Hockey IQ Podcast

Paolo Della Bella

29 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Paolo Della Bella. Paolo is the goalie coach within HC Lugano and also with Swiss national ...

Jack Han (Hockey Tactics 2026)

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with hockey expert Jack Han to talk his book Hockey Tactics 2026.A few areas on this episode we ...

Common Issues & Areas to Overcome When Moving Up a Level

08 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we dive down the rabbit hole of common issues moving up and level of play. A few areas on this episode we d...

Barry Jones

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Barry Jones of NRG Hockey. Barry is a hockey coach (inline, street, and ice) out of Perth, ...

Val Hannahs

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Val Hannahs, Registered Dietitian with Bachelor in Medical Dietetics... and hockey mom!A fe...

Kabir Bubna

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Kabir Bubna, coaching expert and PhD candidate with research Interests in Skill Acquisition...

Coaching 201 with Nick Smallridge (Part 3)

31 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Nick Smallridge to talk advanced coaching topics in a 3 part series.A few areas on this epi...

Coaching 201 with Nick Smallridge (Part 2)

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Nick Smallridge to talk advanced coaching topics in a 3 part series.A few areas on this epi...

Coaching 201 with Nick Smallridge (Part 1)

03 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Nick Smallridge to talk advanced coaching topics in a 3 part series.A few areas on this epi...

Jamieson McVicar

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with ice hockey coach, Jamieson McVicar.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Creating game tra...

Christian Grunnah

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with ice hockey skating expert, Christian Grunnah.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Skating...

Alina Muller

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with professional hockey player, Alina Muller of Switzerland.A few areas on this episode we disc...

Hockey Psychology (Anthony)

01 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with hockey content creator, Anthony of Hockey Psychology.A few areas on this episode we discuss...

Marcie Kierpiec

17 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with hockey skating specialist, Marcie Kierpiec.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Teaching ...

Nick Smallridge

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with soccer coach and English teacher, Nick Smallridge.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Ho...

Ray Tenenbaum (Champs App)

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with hockey dad, Champs App founder, and curious hockey mind... Ray Tenenbaum.A few areas on thi...

JP Nerbun (Coach Leadership Development)

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Coach Developer and Consultant, JP Nerbun.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Leadership...

Dr Cassidy Preston

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Mental Performance coach, Cassidy Preston.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Managing f...

Calvin Simon

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Shakopee HS Ice Hockey Head Coach, Calvin Simon.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Find...

Jack Rolfe - The Coaching Lab

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with The Coaching Lab founder Jack Rolfe.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Self-reflection ...

Don Granato (Part #2)

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with ice hockey coach Don Granato to discuss best practices, coaching evolutions, and nuanced is...

Don Granato (Part #1)

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with ice hockey coach Don Granato to discuss best practices, coaching evolutions, and nuanced is...

Player Development (Pt 2 w. Brian Slugocki)

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with development coach Brian Slugocki to discuss best practices, coaching evolutions, and nuance...

Coach Development (Pt 1 w. Brian Slugocki)

09 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with development coach Brian Slugocki to discuss best practices, coaching evolutions, and nuance...

Jordan Schmaltz

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with former player turned entrepreneur & media personality, Jordan Schmaltz.A few areas on t...

Jon Stea

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with strength and performance coach, Jon Stea.A few areas on this episode we discuss:Hockey spec...

Philip O'Callaghan

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Skill Acquisition expert & Irish PE teacher, Philip O'Callaghan.A few areas on thi...

John Lind

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Sweden Ice Hockey Association Director of education & research, John Lind.A few areas o...

Modern Defensemen (with Will Scouch) Ep #3

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we dive into our modern defensemen series. Episode 3 is all about great rush defending.A few areas on this e...

Modern Defensemen (with Will Scouch) Ep #2

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we dive into our modern defensemen series. Episode 2 is all about great point play.A few areas on this episo...

Modern Defensemen (with Will Scouch) Ep #1

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we dive into our modern defensemen series. Episode 1 is all about great defending.A few areas on this episod...

Adam Zlatkus (Along The Ice)

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Adam Zlatkus, analyst with Along The Ice (YouTube, Instagram, etc.).A few areas on this epi...

Mitchell Goodin

25 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with U12 and High School coach, Mitchell Goodin.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Metrics...

Mark Letestu

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with former NHL player and current AHL coach, Mark Letestu.A few areas on this episode we discus...

Shaun Goodsell

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Sports Performance Coach, High Performance Mental Toughness Expert, Shaun Goodsell.A few ar...

Sumeet Wareh

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Player Development Specialist, Sumeet Wareh.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Edge c...

Kevin Galerno

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Skill Development Specialist + Total Package Hockey owner, Kevin Galerno.A few areas on thi...

Derek Panchuk

03 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Skill Development Specialist + coach consultant, Derek Panchuk.A few areas on this episode ...

Ryan Kosecki

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Youngtown Phantoms GM (and way more), Ryan Kosecki.A few areas on this episode we discuss:-...

Xander Mavrogiannis

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Hockey IQ development specialist, Xander Mavrogiannis.A few areas on this episode we discus...

Joel Cressman

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with skill development specialist, Joel Cressman.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Journe...

Nichlas Hardt + Nikolaj Kielland (Raw Nations)

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with coaches Nichlas Hardt and Nikolaj Kielland of Raw Nations.A few areas on this episode we di...

Jon Mills

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Jon Mills, head coach of Kent State Men's Golf.A few areas on this episode we discuss:...

Toni Walch (RB Salzburg Ice Hockey Academy)

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Toni Walch of RB Salzburg Ice Hockey AcademyA few areas on this episode we discuss:- RB Sal...

JP Nerbun

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with JP Berbun, Founder of TOC Culture Consulting.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Trans...

Eric Titterud

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with coach and teacher, Eric Titterud.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Hows of coaching-...

Dan Arel

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Dan Arel... Hockey Director, hockey dad, hockey coach, etc.A few areas on this episode we d...

Richard Bercuson

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Richard Bercuson, retired teacher, writer, podcaster, and hockey coach.A few areas on this ...

Larry Lauer

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Larry Lauer, Director of Mental Performance at the US Tennis Association.A few areas on thi...

Rob Gherson

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Rob Gherson, goalie guru and head coach in the GTHL (Toronto). He's a fascinating stor...

Scott Kleekamp

27 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Scott Kleekamp, director of player operations for Dryland Development Project in the Boston...

Jeremy Blumes

13 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Jeremy Blumes, head coach and GM with the Ontario Jr Reign.A few areas on this episode we d...

Kyle MacLennan

29 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Kyle McLennan.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Developing an eye for the game - Wh...

Keegan McMindes

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with skate sharpening guru, Keegan McMindes. Keegan teaches Greg everything to know about skate ...

Justin Goldman

25 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Justin Goldman. A Goalie guru and author.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Mental si...

Jill Plandowski

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Jill Plandowski. Jill is a skating expert and hockey wife + hockey mom to 3 boys. She'...

Brian Gillam

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Brian Gillam. Brian is the Coach Development Coordinator Hockey Eastern Ontario,  Owner of...

John "The Colombian" Castrillon

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with practitioner, John "The Colombian" Catrillon. With years of observing, experiment...

Geir Jordet

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with professor, researcher, consultant, entrepreneur, analyst, etc... Geir Jordet! Geir is known...

Ayo Adeniye

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with current player and Columbus resident, Ayo Adeniye.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- ...

Jack Han (Father's Day Edition)

21 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with hockey expert and new hockey dad, Jack Han.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Father&...

Chris Sevier

07 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with PE Teacher, MS Kinesiologist, and LTAD expert, Chris Sevier!A few areas on this episode we ...

Jim Haverstrom

24 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with coach and coach developer, Jim Haverstrom!A few areas on this episode we discuss:- What is ...

Andrew Alberts

10 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with former NHLers, current coach, and business person with Sense Arena VR,... Andrew AlbertsA f...

Danielle McDonough

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with author and mental specialist, Danielle McDonough.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- L...

Spencer Loane

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Spencer Loane, ice hockey scout with the Chicago Steel of the USHL.A few areas on this epis...

Aaron Wilbur

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Aaron Wilbur, ice hockey coach and founder of The Coaches Site (TCS). TCS is the #1 website...

Matt Dumouchelle

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Matt Dumouchelle, writer and podcaster of the series 'Hockey Factories.' Matt had...

Zack Nowak

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Zack Nowak, USAH coordinator of coach education and player development assistant. A few ar...

Derek Neumeier

25 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Derek Neumeier. A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Jonatan Berggren's skillset-...

Corey Sznadjer

11 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Corey Sznajder. Corey tracks stats that are behind almost all of the publicly available NHL...

From the Archive - Martin St Louis

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bringing back an oldie from the archive! The now head coach of the Montreal Canadiens, Martin St Louis. Last we spoke to MSL he was coaching his kids ...

Kim McCullough

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Kim McCullough. Kim is the former Head Coach of the Toronto-Leaside PWHL, 2014-2021  and D...

Ronan Keenan + Colton Sipperley

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Colton Sipperley and Ronan Keenan, both are current players who have truly gone about ownin...

Kane Lafranchise

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with former professional player and current development coach Kane Lafranchise.A few areas on th...

Will Scouch (2x)

23 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Will Scouch of Scouching scouting services.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Imposte...

Alex Bezerra

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Alex Bezerra, assistant coach with the Cincinnatti Cyclones.A few areas on this episode we ...

Wade Russell

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Wade Russell.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Constaints-Lead Approach within coach...

Emily Curlett

02 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Emily Curlett, Coach and Girls Hockey Ambassador at Ohio AAA Blue Jackets and player at THE...

Josh Tessler

26 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Smaht Scouting founder and scout, Josh Tessler.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Sta...

Matt Koch

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Matt Koch. Matt is head coach of the University of Akron, level 5 USA Hockey, and has wonde...

Mike Bonelli

12 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Mike Bonelli. Mike does is all in hockey and has great experiences to share from his time i...

Matt Deschamps

05 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Matt Deschamps. Matt is the associate head coach of the Chicago Steel and has been a coach ...

Gabe Zelico

28 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Gabe Zelico.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Decision fatigue - The causes of burn...

Adam Nicholas (Part 2)

21 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Adam Nicholas. Adam is the founder of Stride Envy Hockey and is currently director of hocke...

Adam Nicholas (Part 1)

14 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Adam Nicholas. Adam is the founder of Stride Envy Hockey and is currently director of hocke...

Andre Lacroix (Part 2)

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Andre Lacroix. Andre is the WHA all-time leading scorer and long-time coach. Having grown u...

Andre Lacroix (Part 1)

31 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Andre Lacroix. Andre is the WHA all-time leading scorer and long-time coach. Having grown u...

Tomas Pacina (x2)

24 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Tomas Pacina. Tomas is a long time development coach in development and recently started wo...

Nathan De Lara

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with analytics guru, Nathan De Lara.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Using machine learn...

Charlie O'Connor

10 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Philadelphia Flyer's reporter and NHL reporter, Charlie O'Connor.A few areas on t...

Brian Slugocki

03 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with skills and development coach Brian Slugocki.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Struct...

JC Campagna

27 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with player and skills coach JC CampagnaA few areas on this episode we discuss:- Training while ...

Keith Mizwicki

20 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with skills coach Keith MizwickiA few areas on this episode we discuss:- Quantifying game perfor...

Kenny McCudden

13 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with skills coach Kenny McCudden.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Working with over 125,...

Karl Schwarzenbrunner

06 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Karl SchwarzenbrunnerCoaching coachesGiving feedbackGiving a few skills to coaches… Win people over, Athlete centered coachingDon’t throw everyth...

Vladislav Bespomoschnov + Mark O’Sullivan (Pavel Datsyuk)

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Vladislav Bespomoschnov + Mark O’Sullivan. Together they worked together on a research st...

Jimmy Mullin

22 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Jimmy Mullin.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- Why being a good teammate is key in p...

David Urquhart

15 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with hockey coach David Urquhart.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- How a coach approaches...

Parker Burgess

08 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with hockey coach Parker Burgess.A few areas on this episode we discuss:- The importance of char...