PowerTech Development Podcast

In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric provide your one stop shop for skating success. They cover the various microskills associated with skating that are worth your time and attention, namely: posture,...

16 Jan 20221h 40min

In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss how best to deal with parent behavior that may be detrimental to your hockey performance. They outline several steps young players can take to try and make...

9 Jan 20221h 27min

In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric provide a framework for promoting yourself as a player. They discuss sending video to teams/schools, how to properly prepare a ‘promotion’ package, comparing yours...

2 Jan 20221h 26min

In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric go over a list of 10 desirable qualities that require zero talent to attain. They present these 10 things as ways to improve your game (and life) without having th...

26 Dec 202152min

In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss late birthdays and bloomers in hockey. They cover the progression of young players who might start out behind due to the late birthday, the lessons players...

19 Dec 20211h 28min

In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss the concept of ‘maturity’ in hockey, and as an athlete. They expand on the concept in terms of on-ice play and away from the rink, as well as how to be mat...

12 Dec 20211h 25min

In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss effective communication methods from the coaching perspective. They cover team dynamics, arrogance in coaching, how to set up your team from day one, and m...

5 Dec 20211h 24min

In this episode, Coach Andy and Eric discuss everything to do with the physical part of hockey. They cover giving and receiving hits, tips for coaching body checking, tips for players to become more p...

28 Nov 20211h 25min