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The USA Hockey Podcast: A Youth Sports Conversation

USA Hockey
USA Hockey
Youth Sports
Hockey
NHL
Youth Hockey
Player Development
Ice Hockey
Mental Health
Hockey Coaching
Coaching
Chicago Mission
Adult Hockey
Sports Psychology
Women's Nationals
National Team Development Program
Goaltending
Pond Hockey Nationals
Youth Development
Leadership Development
Culver Academy

The USA Hockey Podcast brings powerful and engaging interviews from ice hockey and youth sports and development to your ears. Follow along as we provide informative interviews that will benefit players, coaches, and parents.

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In the final episode from Mental Health Awareness Month, the USA Hockey Podcast welcomes special host Abby Woodford back again for a thoughtful conversation with Dr. Kristen Dieffenbach of West Virginia University and the United States Center for Coa... more

In this Mental Health Awareness Month episode of the USA Hockey Podcast, host Zack Nowak and co-host Abby Woodford are joined by Dr. Erica Force, a lead psychological services provider with the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee. Dr. Force shares pr... more

Dr. Sue Schimmel and Maureen Breeze join the USA Hockey Podcast, with Abby Woodford serving as special guest co-host, to discuss how parents can support athletes through pressure, burnout, failure and growth. The conversation explores practical ways ... more

On this episode of the USA Hockey Podcast, host Zack Nowak is joined by Darren Elliott, former NHL goaltender, broadcaster, and VP of Hockey Programming and Facility Operations for the Vegas Golden Knights. Elliott shares how street hockey, multi-spo... more

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Recent Guests

Kristen Dieffenbach
Dr. Kristen Dieffenbach from West Virginia University; Director of the Center for Applied Coaching and Sports Sciences
West Virginia University; United States Center for Coaching Excellence (USCCE)
Episode: #59 Building a Mentally Healthy Hockey Culture with Dr. Kristen Dieffenbach
Dr. Erica Force
Lead psychological services provider with the USOPC
USOPC
Episode: #58 Building a Healthier Mental Game with Dr. Erica Force
Sue Schimmel
Clinical psychologist specializing in sport mental health
Episode: #57 Parenting the Athlete with Dr. Sue Schimmel and Maureen Breeze
Maureen Breeze
Leadership development specialist and executive coach
Episode: #57 Parenting the Athlete with Dr. Sue Schimmel and Maureen Breeze
Bill Kangas
Current head coach Williams College
Williams College
Episode: #55 Why Relationships Matter Most in Coaching with Bill Kangas
Alex Biega
Former NHL player and current youth hockey coach
Episode: #54 Preparation, Perseverance, and Performance with Alex Biega
Nick Fohr
Head coach of the US National Under 18 Team with USA Hockey's NTDP program.
USA Hockey
Episode: #51 Player Development Through NTDP with Nick Fohr
Derek Read
Manager of Education and Player Development for the Blue Jackets Hockey League
Blue Jackets Hockey League
Episode: #45 Vierumäki: Sport Institute of Finland and its Impacts on Coaching with Derek Read
Kenny McGinley
President of Arizona High School Hockey Association and coach developer with Rocky Mountain District.
Arizona High School Hockey Association
Episode: #44 Driving Excellence: Arizona High School Hockey Association

Host

Zack Nowak
Host of The USA Hockey Podcast: A Youth Sports Conversation

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
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Honest discussions on burnout and mental health in youth sports
Strong coaching-thinking and actionable frameworks for parents and educators
Engaging, practical takeaways for families
High-quality guests with diverse expertise

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#243
United Kingdom/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#153
New Zealand/Sports/Hockey

Talking Points

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#59 Building a Mentally Healthy Hockey Culture with Dr. Kristen Dieffenbach
Q: What does a mentally healthy team culture look like in practice?
A healthy culture centers on respect, accountability, and regular, proactive conversations about wellbeing, with leaders modeling supportive behaviors and creating safe spaces for players to check in.
#58 Building a Healthier Mental Game with Dr. Erica Force
Q: How can teammates support someone who seems off or is struggling with mental health?
Start with a supportive check-in, listen without trying to solve the problem, and help connect them to resources like a sports psychologist or counselor.
#58 Building a Healthier Mental Game with Dr. Erica Force
Q: What does mental performance training look like in a week for an athlete?
It involves integrating mental skills into daily routines, including pre-performance routines, breathing exercises, and learning how to shift attention and manage thoughts.
#58 Building a Healthier Mental Game with Dr. Erica Force
Q: What would you tell athletes about handling moments when pressure feels overwhelming?
Normalize pressure, then teach practical tools like staying present, reframing thoughts, and focusing on preparation rather than outcome to stay in the moment.
#56 Growing the Game, One Player at a Time with Darren Elliott
Q: What are the most important things for new coaches to develop?
Trust, making the game fun, positive coaching, and teaching in a way that helps players understand expected behaviors; use environments that promote learning rather than harsh discipline.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show focuses on youth hockey development, parenting, coaching philosophy, and the long-term growth of athletes. Episodes frequently explore multi-sport participation, skill development, mental health, burnout prevention, and pathways from learn-to-skate to elite levels, with practical frameworks and real-world anecdotes from coaches, players, and program leaders. A standout angle is balancing competitive drive with long-term athlete wellbeing, often featuring guests who bridge sport performance with leadership, education, and family dynamics. This content is likely to appeal to parents, coaches, and administrators seeking actionable insights, evidence-based approaches, and nuanced discussions about youth development in hockey and broad... more

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1. Kristen Dieffenbach
2. Dr. Erica Force
3. Sue Schimmel
4. Maureen Breeze
5. Bill Kangas
6. Alex Biega
7. Nick Fohr
8. Derek Read

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