The Hockey Masterclass

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On this episode we welcome in Kim St. Pierre, 2020 Hockey Hall of Fame Inductee and one of the elite players to collect the trifecta in women’s hockey: Olympic gold (three times), IIHF Women’s World Championships (five times) and the Clarkson Cup (twice). St. Pierre shares her story that took her from playing minor hockey with the boys in Châteauguay (QC) to becoming a trailblazing goaltender, the first female at that position inducted into Hockey Hall of Fame.

St. Pierre starred as a goaltender with the McGill University Martlets (1998-2004) and also played briefly with the Redmen. She was the first woman in Canadian Interuniversity Sports history to win a men’s regular season game when McGill University defeated Ryerson University on November 15, 2003 by a score of 5-2.

Currently the Business Development Manager for Reebok's BOKS Program, Kim gives some useful tips about what kids can be doing to stay active during the pandemic. BOKS offers free resources to Elementary schools all over Canada to keep kids active before school starts and throughout the school day. She enjoys sharing her passion for physical activity and healthy living.

St. Pierre is a proud Hockey Mom to two passionate minor hockey players (neither a goaltender) and takes on a different role as parent and coach.

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On this episode we welcome in Devon Levi, goaltender for Team Canada at the 2021 World Junior Championships, winning the Silver medal. The Montreal native was named Best Goaltender of the tournament by the IIHF Directorate and named one of the members of the Media All-Star Team.
 
The Northeastern Huskies Freshman has always trusted the process, believing that pressure is indeed a privilege. Levi talks about his time with the Lac St-Louis Lions (Midget AAA) and how spending 3 seasons with them prepared him for future success.
 
Tune in to hear the "undersized" goaltender with a well-deserved chip on his shoulder talk about how he put life first and managed success on and off the ice.
 
Despite the numerous features on Levi during the 2021 World Junior Championships, this episode gives you an even deeper look in to how the Florida Panthers draftee went from a relative unknown to talk of the tournament.

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On this episode we welcome in coaching legend Ken Hitchcock,  who is 3rd all-time in NHL wins and has been a winner at all levels, including:

• Stanley Cup Champion
• World Cup of Hockey Champion
• World Junior Gold Medal
• 3 Olympic Gold Medals. 

A true rarity – Hitchcock had his career start in minor hockey and will undoubtedly finish in the Hall of Fame. Tune in to hear about his journey from Midget AAA to the NHL and the get some insight in to Hitchcock's mentors and coaching philosophy.

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On this episode of The Hockey Masterclass we welcome in Ben Groulx, head coach of the Syracuse Crunch, AHL affiliate of the Tampa Bay Lightning. 

Coach Groulx has been a winner at all levels that he has coached, including leading Team Canada to a Gold Medal at the 2015 World Junior Championship, earning a perfect 7-0 record during the tournament.

Groulx joined the Crunch after a successful career with the Hull / Gatineau Olympiques winning three QMJHL championships. 

In addition to his success behind the bench, Groulx is also a hockey dad to Benoit-Olivier "Bo" Groulx, who was drafted 54th overall by the Anaheim Ducks in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft.

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On this episode of The Hockey Masterclass we welcome in John Hynes, Head Coach of the Nashville Predators, and one of the bright young coaches in the NHL and great leader who has a track record of both effectively developing young players and motivating veterans. Hynes dives in to key topics related to player development of all levels and gives a pro perspective on topics ranging from youth hockey to analytics.

In addition to leading the Predators, Hynes has also coached professionally with the New Jersey Devils (NHL) and Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins (AHL) where he led the Penguins to five consecutive Calder Cup Playoff berths and earned AHL Coach of the Year honors in 2011. 

Hynes also spent nine seasons on the coaching staff of the USA Hockey National Team Development Program, serving as an assistant from 1998-2000 and 2001-02 and as head coach from 2003-09. While with the NTDP, Hynes excelled on the world's stage, claiming four U-18 World Championship medals - two of them gold (2002 and 2006). Hynes was the Head Coach of the United States at the 2004 World Junior Championship, where the Americans won Gold for the first time and earned their first medal in the event since 1997.

Hynes began his coaching career at his alma mater of Boston University as an assistant under longtime Terriers head coach Jack Parker in 1997-98. A forward on the Terriers hockey team from 1993-97, he helped lead BU to four consecutive Frozen Four appearances, including an NCAA title in 1995.

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On this episode of The Hockey Masterclass we welcome in Craig Button,  TSN Analyst & Director of Scouting. Craig shares his perspective on player development and provides a thought provoking take on how grassroots hockey can continue to evolve and improve.  Craig dives deep and explores what lessons can be learnt from other countries and other sports. Craig also explores some thought providing questions like, what does a hiring at a law firm have to do with scouting for NHL talent?  What was Craig's pre-draft scouting report on Brayden Point? And how did Mike Modano changed the way the Stars talked about their prospects potential. Tune in and find out.

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On this episode of The Hockey Masterclass we welcome in Mike Kelly, hockey analyst for the NHL Network, thepointhockey.com and SportLogiq who specializes in analytics. Kelly separates himself from all others with unmatched analytics experience coupled with a deep understanding of traditional hockey all of which is leveraged by communication and management experience. What really sets Mike apart is the focus on results and translating them to action and success. Kelly talks to the guys about the meaningful interpretation of data and dives in to the concept of puck management versus puck possession.

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On this episode of The Hockey Masterclass we welcome in Louis Leblanc, former 1st round draft pick of the Montreal Canadiens (18th overall, 2009). The Lakeshore and Lac St. Louis Lions product achieved immense success in his minor hockey career before taking his talents to Harvard and subsequently the Montreal Juniors before entering the pros. Louis has always been a tireless worker on and off the ice and retired in 2016 at the age of 25 to complete his degree at Harvard. Today, Louis is an Analyst at CMA Strategy Consulting and angel investor.

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On this episode of The Hockey Masterclass we welcome in Mike Weaver, former NHL defenseman who spent 11 years and 633 games with Montreal, Florida, St. Louis, Los Angeles, Vancouver, and Atlanta. Weaver chronicled his hockey journey in a 2016 Players Tribune article titled "Tales of an Undrafted Puck Eater" and is currently the CEO & Co-Founder of CoachThem, a virtual coaching tool that is revolutionizing the game. Additionally, the Michigan State grad is also the founder of the Defense First Hockey School, which offers a cutting edge approach to development and incorporates the fundamentals of hockey with an emphasis on mental skills and how to “think the game.”

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On this episode of The Hockey Masterclass we welcome in Hilary Knight, a champion on and off the ice. Hilary is an Olympic Gold Medalist (2018)  and several time IIHF Women's World Hockey Championship Gold medal winner. Moreover, Hilary has been an advocate for the game and a powerful voice in the US Women’s National Team’s fight for equal pay. Hilary continues the conversation for equitable pay support across all sports. Her impact on women’s sports has created an opportunity for women and girls everywhere to step up and compete. Hilary is a true student of the game and discusses her approach to training and development.