Welcome to Episode 15 - The Controversy Surrounding Multi-Sport Development.

Should I engage in other sports outside of hockey? This is a question that lingers throughout the hockey world and on this episode, we discuss the value behind multi-sport development.

Hosts Jeff Lerg and Chris Palmer emphasize that quality training with a purpose is more valuable than quantity. Check out this episode to gain useful information on how to develop overall athleticism for hockey by participating in other sports.

This episode highlights:

- The benefits of sports diversification.

- Personal experiences with playing multiple sports competitively, recreationally, and for recovery purposes.

- The importance of intentional practice versus mindless repetition.

- How taking breaks from hockey can benefit both mental and physical health while maintaining athleticism through alternative activities.

- What an off-season should look like to be able to peak for the regular hockey season.

AND A LOT MORE!

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Welcome to Episode 14 - The Power of Mental Performance: Derek Lalonde.

We are pumped to share this episode with Derek ‘Newsy’ Lalonde, discussing the importance of growing your mental toughness. Hosts Jeff Lerg and Chris Palmer sit down and dive into the life of coaching and what Newsy accredits to his success in climbing the ladder to the NHL.

This episode highlights:

- Derek Lalonde’s extensive coaching journey from dreaming of being a teacher to coaching at the NHL level.

- Coaching philosophy, highlighting the importance of relationships and direct communication with players.

- What it’s like coaching NHL stars like Patrick Kane, Nikita Kucherov, Dylan Larkin, Victor Hedman, and Steven Stamkos to name a few.

- Emphasizing the need to integrate mental performance training alongside physical development in youth hockey programs.

- How championship teams build from the locker room and out with the importance of understanding your role in team leadership.

- The differences in coaching at every level as an assistant coach and head coach, as well as the lifestyle that comes with it.

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Welcome to Episode 13 - Inside Hockey Politics

While politics definitely exists, we want to emphasize that there's still roughly 70% pure opportunity in hockey. While that might look different for every family and player, there is a harsh reality portion of "politics" when actual player development is overlooked. That said, staying focused on consistent effort and development can still open doors—because talent and work ethic do get noticed.

With that, in this weeks episode, hosts Chris Palmer and Jeff Lerg discuss the politics in hockey, particularly focusing on how it affects youth sports and player development.

This episode highlights:

- Answering the questions surrounding how not so strong players can be rostered on top level teams.

- What hockey politics looks like beyond the youth level.

- How paying for a spot on a team could negatively affect your child.

- Personal stories witnessing hockey politics in many forms.

- How to focus on personal development rather than getting caught up in political aspects of the sport.

- The money factor in hockey.

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Welcome to Episode 12 - What It Takes to Stand Out

Hosts Chris Palmer and Jeff Lerg discuss the importance of making good impressions and how to stand out in every level in hockey. They emphasize that true confidence comes from preparation and genuine effort, not from pretending or seeking approval.

This episode highlights:

- How standing out requires giving everything you have regardless of pecking order or perceived limitations.

- The importance of making good impressions during tryout season, particularly for teenagers going to junior hockey tryouts or junior players trying to impress college scouts.

- The balance of self-confidence and avoiding arrogance.

- Examples of how to stand out in challenging situations.

- Importance of controlling attitude and effort every day.

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Welcome to Episode 11 - Facing Reality

Hosts Chris Palmer and Jeff Lerg dive into what it is like to face reality in sports. We understand how difficult it is to navigate through disappointment or frustration that arise throughout one's career. So, we want to emphasize the importance of self-identification and how to set realistic but, lofty goals.

This episode highlights:

- Understanding true passion versus just loving the lifestyle sports brings to your life.

- Dealing with developmental challenges.

- Being able to realistically evaluate yourself and the importance of setting goals.

- Examples of how successful athletes and coaches have been able to climb the ladder with hard work and dedication.

- How to accept that there are different paths to success.

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Welcoming Dillon Kelley, aka DK The Mobility Guy!

This episode is all about making your own path in sports. Hosts Chris Palmer and Jeff Lerg break down the unusual story of how DK became a goalie as well as how he was able to get to play in the American Hockey League, despite not taking the “normal” steps to get there.

This conversation explores key topics such as pressure management, resilience, and the importance of enjoying the process, as well as highlighting DK’s transition to a successful mobility business following his sports career.

Episode highlights:

- The unconventional story of how Dillon Kelley began playing goalie in highschool.

- How DK was able to go from the Federal League (FPHL), the lowest professional hockey league, to the American Hockey League (AHL), the league directly under the NHL.

- How to enjoy the game regardless of the challenges you face in or outside of hockey.

- Loving the journey more than the destination and constantly working on your skills.

- Maintaining belief despite criticism and obstacles to success.

- The creation of DK The Mobility Guy - turning your experience from sports into entrepreneurial opportunities.

AND A LOT MORE!

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Welcome to Episode 9 - Growing Through Failure

Hosts Chris Palmer and Jeff Lerg discuss the critical role of failure in achieving success in sports. They emphasize that failure is an inevitable part of growth! Also, in this episode we explore how acknowledging and learning from failures, rather than being overwhelmed by them, can lead to significant improvement.

This episode highlights:

- Coping mechanisms on overcoming failure regardless of how big or small it is.

- Actionable advice on redefining failure and maintaining a competitive, growth-oriented mindset.

- Stories explaining how there is no easy path to success.

- Examples of how even the greatest athletes in the world fail and are able to learn from it.

- Ways to use failure as a driving force to improve yourself and be a better athlete.

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Welcome to Episode 8 - Pregame Rituals & Superstitions!

Chris Palmer and Jeff Lerg discuss the significance of pregame rituals and superstitions in hockey. They explore how these rituals help players transition mentally and physically from daily life to being game-ready.

We also welcome our first special guest, Fife Lerg! She provides a deeper level to not only help us get to know co-host, Jeff Lerg better, but offers insights into the impact of these rituals from a partner's perspective.

This episode highlights:

- Personal stories on the positive and negative impacts of pregame rituals.

- The balance between beneficial preparation and the potential rigidity that can cause problems, inhibiting us to perform consistently.

- How these psychological routines can extend to relationships, family members, and friends.

- Managing unpredictability in sports and in life.

- How these habits, ranging from specific meal choices to unique warm-up routines, can help athletes transition from everyday life to peak performance on the ice.

- Why we feel the need to perform these rituals or superstitions.

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