Always Coachable

AVAILABLE NOW | EPISODE #29

THE MINDSET BEHIND GREAT ATHLETES

What does it really take to develop confident, resilient, and mentally strong athletes?

On this episode of Always Coachable, I'm joined by Jess Lapachinski, founder of Victory Lap Mindset, for a great conversation about mental performance, the pressures facing young athletes, and the important role parents and coaches play in shaping their development.

We explore the fear of failure, the importance of keeping sports fun, and why mental skills are just as valuable off the ice as they are in competition.

One of my favorite takeaways from Jess: "Coaching yourself is a skill I wish every athlete had."

A great reminder that developing strong athletes is about more than talent. It's about building confident, resilient people who are equipped to handle life's challenges.

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Available now! Episode 28 of Always Coachable — “More Than Just Hockey”

From NCAA hockey at Quinnipiac University to the professional ranks and now building BW Hockey, Brandon Wong shares his journey and the lessons learned along the way.

We talk about resilience, discipline, the importance of being coachable, and why the greatest lessons sports teach us extend far beyond the game.

A terrific conversation for athletes, parents, and coaches who believe sports are about developing great people, not just great players.

🎧 Listen to Episode 28 wherever you get your podcasts:

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AVAILABLE NOW

Success rarely happens overnight. And the path to building something meaningful is almost never a straight line.

John Swon, founder of The Power Locker, joins me on Always Coachable to talk about entrepreneurship, overcoming challenges, staying consistent, and what it takes to keep moving forward when things don't go according to plan.

It's a great conversation about believing in what you're building, putting in the work, and continuing to learn along the way.

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Sandycohanofficial

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NEW EPISODE AVAILABLE NOW!

What does it really take to build resilience, lead with purpose, and keep growing?

West Point graduate, Army veteran, author, and leadership coach Geoffrey Costa joins Always Coachable to share powerful lessons on leadership, mental toughness, self-awareness, and overcoming adversity.

From the military to mentoring young athletes, Geoffrey reminds us why the best leaders never stop learning.

🎧 Always Coachable — Two new episodes every week. Available wherever you get your podcasts!

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Mindset isn't just another skill athletes need to develop. It's the foundation for everything else.

On this episode of Always Coachable, I'm joined by Dr. Lorenda Beuker for a great conversation about sports psychology, resilience, coaching, and developing stronger, healthier athletes.

We explore why mental skills should be developed before problems arise, the importance of keeping sports fun, and how the lessons learned through athletics extend well beyond competition.

Whether you're an athlete, coach, parent, or someone committed to personal growth, there's plenty to take away from this conversation.

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New episodes every week!

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Building a winning program is one thing. Building a culture that lasts is something else entirely.

This week on Always Coachable, I'm joined by Lindsey Ellis, founder and head coach of Arizona State Women's Hockey.

Lindsey helped build the program from the ground up, beginning the process while she was still a college student. More than a decade later, she's a three-time Coach of the Year who continues to challenge herself to become a better leader.

We talk about what it takes to build something from nothing, why culture matters more than talent alone, how great coaches connect with their players, and why leadership requires the willingness to keep learning.

One of my favorite takeaways from our conversation: The best leaders don't just set high standards for others. They hold themselves to those same standards.

Whether you're an athlete, coach, parent, or leader, there's something in this conversation for you.

🎙️ Always Coachable | Building More Than a Team with Lindsey Ellis

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New episodes every week. Available wherever you get your podcasts.

If you know someone who's building a team, developing young athletes, or learning to become a better leader, share this episode with them.

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🎙️ NEW EPISODE: BUILT FROM SCRATCH

What does it take to turn an idea into something that creates opportunities for thousands of people?

This week on Always Coachable, I'm joined by Nick Bowins, founder of Working in Hockey and Working in Baseball.

Nick shares his journey of building platforms that make careers in sports more accessible, along with the lessons he's learned about entrepreneurship, authenticity, rejection, and resilience.

We talk about standing out by being yourself, staying disciplined when progress is slow, balancing a full-time career with building a business, and why giving back matters just as much as getting ahead.

It's a conversation about taking chances, learning from setbacks, and building something bigger than yourself.

🎧 Always Coachable with Sandy Cohan

New episodes every week. Available wherever you get your podcasts!

🍎 Apple Podcasts:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/always-coachable/id6789107633

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https://open.spotify.com/show/033MrUVXbO6SdRFOl52K78

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🏒 CREATE YOUR OWN LUCK | EPISODE 22

"The harder you work, the luckier you get."

Is success really about luck? Or is it about the work you put in when nobody's watching?

On this episode of Always Coachable, I sit down with Justin Selman, former professional hockey player, University of Michigan alumnus, and co-founder of Topline Hockey.

From playing professional hockey to building a successful player development business, Justin shares the experiences, challenges, and lessons that have shaped his approach to leadership, resilience, and personal growth.

We dive into:

🏒 Why hard work creates opportunities that talent alone can't.

🏒 How adversity and failure can become your greatest teachers.

🏒 Why standards, discipline, and attention to detail separate the best from the rest.

🏒 What it takes to build a business and a culture people believe in.

🏒 Why developing great people matters just as much as developing great athletes.

One of my favorite takeaways from our conversation: You can't control every opportunity that comes your way, but you can control how prepared you are when it arrives.

🎙️ Episode 22: Create Your Own Luck

🎧 Apple Podcasts:
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🎧 Spotify:
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▶️ YouTube:
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Some of the most memorable moments in sports are defined not just by what happens on the ice, but by the voice that brings them to life.

On this episode of Always Coachable, I sit down with Jack Michaels, NHL play-by-play broadcaster for the Edmonton Oilers, to explore the journey behind one of hockey's most recognizable voices.

From rejection and years spent working his way through the minor leagues to calling some of the NHL's biggest moments, Jack shares what it takes to succeed in a profession where preparation, composure, and instinct all matter.

We talk about resilience, discipline, handling pressure, finding your own voice, and why even at the highest level, there's always room to improve.

It's a conversation about much more than hockey. It's about persistence, mastering your craft, and never believing you've finished learning.

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🏅 WHAT MEDALS DON'T TELL YOU | KALEIGH QUENNEC

Behind every medal, milestone, and achievement is a story most people never see.

This week on Always Coachable, I sit down with Olympian Kaleigh Quennec for an honest conversation about the journey behind the success.

From overcoming self-doubt and adversity to achieving her Olympic dreams, Kaleigh shares the lessons that shaped her both as an athlete and as a person.

We talk about leadership, resilience, staying present, and why being authentic and coachable matters far more than any title.

We also explore her passion for mentoring the next generation of athletes through Pro Path Hockey and what it really means to help someone reach their potential.

Because sometimes the most valuable lessons aren't found in the medals we win, but in the people we become along the way.

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🎧 New episodes every week!

#AlwaysCoachable #OlympicMindset #LeadershipDevelopment #MentalToughness #PersonalGrowth