Welcome to Season 3, Episode 3 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Trevor and Andrew discuss recent happenings in the Youth and Junior Hockey world! The guys then dive into their interview with Adam Houli, the GM/Head Coach/ Co-Owner for the New Jersey 87s. Houli and the crew get into a long discussion about USA Hockey's Atlantic District and hockey in New Jersey, including the Pros and Cons and recent changes in the mid-Atlantic landscape. He also discusses with Trevor and Andrew what...

Welcome to Season 3, Episode 2 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Trevor and Andrew discuss their season start in both the Youth and Junior Hockey world as well as much, much, more about the current state of Jr hockey! The guys then dive into their interview with Joey Recktenwald, the GM/Head Coach/ Owner for the Columbus Mavericks of the USPHL. Recktenwald, lays out how following Columbus' difficult season last year, how he was able to build and recruit a team that has started the...

Welcome to Season 3, Episode 1 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Trevor and Andrew return from a break in August to discuss recent happenings and the start of the 2024-25 Hockey season! They dive into several topics but focus much of the episode on preparation for the 2024-25 season. What are some of the challenges you face as a coach? As an administrator in a program? How can you develop a road map for your teams and what are some challenges you face from parents, players and more. ...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 16 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Trevor and Andrew discuss their summer in both the Youth and Junior Hockey world as well as much, much, more! The guys then dive into their interview with Jenna Trubiano, the Head Coach for the University of Michigan Women's Hockey team. Trubiano, a former player and student for the Wolverines, discusses her journey from player to Head Coach and the process for Michigan to elevate their status from ACHA Division 1 to NCAA...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 15 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Trevor and Andrew update us after a few weeks off from recording, and after several big changes in the Junior Hockey world. The guys then dive into their interview with Mason Hackel, a young coach who has been getting a lot of attention online. Hackel, whose Instagram page "Hockey Hacks by Train 2.0", has over 9000 followers in 7 short months, joins Trevor and Andrew in a discussion that covers a wide range of topics from...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 14 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Trevor and Andrew update us on spring and summer hockey, the Stanley Cup Finals, and much more. The guys then dive into Player Development and Working with Professional Athletes. Coach Jon Lounsbury, of the Oates Sports Group, joins Trevor and Andrew in a discussion that covers a wide range of topics from Player Development to Youth and Girls Hockey. Coach Lounsbury has coached at the Prep, Junior, and NCAA Division 1...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 13 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Trevor and Andrew jump into their first conversation after a brief hiatus and explore some NHL Playoff Hockey, recent travels, and much more. The guys then dive into the topic of Coaching the Coaches, and the importance of improving your coaching skills in the offseason. Coach Pete Kamman, the Executive Director of Montana Amateur Hockey, joins Trevor and Andrew in a discussion about how to develop coaches within USA...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 12 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Trevor and Andrew jump into their first conversation after their 3 part Advisor Series and explore recent happenings in the hockey world, their respective hockey programs, and much more. The guys then dive into the topic of Mental Toughness and Grit, and the importance of developing these characteristics with hockey players. Dr. Kevin Willis Ph.D., author of "Hockey Grit, Grind and Mind" joins Trevor and Andrew in a...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 11 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Trevor and Andrew press the rewind button and review their two previous episodes with Hockey Advisors. In this episode, we discuss, at length, the differences in our interactions with Tim Madsen of NexLevel Hockey and Stefano Cantali of AHA Advising.  What struck us as different in these companies?  What were the similarities?  Through Trevor and Andrew's observations, what would an ideal Hockey Advisor look like? Other...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 10 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Trevor and Andrew jump into a long-form interview with Stefano Cantali, the Director of Advising for AHA Advisors. In this special episode, we take a deep dive into Stefano and how AHA Advisors operate.  What makes AHA different from other companies?  How do they acquire players?  How can they service so many clients while also being involved in other projects? Other Topics include: Stefano's playing backgroundAHA + and...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 9 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Trevor and Andrew jump into a long-form interview with Tim Madsen of Nexlevel Hockey Advisors. In this special episode, we take a deep dive into how hockey advising works.  How are Advisors compensated?  How do they acquire players and assist them throughout the season?  How does one become a Hockey Advisor?  Other Topics include: Tim Madsen's coaching and playing backgroundSuccess Stories from Next Level AdvisorsRunning...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 8 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Trevor and Andrew jump into a discussion that covers a vast range of topics in the hockey world, including many recent happenings. After catching up, Trevor and Andrew explore the changes happening in Hockey Canada.  Pending litigation for players involved in the 2018 World Junior incident, AJHL/BCHL merger, and much more.  Then they dive heavily into the social media hockey world for a long discussion on Instagram coaches...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 7 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Trevor and Andrew jump into their first conversation of 2024, including recent happenings, the holidays, and much more. The guys then dive into the topic of drills and structuring an effective practice session. Craig Russell, the Head Men's Hockey Coach at Plymouth State University in Plymouth, NH joins Trevor and Andrew and shares his philosophy on drills and practice sessions. How can we maximize ice time? How can we...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 6 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Trevor and Andrew jump into a conversation about recent Hockey happenings, then transition into the subject of Advisors, and some recent interactions they've had with them. The guys then dive into their thoughts on the Modern Athlete and bring on a special guest, Life Coach Emily Clement. How is language important? What has changed in kids? How can we maximize their potential and inspire people to be better? Other topics...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 5 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Trevor and Andrew jump into a conversation about recent NHL happenings, including suspensions and dangerous altercations in recent games. The guys then dive into their thoughts on U8 or Mite hockey... what they've seen and observed around rinks and the integration of USA Hockey's ADM model in a variety of programs that they've witnessed. Other topics the guys discuss are: Current season updatesThanksgivingTrouba and...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 4 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Trevor and Andrew jump into a conversation about the importance of in-season strength and conditioning with athletes at a variety of levels. The guys are also joined by USHL Omaha Lancers Strength and Conditioning Coach, Neil Breen, who discusses with the guys the essential exercises, programs, and habits players need, taken from his own experiences as a player in the USHL and at NCAA Division 1 Quinnipiac. Other topics...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 3 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Andrew and Trevor jump into the current state of College hockey as well as what post-youth hockey life can look like for many players. The guys are also joined by Head Coach/GM of the Connecticut Chiefs of the EHL, Greg Heffernan, who discusses with the guys the essential skills, traits, and habits players need for College hockey. Other topics the guys discuss are: Current season updatesFriday evening practicesFavorite...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 2 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Andrew and Trevor finally break the big news on becoming partners and their addition and future involvement in The Hockey Focus! To talk about the big move, the guys talk to Josh Gresko, CEO and Co-Founder of The Hockey Focus on what to expect moving forward from the site and the guy's involvement. Other topics the guys discuss are: Haven't we heard enough about Connor Bedard?The Rick Trimble Rink DedicationPreseason...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 1 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Andrew and Trevor catch up after a few weeks away, having taken a much-needed breather. The coaches get together and catch everyone up with their own hockey and personal lives. This episode's primary focus is on the Mental Health side of the game; not just for players, but coaches and parent's as well. Topics include: Trevor's own Mental Health StrugglesMike Babcock SituationHow Teams Can Foster A Better Atmosphere For...

Welcome to Episode 20 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Andrew and Trevor catch up in this episode after a few weeks away. The guys sit down and discuss numerous on and off-ice hockey products that they grew up with as players, or currently use as a coach. They're joined by Danny Cangelosi, owner of Mr. Lemon Stick Wax, (buy some here!!) to talk about his hockey career and getting into the hockey product market. Other topics that are discussed: Junior Hockey BilletingTheir outlook on...

Welcome to Episode 19 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Andrew and Trevor jump on team building, but not the way you think. The guys sit down and discuss the actual construction of a team from youth to pro hockey. Their joined by recently named Head Coach, Nick Skerlick, with the Maine Nordiques of the NAHL, who has had to build his roster in less-than-ideal time. Other topics that are discussed: Coach Trimble Taking his USA Hockey Modules & Safe SportRecent Comparing of Tier 2...

Welcome to Episode 18 of The Hockey Toolkit! In this episode, Trevor and Andrew discuss the recent trips they've taken to better themselves as coaches and what types of camps they really liked growing up and in today's hockey atmosphere. Other topics Andrew and Trevor discuss: Previous USA Hockey Coaches ClinicsThoughts on Youth and Junior CampsShowcasesDifference Between Summer Camps and Summer SkatesAndrew and Trevor finish this week's episode with the "5 Myths of Summer Hockey".. Follow...

Welcome to Episode 17 of The Hockey Toolkit! This week, Trevor and Andrew discuss the topic of Social Media amongst regular coaches, skills coaches, and within youth and junior programs. The guys are joined by Brittany Hart, a photographer and Director of Social Media for Lovell Hockey, Neutral Zone Scouting, and the USPHL. Other topics Andrew and Trevor discuss: Coach Trimbles recent trip out to Czechia. The Stanley Cup Finals Dealing with absolutes as Coaches Andrew and Trevor finish this...

Welcome to Episode 16 of The Hockey Toolkit! This week, Trevor and Andrew discuss how to use video best when coaching teams of any age. The guys are joined by Team USA World Championship and Ottawa Senators Video Coach Mike King to talk about his rise through the coaching ranks to end up where he is. Mike also talks about: Typical Day of An NHL Video Coach What His Experience Has Been At The Highest Levels How Best To Use Video At All Ages Andrew and Trevor finish this week's episode with the...