professional development tips for young hockey players. They touch on the role of hard work, mistakes that professionals make in their life away from their sport, why getting an edge early can make a huge difference, the importance of never being satisfied, the NHL combine, and other topics! Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships to join the PowerTech Community!...
Jun 12, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 85
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric provide a framework for how scouts evaluate hockey players. They go over the different categories a scout might be grading, how they breakdown each skill for evaluation, and how you can use this knowledge to improve your training protocol. Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships and joining the PowerTech Community!
Jun 05, 2022•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 84
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the player development process and the importance of learning how to lose. They cover everything from bouncing back from setbacks, to the common trope of ‘hating to lose’, learning how to lose, and other topics. Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships and joining the PowerTech Community!
May 29, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 83
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric cover one of the most requested topics - HOCKEY IQ. They cover everything from what hockey IQ is, whether or not it’s a trait you can learn, and three tips to try and improve it! Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships and joining the PowerTech Community!
May 22, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 82
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the concept of ‘less is more’ vs ‘more is more’. They address where athletes tend to overdo it when it comes to on-ice and off-ice training, and what a better use of extra time and resources might look like if you’re looking to get better! Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships and joining the PowerTech Community!
May 15, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 81
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric provide a framework for developing an off-season development plan. They discuss the factors you should take into account, how to personalize a plan, and setting yourself up for success on the ice, in the gym, in the kitchen, and recovering mentally and physically. Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships and joining the PowerTech Community!
May 08, 2022•1 hr 28 min•Season 1Ep. 80
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the widely requested topic of confidence. They cover everything from confidence on and off the ice, building confidence, losing confidence, and overconfidence. Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships and joining the PowerTech Community!
May 01, 2022•1 hr 34 min•Season 1Ep. 79
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric provide a framework for you to develop your puck control skills. They discuss everything from body position to practice techniques and outline where your attention should be focused to get actual in-game results. Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships and joining the PowerTech Community!
Apr 24, 2022•1 hr 47 min•Season 1Ep. 78
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric outline a framework to help you get out of a slump! They discuss the topic from the player perspective, outline how coaching can help their players get through tough stretches during the season, and a few parenting tips for when your kid “slumps”. Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships and joining the PowerTech Community! Full Off-Season Training Program is now LIVE! Use the link to start training with us today!...
Apr 17, 2022•1 hr 25 min•Season 1Ep. 77
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric take a deep dive into the interview process for OHL, NCAA, or other junior hockey teams! They walk through how best to prepare yourself and walk through some of the common questions you can expect from a general manager, coach, or scout! Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships and joining the PowerTech Community!
Apr 10, 2022•1 hr 40 min•Season 1Ep. 76
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric shed light on the reality of what it means to make it to the next level in hockey. They provide a framework for managing expectations, outline what the competition looks like in junior hockey, and how best to prepare for the reality of being a rookie. Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships and joining the PowerTech Community!
Apr 03, 2022•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 75
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the bad habits hockey players can develop both at and away from the rink. Everything from bad body language to poor performance in school, they cover all of the common behaviors and character traits that you need to stay away from! Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships and joining the PowerTech Community!
Mar 27, 2022•1 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 74
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss being on the road and what you need to consider to be prepared as a hockey player. They cover minor hockey weekend trips, the parent perspective on traveling, what to do as a player at the junior level, and more! Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships and joining the PowerTech Community!
Mar 20, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 73
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric outline a framework you can use to help better understand your coach! There are many consistent disconnects between coaches, players, and parents, and the boys use this episode to address some of the most common among them! Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships and joining the PowerTech Community!
Mar 13, 2022•1 hr 30 min•Season 1Ep. 72
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the hot topic of “being tough” in hockey. They cover how to keep toughness age appropriate, how to keep a game in control, the role of fighting, the true qualities of a tough player, and the different types of toughness. Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships and joining the PowerTech Community!
Mar 06, 2022•1 hr 39 min•Season 1Ep. 71
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the importance of training intention and having a purpose. They cover hockey specific training modalities, the purpose of off-ice training, the force-velocity curve, the ‘it depends’ principle, and more. Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships and joining the PowerTech Community!
Feb 27, 2022•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 70
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the fact that there is no recipe for success in hockey. From different training systems to parenting' tactics, the boys explore several examples to demonstrate there is no step-by-step process or pattern you can follow to make it in the game. Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships and joining the PowerTech Community!
Feb 20, 2022•1 hr 30 min•Season 1Ep. 69
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric present what they feel are the basics of nutrition. Whether you’re a young player looking to fuel your performance optimally, or mom and dad trying to create a healthier environment at home, listen in for a high level outline of the nutrition space. Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships and joining the PowerTech Community!
Feb 13, 2022•1 hr 37 min•Season 1Ep. 68
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric outline what you can do to become a leader. They discuss the concept of Extreme Ownership , how to better lead your team, and, most importantly, how to lead yourself! Support the show by visiting powertechhockey.ca/memberships and joining the PowerTech Community!
Feb 06, 2022•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 67
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss age appropriate training and development from both a parent and player perspective. They cover how to make the jump to the next level, parents pushing their kids vs. going overboard, parenting guidelines to judging their own behavior, what types of training are appropriate at which age, and other topics!
Jan 30, 2022•1 hr 44 min•Season 1Ep. 66
In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric cover a variety of topics relating to social media and self-development. They discuss how to properly use social media as a tool for learning, several examples of how to evaluate resources that you come across, and the development path of young players looking to make it to the next level.
Jan 23, 2022•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 65
