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The Hockey Think Tank Podcast

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Youth Hockey
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Youth Sports
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The Hockey Think Tank Podcast brings incredible stories, interviews, and great perspective from some of the top hockey minds in the game. Hosted by Topher Scott & Jeff LoVecchio, our podcast will educate and inspire all those that love the game! For all the players, coaches, and hockey parents out there...make this your Go-To show on your way to the rink! Join our Community here!

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On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about a trait that is common among the best athletes: curiosity. What are some of the best questions you can ask your coaches, mentors, or yourself, if you are innately curious and find yourself alw... more

This week Topher and Jeff bring on hockey legend, Tony Granato. Granato played college hockey at the University of Wisconsin and played over 13 seasons in the NHL. After playing, he coached at the NHL level, college, and the men’s USA Team at the Oly... more

On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to talk about how to handle having a slow start to your season as a coach. Maybe you’re winless in your first couple of games or can’t seem to get the team gelling. What do you do as a coach if you come o... more

On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about offense in the neutral zone. We at the HTT think the neutral zone is the most important zone, both offensively and defensively, so let's talk about it!

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Recent Guests

Tony Granato
USA Hockey Hall of Fame player and former NHL, college, and U.S. Olympic team coach
Episode: Becoming the Best Version of Yourself by Surrounding Yourself with the Right People, with Guest Tony Granato, Hockey Legend - EP 439
Mike MacMillan
USA Hockey National Coach-In-Chief and Minnesota Hockey leader
USA Hockey
Episode: Breaking Down the New Development League with Guest Mike MacMillan, USA Hockey National Coach-In-Chief - EP 438
Tony Gasparini
General Manager, Sioux Falls Stampede (USHL)
Sioux Falls Stampede
Episode: The Path to Playing Juniors, Scouting for Different Skill Levels, & Having the Ability to Self Correct with Guest Tony Gasparini, USHL Sioux Falls Stampede GM - EP 437
Pete Lenes
Owner of Elev802, former hockey player known as Swaggy P
Elev802
Episode: Prioritize Fun First & Development Will Follow, with Guest Pete Lenes (Swaggy P), Elev802 Owner - EP 436
Matt Thomas
Former college hockey coach with extensive defensive coaching experience
Guest on The Hockey Think Tank Podcast
Episode: SHORT SHIFTS - HOW TO PLAY A 1-ON-1 DEFENSIVELY
Greg Rallo
Current assistant coach for Milwaukee Admirals (AHL)
Milwaukee Admirals
Episode: Keys to Finding Success in Your Hockey Journey Regardless of Your Level, with Guest Greg Rallo, AHL Milwaukee Admirals Assistant Coach - EP 434
Mandy Holmes
Founder of sponsormyathlete.com
Sponsor My Athlete
Episode: FRIDAY FACEOFF - SPONSOR MY ATHLETE
Chris Howard
Founder/representative of Ice Hockey Systems
Ice Hockey Systems
Episode: SHORT SHIFTS - DRILL DESIGN & PRACTICE PLANNING WITH IHS
Gordie Stafford
Former head of girls hockey at Shattuck-St. Mary's; NHL player; author
Shattuck-St. Mary's; NHL
Episode: Stories and Observations From A Lifetime in Hockey, with Guest Gordie Stafford, Shattuck-St. Mary’s Former Head Coach - EP 433

Hosts

Jeff LoVecchio
Co-host of the podcast, focused on hockey development, leadership, and culture with the other host.
Topher Scott
Host and co-host, guiding conversations on youth hockey development, coaching, and organizational systems.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 836 ratings
  • Topher and Jeff bring smart takes and open lively discussions on all the topics- big and small- around hockey coaching and development.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    HawkeyeMatt
    a month ago
  • Weird

    Sucks

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Wobdmsms
    United States2 months ago
  • Great job guys!

    These guys do a great job of calling out the issues in youth hockey today. Very informative and an easy listen while in the car!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fight the panic
    United States5 months ago
  • Olympic Hockey Reaction Episode

    Disagree with views of one. Patriotism/love of country isn’t blind loyalty. It’s caring enough to call out the problems. Athletes get asked questions and can share their honest opinions without worrying about being jailed when they get home. Nothing more American than that. As for the men, I think they can be forgiven for being caught up in the moment. This should have been easy. Actually say the words “I’m sorry”. They can say they were caught up in the moment but in no way meant to denigrate... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AntiSocialMedia1234
    United States8 months ago
  • Hockey Parent and Coach

    This podcast is so great and informative. The variety of guests is amazing. This podcast is geared for a large audience of people in the hockey world but the message can be translated to other parts of life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jfhawky
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise practical, no-fluff coaching insights and genuine enthusiasm from hosts.
Some reviews mention political disagreements in episodes, but overall content is regarded as informative and respectful.
Audience notes the show is valuable for coaches, players, and parents across hockey levels.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#67
United States/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#112
Canada/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#233
United Kingdom/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#226
Germany/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#245
Australia/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#6
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Breaking Down the New Development League with Guest Mike MacMillan, USA Hockey National Coach-In-Chief - EP 438
Q: When you guys put your model together, is that something that ever crossed your mind, especially since you have such a big view of USA Hockey as a whole too? Like, do you think this is something that could work in, in a place like Boston, in a place like Michigan, in a place like Chicago, Wisconsin?
MacMillan says Minnesota shares information with other hockey regions and expects Wisconsin, Michigan, and North Dakota to be involved in scheduling. He believes Wisconsin and Chicago-area organizations could develop similar models, while East Coast prep programs would need to bring their groups together.
Breaking Down the New Development League with Guest Mike MacMillan, USA Hockey National Coach-In-Chief - EP 438
Q: The new development league that USA Hockey is instituting, it's something that is certainly changing the landscape in the States. And a lot of people are talking about to try to make the game better here in America. And I think the first question for you, obviously very involved in USA Hockey, Mac, like what's happening in the hockey world right now, where conversations happened at your level within USA Hockey, where it's like, hey, I think we need to do something a little bit differently. And what was the basis of kind of thinking about starting this new league?
MacMillan says the league responds to the need for a clearer pathway for 15- and 17-year-old players and stronger player development standards across the country. It is intended to improve development, not just competition or exposure, and he expects the model to benefit both its participants and Tier 1 hockey more broadly.
Becoming the Best Version of Yourself by Surrounding Yourself with the Right People, with Guest Tony Granato, Hockey Legend - EP 439
Q: What does a great development environment look like?
Granato says players should train with people who share their goals and push them constructively, and choose coaches and organizations that will challenge them. Coaches should focus on developing players and people, with winning as a result of that work rather than the sole objective.
Becoming the Best Version of Yourself by Surrounding Yourself with the Right People, with Guest Tony Granato, Hockey Legend - EP 439
Q: How would you address some of the youth hockey families today about arriving on time, taking a marathon, not a sprint approach?
Granato says advancing too early can stall development and make the next level harder. He recommends developing where a player can get more repetitions, build skills, and arrive prepared, because a strong first impression can create future opportunities.
Keys to Finding Success in Your Hockey Journey Regardless of Your Level, with Guest Greg Rallo, AHL Milwaukee Admirals Assistant Coach - EP 434
Q: How has coaching changed your approach to communicating with players compared to when you were a player?
Now we over-communicate, use players' own words to drive accountability, set clear expectations, and let players drive the conversation while you guide it.

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A practical show for people involved in youth and amateur hockey, focusing on development off the ice as much as on it. Episodes explore life skills, leadership, mentorship, and club governance, with actionable guidance for players, parents, coaches, and administrators. Notable angles include resilience, mindset, and building organizational culture, plus occasional deep dives into coaching tactics, career pathways, and industry dynamics like contract negotiations. A standout trait is the mix of personal journeys from players and coaches with concrete, repeatable practices that audiences can apply at the rink, in clubs, or at home.

What sets this program apart is its consistent emphasis on turning character and responsible leadership into o... more

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1. Tony Granato
2. Mike MacMillan
3. Tony Gasparini
4. Pete Lenes
5. Matt Thomas
6. Greg Rallo
7. Mandy Holmes
8. Chris Howard

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