Hockey IQ Podcast

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast we sit down with Darryl Belfry.  Darryl is a world renowned skills coach with clients that win cups and NHL awards season after season - including Patrick Kane, Auston Matthews, John Tavares, etc.  Currently he is working with the Toronto Maple Leafs and Chicago Steel organizations.  His expertise is being released to the masses through his new book "Belfry Hockey".  Be sure to pick up a copy! Link below.  Greg & Dan both have Darryl as their largest influence on their coaching and skill development philosophies. Fantastic conversation that we all wish went longer.

Buy Darryl's book over on Amazon

A few areas on this episode we discuss:
- How Darryl watches the game
- Teaching youth and professional players
- Questioning assumptions and the value of doing your own research
- The 88 Summit in the summer with top NHL players (0% chance that team would be cap compliant)
- Power in sharing clips with players
- Skills for youth players
- Much, much, much more

Follow Darryl on Instagram and twitter @BelfryHockey & at BelfryHockey.com

Here is the link to the full book recommendation list from past guests over at our website

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On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast we sit down with Hiroki Wakabayashi.  Hiroki originally from Osaka, Japan and is owner of World Hockey Lab.  He travels all over the world putting on goalie camps while also working with USA hockey in the Goalie Development Leader. Hiroki learned from Francois Allaire, a goaltending coach legend and many other along his worldwide journey. There are so many great things about Hiroki that you'll love. This is a can't miss episode.

A few areas on this episode we discuss:
- Getting his start in Japan
- Traveling and working worldwide with players
- Goaltending techniques such as the RVH and Box Control
- His research into goal scoring and goaltending
- How lesson during hockey have directly affected his ability to fight cancer

Book recommendations:
- The inner Game of Tennis by Tim Galloway
- Legacy by James Kerr
Here is the link to the full book recommendation list from past guests over at our website

Follow Hiroki on twitter @Coach_Hiroki & check out his WorldHockeyLab.com with his proprietary research.

Check out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:
Website HockeysArsenal.com
Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)
Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our website
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On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast we sit down with Nick Petraglia.  Nick is the executive VP for the Ohio AAA Blue Jackets and former Miami University hockey every hat- man.  Having learned from some of the best in hockey, Nick brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this conversation. A leader in college and youth hockey + overall great person. We are really excited to share this episode with you.

A few areas on this episode we discuss:
- His experience with goalie guru Mitch Korn
- Hockey's role in creating great people
- How taking ownership
- The excitement for hockey in Central Ohio
- 'The Brotherhood' culture at Miami University

Book recommendations:
- Leading With The Heart by Coach K
- Legacy by James Kerr
- Leading With The Heart by Phil Jackson
Here is the link to the full book recommendation list from past guests over at our website

Follow Nick on twitter @NickPetraglia

Check out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:
Website HockeysArsenal.com
Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)
Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our website
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On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast we sit down with Mitch Brown.  Mitch has a depth of knowledge that is elite. He was a writer with the Athletics and now writes for EP Rinkside, the premium arms of Elite Prospects. While never playing himself, Mitch has accumulated and elite understanding of the game through a thirstful curiosity. For those that want to gain a deep understanding of a scout's eye or just want to have a technical conversation around skills, this is a can't miss episode.

A few areas on this episode we discuss:
- Learning the game without having personally played
- His writing approach and tactics
- Transferable skills and translatable skills (Reference article for Mavrik Bourque)
- What Mitch looks for in prospective players
- How players can create advantages
- Which skills plays should have at various ages to have the best change of success

Book recommendations:
- Range by David Epstein
Here is the link to the full book recommendation list from past guests over at our website

Follow Mitch on Twitter @MitchLBrown  & his work on EP Rinkside

Check out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:
Website HockeysArsenal.com
Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)
Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our website
Instagram @HockeysArsenal
YouTube @HockeysArsenal
Facebook @HockeysArsenal
Newsletter https://hockeysarsenal.substack.com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast we sit down with Sean Tierney.  Sean is the director of analytics for the Hamilton Bulldogs and the owner of Charting Hockey.  His experience with numbers started in his dad's sports card shop and evolved into the large presence that he know is known for. A leader in the analytics charge and overall great person. We are really excited to share this episode with you.

A few areas on this episode we discuss:
- How a political science major and former teacher got into hockey analytics
- What drives winning
- How analytics plays a role in a hockey organization
- The difference between strong link vs weak link games
- Lineup creation and allocation of talent

Here is the link to the full book recommendation list from past guests over at our website

Follow Sean on twitter @ChartingHockey & his website  ChartingHockey.Ca

Check out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:
Website HockeysArsenal.com
Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)
Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our website
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Facebook @HockeysArsenal
Newsletter https://hockeysarsenal.substack.com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast we sit down with TJ Manastersky. TJ is the head coach at Culley College outside of Boston, MA. He is a thought leader in college hockey and serial winner. His coaching is cutting edge. Very well spoken and intelligent. We are very excited to release this episode.

A few areas on this episode we discuss:
- Empower players
- Bottom up coaching
- Recruiting talent that whispers
- Strength based growth
- Creating an optimal environment for growth
- Why Europeans are coming over to play NCAA hockey

Follow TJ on twitter @TJManastersky & his "My Coaching Project" website

Check out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:
Website HockeysArsenal.com
Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)
Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our website
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On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast we sit down with Jack Han. Jack is a former assistant coach with the Toronto Marlies and has worked closely with many or the current Toronto Maple Leafs, including skills coach Darryl Belfry. He is an intelligent person who is a modern day renaissance man. This was a really enjoyable conversation and we know you'll enjoy it.

A few areas on this episode we discuss:
- His role in developing Pierre Engvall
- Experience and lessons from working with the elite hockey coaches and players
- Why his marketing degree is more valuable than anything else
- The direction hockey is headed
- Common denominator among the elite in hockey
- Working with the powerhouse McGill woman's hockey program


Follow Jack on twitter @JHanhky & his newsletter Hockey Tactics

Check out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:
Website HockeysArsenal.com
Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)
Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our website
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YouTube @HockeysArsenal
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Newsletter https://hockeysarsenal.substack.com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast we sit down with Dwayne Blais. Dwayne is out of London, Ontario and is the owner to TPH Hockey & NSDA. Both are great resource for hockey players of all ages. Dwayne also serves as the skills coach for the Washington Capitals. He's seen just about everything and is a hockey parent as well. His story about his experience as a hockey parent is one to remember. Such as fun and wide ranging conversation. Absolute blast.

A few areas on this episode we discuss:
- The differences between levels and development necessary to raise players from where they are to where they want to be
- Working within the team structure as a skills coach
- What makes the elite players different from anyone else
- Why players that are coddled at an early age struggle later in their careers
- The direction hockey is going
- Keys for working with players of all ages and skills

Follow Dwayne on twitter @TPHCan & YouTube @NSDA

Check out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:
Website HockeysArsenal.com
Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)
Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our website
Instagram @HockeysArsenal
YouTube @HockeysArsenal
Facebook @HockeysArsenal
Newsletter https://hockeysarsenal.substack.com

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast we sit down with Jean-Luc Grand-Pierre. JLGP is originally from Montreal and born to immigrant parents that came to Canada from Haiti. He played in the NHL and in Europe before coming back to Columbus, Ohio where he now is a part of the CBJ broadcast team. JLGP has great insight from the playing, coaching, broadcasting, and parenting side of the game. You're going to like this episode, we guarantee it.

JLGP is a fun conversation. A few areas on this episode we discuss:
- Importance of playing other sports
- Advice for hockey parents
- Nervousness and difficulty transitioning into the broadcasting world
- Favorite & Least favorite NHL coaches
- The time he dangled Scott Stevens before ripping a goal past Martin Brodeur in order to fulfil a promise to his father. Check out the goal here

Follow Jean-Luc Grand Pierre on twitter @JLGP34

Check out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:
Website HockeysArsenal.com
Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)
Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our website
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On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast we sit down with Jim Midgley. Jim is a coach who has worked with some truly remarkable hockey players - MacKinnon, Druoin, Fucale, Ehlers, Hischier, and Meier. Now working over in Germany and having experience from hockey Canada. This is a great hockey conversation you'll enjoy..

Jim covers a lot of ground. A few areas on this episode we discuss:
- Difference between junior hockey players and professional players
- What coaches and scouts are looking for
- Germany as a hockey country
- Challenging players by learning new positions
- Using analytics within the team environment to improve performance

Follow Jim Midgley on twitter @Midgley77

Check out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:
Website HockeysArsenal.com
Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)
Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our website
Instagram @HockeysArsenal
YouTube @HockeysArsenal
Facebook @HockeysArsenal
Newsletter https://hockeysarsenal.substack.com