307 Hockey Daily

Everyone loves scoring goals, but winning teams need players who are willing to defend. Today we talk about the importance of backchecking and forechecking and what coaches notice when players commit to it.

One of the most common mistakes young players make is watching a teammate battle for the puck instead of helping them. Today we break down what good puck support looks like.

Being in the right place at the right time is one of the simplest ways to become a more effective player. Today we talk about positioning and why you shouldn't chase the puck.

Every player wants the puck, but you only have it for a small portion of a hockey game. Today we talk about why what you do without the puck may be more important than what you do with it.

In this special bonus episode of 307 Hockey Daily, Coach Greg breaks down the things coaches notice that don't always show up on the scoresheet.

From effort and coachability to body language, decision-making, playing without the puck and responding to mistakes, we'll look at what separates players coaches can rely on from players who are simply talented.

Whether you're trying to make a team, earn more ice time, or become a better teammate, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the game from a coach's perspective.

1. Showing up prepared

2. Listening when coaches talk

3. Competing every rep

4. Body language

5. How you respond to mistakes

6. Playing without the puck

7. Being a good teammate

8. Coachability

9. Making smart decisions

10. Consistency

A season has a limited number of practices, and everyone is an opportunity to improve. Today we discuss why players should never assume that one practice doesn't matter.

What actually makes a practice great? Today we break down a simple framework players can use before, during, and after every practice to get more out of their development.

Your coach sees more than your goals and assists. Today we look at the small details coaches notice during practice that can influence how they view a player.

You don't get better by giving your best effort only when the coach is watching. Today we talk about why every repetition matters and how competing consistently separates players.

Not all practice time is created equal. Today we talk about the difference between simply participating in practice and actually using practice to become a better player.