Episode 149 | The Three Pillars of a Hockey Factory (Matt Dumochelle)
Breakaway, The Minor Hockey Podcast
Release Date: 01/27/2023
Episode 165 | Leadership Lessons from Team Canada’s Captain (Tyler McGregor)
Breakaway, The Minor Hockey Podcast
“I always say that leadership is an action, not a position.” Tyler McGregor wants to make sure that hockey is in a better place when he’s done with the game. Guest Bio: Tyler McGregor is the captain of Team Canada's Para Hockey (formerly Sledge Hockey) team, where he has competed internationally since 2012 and is now a three-time World Champion and three-time Paralympic medalist. Learn more: https://www.omha.net/news_article/show/1319369
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Episode 164 | Giving Players the Tools they Need to Improve (Corey McNabb)
Breakaway, The Minor Hockey Podcast
“Not everyone is built the same way so not everyone skates the same way.” That’s the philosophy of Corey McNabb, the Director, NextGen Development with Hockey Canada. He’s worked with teams and players of all ages and levels, and has come to understand that players show their skills in ways that work for them. “It comes down to giving the kids the tools. As they go through the system, to me, your job as a coach is to teach them the when, the how and the why,” said McNabb. Learn more: https://www.omha.net/news_article/show/1310068
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Episode 163 | How Coaches Can Create Connections With Players (Dr. Jody Carrington)
Breakaway, The Minor Hockey Podcast
Coaches can come up with all of the Xs and Os or pour over video, but a large part of what it means to be a leader on a minor hockey team is creating those valuable connections with your players. Warning: This episode contains strong language. Guest Bio: Dr. Jody Carrington is a child psychologist and published author. Learn more: https://www.omha.net/news_article/show/1304895
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Episode 162 | Running an Effective Minor Hockey Practice (TJ Manastersky)
Breakaway, The Minor Hockey Podcast
Practice time can be some of the most valuable in minor hockey. It gives your team the chance to work on skills, understand new concepts and put in the effort that will show during games. It’s more than just drills - those are part of the environment you are looking to create. Practice is about coming to the rink prepared to be in an atmosphere for learning. Guest Bio: TJ Manastersky is the head coach of the Brock University men’s hockey team that finished at the top of the OUA West division in U-Sports this season. Learn more: https://www.omha.net/news_article/show/1302300
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Episode 161 | Creating Good Nutritional Habits in Your Hockey Family (Seanna Thomas)
Breakaway, The Minor Hockey Podcast
With playoff season here, parents and players are well established in their routines and hockey schedules. However, no matter how much time before heading to the rink, busy hockey families always need to find time to have the right pre-game meal to be able to fuel performance on the ice. Guest Bio: Seanna Thomas is a Nutrition Consultant, Mom to 3 active kids, and founder of Hockey Snacks Inc., where she provides nutrition information for young athletes, sports teams, families, and organizations. Seanna regularly appears on CP24 Breakfast, & is a contributor to Triathlon Magazine Canada,...
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Episode 160 | What Hockey Coaches Can Learn From Other Sports (Wayne Parro)
Breakaway, The Minor Hockey Podcast
There is more that comes with coaching than the Xs and Os. And coaches shouldn’t feel the pressure to take on building their toolbox all on their own. Coaches can constantly be learning from each other, not just within their own sport, but from around the coaching community. Guest Bio: Wayne Parro is the Director of International Programs with the Coaching Association of Canada. He is a Graduate of the National Coaching Institute (NCI), a Coach Mentor to coaches in the Advanced Coaching Diploma (ACD) Program and the CAC liaison for various multi-sport organizations in Canada. He...
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Episode 159 | Evergreen Equipment Safety Reminders for All Participants
Breakaway, The Minor Hockey Podcast
Hockey parents want their child to be safe when they are on the ice having fun, and know the amount of equipment that comes with participating in the sport. Unfortunately, there can be a tragic incident that reminds us all how important it is wear all of the proper equipment while playing our great game. These can serve as a valuable message to all hockey participants about the importance of wearing the mandated equipment.
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Episode 158 | Creating a Charter of Respect (Sheldon Kennedy)
Breakaway, The Minor Hockey Podcast
The number one reason why kids play sports is not to win – it’s because it is fun. It’s our job as leaders in minor hockey to create a safe, welcoming and positive experience for all participants, both kids and adults alike. The OMHA’s longstanding partnership with Respect Group aims to educate everyone involved in the game on the proper behaviours that are expected as well as promoting the life skills and positive benefits of minor hockey. Guest Bio: Sheldon Kennedy won a Memorial Cup, World Junior Gold Medal and skated for three teams in his eight-year NHL career. He is best...
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Episode 157 | Is Playing 'Up' Best for My Child?
Breakaway, The Minor Hockey Podcast
It is often assumed that playing in an older age group means that your child will become even more advanced in their skill development. However, that well-meaning thought can actually have negative side effects.
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Episode 156 | The Programs We're Excited About For This Season (Michael Dundas)
Breakaway, The Minor Hockey Podcast
We take a look at all of the programs and initiatives being delivered this season to help our hockey families and associations. Guest Bio: Michael Dundas is the Manager of Hockey Development with the OMHA
info_outlineHockey Factories is a unique look behind the curtain of some of the globe’s top hockey development programs. The series travels to Minnesota, British Columbia, Germany, Finland and Sweden to see how these programs are doing it right.
Guest Bio: Matt Dumochelle is the Assistant General Manager of the Leamington Flyers of the GOJHL and the author of Hockey Factories for The Coaches Site.