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April 20, 2025
<p><strong>In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we welcome Matt Dumouchelle, creator of The Coaches Site’s Hockey Factories Series, contributor to The Coaches Site Podcast, and Assistant GM of the Leamington Flyers. </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Drawing from years of global research into the world’s best hockey development programs, Matt unpacks what great programs do differently.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Whether you're a coach, parent, or program director, this conversation delivers deep insight on youth development systems, what it means to be aligned as an organization, and why the coach-player-parent triangle is more important than ever.</strong></p><p><strong>📌 Key Topics Covered:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Matt’s Journey from Broadcasting to Hockey Development (1:30 – 5:30)</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>What Makes the Best Hockey Programs in the World (11:30 – 16:00)</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>“Be #1 in Everything That’s Free” – Competing on culture, not budget (12:40)</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>The Role of Organizational Alignment in Development (14:00 – 22:30)</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Teaching the Frolunda Way, Not Your Way (22:30 – 27:00)</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>What Age Should Players Peak Performance Begin? (27:00)</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>How the European Club System Moves Players (29:00)</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>The Pillars of Top Programs (30:00)</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>What Defines a Good Coach? (33:40)</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Clear Coach-to-Parent Communication (36:00)</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Favoritism, Expectations, and the Expensive Game (40:00 – 45:00)</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>How Much Do Finances Matter in Development? (51:00)</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Building a Program Foundation: Sleep, Recovery, Balance (54:00 – 57:40)</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Multi-Sport and Well-Rounded Athletes (57:40)</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>International Development Gaps – NA vs Europe (1:02:00)</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>How to Improve Your Organization Today (1:05:00 – 1:12:00)</strong></p></li></ul><p><strong>-</strong></p><p>Become a <a href="https://powertechhockey.ca/memberships/gold-membership-signup/"><u>MEMBER</u></a> to support the show!</p><p>Want to sponsor? Contact Us <a href="https://powertechhockey.ca/contact/"><u>HERE</u></a>. </p>
April 13, 2025
<p>In this episode of the PowerTech Development Podcast, we go big-picture and ground-level:</p><p>🏒 Ovechkin breaks Gretzky’s record— is he a Top 5 all-time player? We compare eras, legacies, and what it takes to dethrone hockey icons. 💪 What does it take to move up levels in hockey today? We unpack the myth that you need to be perfect at everything. 📈 OHL Draft mindset tips—including how undrafted players still carve a path to the NHL.</p><ul><li><p>Ovechkin vs Gretzky – Breaking records, comparing eras (1:00, 4:00, 6:30)</p></li><li><p>Top 5 NHL Players of All Time – Who belongs, who’s next? (10:00–16:00)</p></li><li><p>Do deficiencies need to become strengths? (18:00)</p></li><li><p>Being “Good Enough” Without Being “Vanilla” (23:00)</p></li><li><p>Setting Intentions When You Train (26:00)</p></li><li><p>OHL Draft Realities & Undrafted Success Stories (29:30–36:00)</p></li><li><p>Scouting = Educated Guesswork (38:00)</p></li><li><p>Grinding Through Adversity (45:00–50:00)</p></li><li><p>“Trust the Process” – What Does It Actually Mean? (51:00)</p></li><li><p>How to Measure Growth & Potential in Players (1:00:00)<br></p></li></ul><p>Whether you're a parent, coach, or player, this episode blends elite hockey legacy debates with real-world advice for making it in today’s game.</p><p><br></p><p>Become a <a href="https://powertechhockey.ca/memberships/gold-membership-signup/"><u>MEMBER</u></a> to support the show!</p><p><br>Want to sponsor? Contact Us <a href="https://powertechhockey.ca/contact/"><u>HERE</u></a>. <br></p>
April 6, 2025
<p>In this episode of the <strong>PowerTech Development Podcast</strong>, we dive deep into youth strength training, long-term athletic development, and the dangers of early specialization.</p><p>Inspired by the PERFORM podcast and Dr. Andy Galpin's recent episode on Strength Training for Kids, we unpack the most important takeaways for parents, coaches, and anyone working with young athletes, including:</p><ul><li><p>PERFORM by Dr. Andy Galpin – Why this episode sparked the conversation (7:30)</p></li><li><p>Problems with Research & Public Confusion – Why so many parents are misinformed (9:00)</p></li><li><p>Myths Around Strength Training for Kids – What’s true and what’s not (13:00)</p></li><li><p>Is Strength Training Dangerous for Kids? – The real risks (or lack of them) (17:00)</p></li><li><p>Should You Wait Until Puberty? – The science says… (21:00)</p></li><li><p>Why Positive Experience is the #1 Priority (26:00)</p></li><li><p>How to Structure Age-Appropriate Training (29:00)</p></li><li><p>Child-Centric vs Adult-Centric Coaching Mentality (34:00)</p></li><li><p>The Dangers of Early Specialization in Sports (40:00)</p></li></ul><p>This episode is perfect for parents with young athletes, coaches designing age-appropriate programs, and anyone questioning when—or if—kids should start strength training.</p><p><br></p><p>You can find the full episode from Dr. Andy Galpin <a href="https://performpodcast.com/strength-training-for-kids-building-lifelong-movement-skills/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">HERE</a>.</p><p><strong>-</strong></p><p><strong>Become a </strong><a href="https://powertechhockey.ca/memberships/gold-membership-signup/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>MEMBER</strong></a><strong> to support the show!</strong></p><p><strong>Want to sponsor? Contact Us </strong><a href="https://powertechhockey.ca/contact/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>HERE</strong></a><strong>. </strong><br></p>
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