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Puck Academy is a show and newsletter exploring how hockey players grow — on and off the ice. Each week, we share conversations with coaches, players, and experts about the habits, mindset, and development process that lead to peak performance. Our mission is to help players and families make sense of the journey — what matters, what doesn’t, and how to navigate it all with purpose. How It Works �... more

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Host Jason Jacobs introduces Puck Academy and interviews Mel Ruzzi, head coach of Women’s Ice Hockey at Brown, known for defensive systems and program-building after roles at Princeton, Yale, Providence, Harvard, and Amherst, plus long involvement wi... more

Host Jason Jacobs interviews longtime NHL strength and conditioning coach Sean Skahan, former Minnesota Wild and 2007 Stanley Cup champion Anaheim Ducks coach, now owner of Skahan Sports Conditioning and author of Total Hockey Training. Skahan descri... more

In this episode of Puck Academy, host Jason Jacobs sits down with Jon Lounsbury, owner of 11 Hockey and a player development coach who works with players from youth hockey through the NHL.

Jon shares his journey from youth and high school hockey in ... more

Host Jason Jacobs welcomes Jack Ceglarski, head coach of Middlebury men’s hockey, for a wide-ranging conversation on development, recruiting, and leading a program in today’s changing hockey landscape.

A former SUNY Geneseo national champion and pro... more

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Recent Guests

Sean Skahan
Former NHL strength and conditioning coach; owner of Skahan Sports Conditioning
Skahan Sports Conditioning
Episode: Sean Skahan on Modern Hockey Strength & Conditioning, Youth Development, and Avoiding Burnout
Jon Lounsbury
Owner of 11 Hockey; former coach and developer of players from youth to professional levels
11 Hockey
Episode: Elevating the Game: Insights from Jon Lounsbury, NHL Player Development Coach
Jack Ceglarski
Head Coach at Middlebury College
Middlebury College
Episode: Jack Ceglarski on Player Development, Recruiting, and Building Middlebury Hockey
Tyler Holske
Head Coach & GM of the South Shore Kings (NCDC) and a versatile hockey professional with coaching, scouting, and front-office experience.
South Shore Kings (NCDC), Sioux City Musketeers, NHL Central Scouting
Episode: Insights on Player Development from Tyler Holske, Head Coach & GM of NCDC South Shore Kings
Ben Guite
Sydney J. Watson Head Coach for Men's Ice Hockey at Bowdoin College
Bowdoin College
Episode: From Player to Coach: Bowdoin Head Coach Ben Guite's Hockey Journey
Sean Walsh
Assistant Coach, University of Alaska Fairbanks (Nanooks)
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Episode: Sibling Rivalries and Coaching Legacies with Sean and Tyler Walsh
Tyler Walsh
Head Men's Hockey Coach, Gustavus Adolphus College
Gustavus Adolphus College
Episode: Sibling Rivalries and Coaching Legacies with Sean and Tyler Walsh
Andy Jones
Head coach of Bentley University's Division I Men's Ice Hockey Team
Bentley University
Episode: Habits Over Systems: The Coaching Style of Bentley's Andy Jones
Wes Wolfe
Assistant Coach with the Reading Royals in the ECHL and an expert on coaching and player development.
Reading Royals
Episode: Developing Hockey IQ: An In-depth Conversation with Coach Wes Wolfe

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Jason Jacobs
Host of Puck Academy, focusing on player development in hockey and exploring how individuals can reach their full potential in sports.

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Apple Podcasts
#67
Germany/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#38
India/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#98
New Zealand/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#112
Ireland/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#139
Finland/Sports/Hockey

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Jack Ceglarski on Player Development, Recruiting, and Building Middlebury Hockey
Q: What was your recruiting philosophy when you started at Middlebury, and how has it evolved?
Initially the focus was on finding good people who compete and fit the school's culture; over time the approach has broadened to include a wider mix of players who bring different strengths, while still prioritizing character, work ethic, and the ability to contribute to a winning program.
Elevating the Game: Insights from Jon Lounsbury, NHL Player Development Coach
Q: Can hockey IQ be taught, and how would you approach that?
Yes, through environment design, constraints, and deliberate practice that challenges players to think under pressure; it also requires a trusted mentor who can relate to the player and push them.",
Elevating the Game: Insights from Jon Lounsbury, NHL Player Development Coach
Q: What are the right and wrong ways to use video?
Wrong use is to override the coaching process or force-fit what coaches want; right use is to fix missed opportunities and help players see and understand the small decisions that lead to better outcomes.
Elevating the Game: Insights from Jon Lounsbury, NHL Player Development Coach
Q: What elements of your high-end work translate to the youth level, and what might be overkill?
Video and one-on-one coaching can translate, but at youth levels the emphasis should be on coaching strategies and enabling players to play and learn, not overloading with complex systems.
Elevating the Game: Insights from Jon Lounsbury, NHL Player Development Coach
Q: How do you balance hope and patience versus delusion when guiding a young player or parent?
Patience is about supporting a realistic path and avoiding chasing every opportunity; delusion shows up when the pursuit ignores a player's true needs and trajectory, pushing them toward outcomes that don't fit their development.

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The show presents an exploration of player development in hockey, featuring engaging conversations with coaches, players, and industry experts. It focuses on the importance of mindset, personal growth, and the multifaceted journey of becoming a successful athlete. By addressing themes such as youth sports, coaching philosophy, and the emotional aspects of player development, the content is designed to empower both players and their families to understand the various dynamics at play in their sporting journeys. Each episode likely emphasizes insights that help demystify the challenges faced by young athletes, providing a supportive framework for nurturing talent on and off the ice.

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1. Sean Skahan
2. Jon Lounsbury
3. Jack Ceglarski
4. Tyler Holske
5. Ben Guite
6. Sean Walsh
7. Tyler Walsh
8. Andy Jones

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