Player Development Insights with Tabor Academy Assistant Coach Pete Gintoli 

In this episode of The Next Next, host Jason Jacobs dives into the world of athlete development with guest Pete Gintoli, an assistant coach and teacher at Tabor Academy. The discussion covers Pete's unique background, his transition from player to coach, and his experiences in various coaching environments including junior hockey, college, and prep school. The conversation highlights key aspects of player development, the balance between academic and athletic pursuits, parental involvement, and the state of youth hockey in New England. Additionally, Peter shares insights on using video analysis as a coaching tool and offers advice to aspiring athletes and their families. 

00:00 Introduction to the Show and Host 

00:54 Introducing Today's Guest: Pete Gintoli 

01:25 Peter's Background and Early Career 

02:00 Peter's Coaching Philosophy and Experiences 

02:23 How Peter Found Tabor Recruit Chase McCoy

04:09 Peter's High School and Junior Hockey Path 

08:46 Transition to College Hockey 

10:11 The Role of Multi-Sport Participation 

16:41 Peter's Professional and Coaching Transition 

32:22 Insights on Academy and Online Schooling 

39:01 Encouraging Kids to Keep Improving 

39:56 Balancing Schoolwork and Sports 

41:35 The Importance of Structure and Discipline 

43:59 Navigating the Hockey Path 

46:04 Recruiting and Player Development 

48:58 Role of the Assistant Coach 

50:17 Player Development Tools and Techniques 

57:46 State of New England Hockey 

01:02:33 Balancing Development and Competition 

01:18:14 Final Thoughts and Advice