Hockey IQ Podcast
Episodes
186 episodes
Paul Matheson
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Paul Matheson, expert modern skating coach.A few areas in this episode we discuss:Building blocks of skatingPosture and balance, "upper body will sabotage yo...
Whittaker Heart
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with EliteProspects Head of USA scouting, Whittaker Heart.A few areas in this episode we discuss:Tools vs Playstyle in scouting ice hockey playersRole sense &...
Nick Smallridge (Never Tell Them What You Think + Who Do We Coach When On The Ball/Puck?)
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Nick Smallridge to talk about 2 of his newsletters diving deep into how to approach giving instructions to players.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Never tellin...
Michael Gurska
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with coach Michael Gurska, Assistant coach at Babson College & CSA tracker.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Practice designImprovement mindset from Mack...
Louis Boulet
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with LB-Hockey founder, Louis Boulet.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Rating players beyond the basic box-score statsUsing calculus to quantify co...
John Healy
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with CSA co-founder and private ice hockey coach, John Healy.A few areas on this episode we discuss:How to score more goals... best variable to useHow to get more...
Kyle MacLennan
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Kyle MacLennan, .A few areas on this episode we discuss:Details within gameplay and situationsWorking from backchecking/tracking to the Offensive Zone
Paolo Della Bella
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Paolo Della Bella. Paolo is the goalie coach within HC Lugano and also with Swiss national team(s).A few areas on this episode we discuss:Goalie development from 9U t...
Jack Han (Hockey Tactics 2026)
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with hockey expert Jack Han to talk his book Hockey Tactics 2026.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Sign up for the #1 Hockey IQ Newsletter:New...
Common Issues & Areas to Overcome When Moving Up a Level
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we dive down the rabbit hole of common issues moving up and level of play. A few areas on this episode we discuss:Physical developmentMental SafetyPlaying in th...
Barry Jones
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Barry Jones of NRG Hockey. Barry is a hockey coach (inline, street, and ice) out of Perth, Australia.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Finding mentors and resour...
Val Hannahs
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Val Hannahs, Registered Dietitian with Bachelor in Medical Dietetics... and hockey mom!A few areas on this episode we discuss:Hydration routines4-2-1 Pre-Gam...
Kabir Bubna
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Kabir Bubna, coaching expert and PhD candidate with research Interests in Skill Acquisition, Coaching Practice, Talent & Coach DevelopmentA few areas on this episode we discu...
Coaching 201 with Nick Smallridge (Part 3)
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Nick Smallridge to talk advanced coaching topics in a 3 part series.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Why coaches implements systems and concepts... when those a...
Coaching 201 with Nick Smallridge (Part 2)
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Nick Smallridge to talk advanced coaching topics in a 3 part series.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Amplifying Error in Coaching... The effects of having playe...
Coaching 201 with Nick Smallridge (Part 1)
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Nick Smallridge to talk advanced coaching topics in a 3 part series.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Reset rituals and mindset visualizations.Optimal a...
Jamieson McVicar
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with ice hockey coach, Jamieson McVicar.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Creating game transferable practice plansHow to provide feedback that stick and emp...
Christian Grunnah
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with ice hockey skating expert, Christian Grunnah.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Skating lessons learned from National Champion speed skating fatherWeight...
Alina Muller
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with professional hockey player, Alina Muller of Switzerland.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Value of pushing yourself, choosing hard, and seeing what good looks li...
Hockey Psychology (Anthony)
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with hockey content creator, Anthony of Hockey Psychology.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Weaponizing an asset rather than just having an assetImportance a...
Marcie Kierpiec
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with hockey skating specialist, Marcie Kierpiec.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Teaching ice hockey skating technique and movement patterns.Maximizing reps...
Nick Smallridge
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with soccer coach and English teacher, Nick Smallridge.A few areas on this episode we discuss:How to give impact team talks between periods/halfs and after the game
Ray Tenenbaum (Champs App)
On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with hockey dad, Champs App founder, and curious hockey mind... Ray Tenenbaum.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Game play styles and tacticsWhat scouts look ...