STL Hockey Training

🎆 Happy Fourth of July! Coach Zane and Coach Switz kick off Episode 12 of Dump N Dish with some backyard party talk before diving into NHL Draft Day thoughts, the Florida Panthers locking down their core, and the buzz around Marner’s potential move to Vegas.Then, we hit the whiteboard with practical tips for hockey players (and parents!) on how to get the most out of camps and lessons — from pre-camp prep to mindset on the ice.🧊 Episode Breakdown:0:00 – Fourth of July Plans1:00 – Draft Day Recap & Prospect Camps6:00 – Free Agency + Rumor Mill (Marner, McDavid)9:31 – How to Maximize Camps & Lessons

This week, Coach Switz and Coach Zane break down one of the most common questions we get from parents:What hockey gear should I buy new — and what can I get used without wrecking my kid’s game?We cover it all:👟 Skates: when “Learn to Play” skates become a problem🧠 Helmets: why used isn’t worth the risk🥋 Shoulder pads, gloves, shin pads, pants – what’s safe to hand down and what’s notPlus:🎆 Fourth of July backyard fireworks stories🏒 Growing girls hockey with Try Hockey for Free🎯 Still looking for our bracket challenge winner… Wally, where are you?!This episode is packed with practical tips and a good dose of laughs. Whether you’re new to the sport or knee-deep in gear already, this one’s for you.👇 Got gear questions? Drop them in the comments and we’ll answer in a future episode.

In this episode of Dump N Dish, Coach Switz and Coach Zane break down everything happening at the rink and beyond:🏒 Summer Camps are in full swing 🥅 The Bracket Challenge is down to the wire — it’s Oilers vs. Panthers! Who do we think is taking it all?📚 We dive into hockey fundamentals and which ones really matter most.If you're a hockey parent, coach, or just love the game, this episode’s got something for you!

Welcome to Dump N Dish Episode 8! Coach Zane and Coach Switz are back—this time from the legendary Affton Ice Rink—to talk summer camps, NHL playoff picks, and most importantly: how to survive (and thrive) when traveling for hockey.Whether you're flying across the country or packing up the minivan, we’ve got veteran travel advice for hockey families, including:🛫 How to protect your sticks and gear when flying🧊 The power of coolers, carpooling, and prepped meals📱 Why Apple AirTags might be your new best friend🍝 & The secret to stress-free team dinners📢 Have a question or topic you want us to cover? Drop it in the comments!

Coach Switz and Coach Zane are back from vacation and kicking off Episode 7 with some laughs, golf stories, and Memorial Day recaps—including a backyard par-3 course and 8-hour park adventures. Then we dive deep into one of the hardest conversations in youth sports: getting cut from a team. Whether you're a player, parent, or coach, this episode is full of perspective, advice, and support on how to handle tryout heartbreak.

00:00 Vacation and Memorial Day Recap

04:30 Summer Camps!

05:49 Getting Cut

13:30 See You Next Week!

In this episode of Dump N Dish, we take a break from the usual studio setting and enjoy the beautiful weather of Southern California. We discuss our golf adventures at Torrey Pines and other scenic courses, reflect on the importance of taking time off, share some delicious lobster rolls, and dive into the latest updates on our bracket challenge. Additionally, we explore the benefits and drawbacks of summer hockey tournament teams and visit a local hockey facility!00:00 Dump N Dish - SoCal Edition!00:18 Golf Adventures in Southern California03:04 Bracket Updates04:02 Summer Hockey Teams and Tournaments08:52 See you next week back in Missouri!

In Episode 5 of Dump N Dish: Parent's Guide To Youth Hockey, Coach Switz and Coach Zane talk parent etiquette at hockey tryouts as well as recap the weekend, welcome Coach Joe back from paternity leave, and introduce a new camp photographer! They share on-ice training tips & preview upcoming content for players, parents, and coaches.

00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap03:17 New Photographer at Camps04:54 Our New Social Media Series08:10 Home Practice Tips10:48 Parent Etiquette at Hockey Tryouts11:28 Advice for Parents During Hockey Tryouts14:03 Handling Feedback At Hockey Tryouts18:03 Coach Switz & Coach Zane Are Headed to California!

Episode 4 of Dump N Dish is out now! 🎙️🏒This week, Coach Switz and Coach Zane break down:

• The latest on the Blues

• NHL Draft talk
• Bracket rankings (Sorry, Coach Switz…)
• And the big question: Is it better to be top dog or last picked?

Tune in for the full discussion and hear the coaches’ thoughts on these hot topics!

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We’ve got a packed episode for you! First, a big congratulations to Coach Joe on the birth of his baby — huge news for the squad! 👶🎉 Plus, we’ve added a new coach to the team!We dive into tryout prep — not just the on-ice work, but the behind-the-scenes stuff that really matters. We also talk about why we love doing summer camps!✅ Like and drop a comment if you’ve got tryouts coming up or want to know more about our summer camps!

In episode two of Dump N Dish, we cover everything from Easter Sunday to Central Districts. We break down off-season training strategies, talk Blues hockey, and give you a sneak peek at our brand new content series.

Whether you're a player, parent, or fan, there's something in here for you.

🎧 Tune in, subscribe, and stay locked in all off-season long!