Hockey IQ Podcast

Hockey's Arsenal
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Greg Revak interviews the best hockey minds around hockey IQ, hockey sense, training, and more

  1. Jul 22

    Nick Smallridge (Never Tell Them What You Think + Who Do We Coach When On The Ball/Puck?)

    On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Nick Smallridge to talk about 2 of his newsletters diving deep into how to approach giving instructions to players. A few areas on this episode we discuss: Never telling your players what you thinkStories of epiphanyPoor phrases, "You need..." & "You should..."How to approach team talks between halves and periodsPreparing mentally for future potentialitiesLanguage of coachingHow to be more effective with coaching cues/yelling during gamesBest feedback for players in possession, close support, far support, and on the bench.Practical application of all the aboveCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web: Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg) Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our website YouTube @HockeysArsenal Facebook @HockeysArsenal Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

  2. Jul 8

    Michael Gurska

    On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with coach Michael Gurska, Assistant coach at Babson College & CSA tracker. A few areas on this episode we discuss: Practice designImprovement mindset from Macklin Celebrini + Michael HageDragging others to excellenceDifference between getting a sweat and getting better. Going through the motions vs active intent.Importance of intention and reflection.Process vs outcome feedbackPlayer run video sessionsPlaying situations (1) Attacking man-on-man vs zone (2) Finding the 2v1 (3) Defending the rush (4) Defending 2v1s + 3v2sCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web: Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg) Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our website YouTube @HockeysArsenal Facebook @HockeysArsenal Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

  3. Jun 24

    Louis Boulet

    On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with LB-Hockey founder, Louis Boulet. A few areas on this episode we discuss: Rating players beyond the basic box-score statsUsing calculus to quantify consistencyWhat individual skills lead to team successDefining physical play in a nuace way that leads to real on-ice advantagesLine compatibility and thoughts into building great chemistryUsing the development matrix to drive player developmentImportance of self-awarenessCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web: Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg) Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our website YouTube @HockeysArsenal Facebook @HockeysArsenal Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

  4. Jun 3

    John Healy

    On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with CSA co-founder and private ice hockey coach, John Healy. A few areas on this episode we discuss: How to score more goals... best variable to useHow to get more scoring chancesExpected goalsBest ways to play net front and screensMaking the goalies miserableBeating goalies with good passes not just good shotsTranslating data and analytics to practice designSeparating factors between playing levelsBeing a more effective coachGetting players to take ownership of their developmentCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web: Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg) Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our website YouTube @HockeysArsenal Facebook @HockeysArsenal Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

  5. May 13

    Kyle MacLennan

    On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Kyle MacLennan, . A few areas on this episode we discuss: Details within gameplay and situationsWorking from backchecking/tracking to the Offensive ZoneUsing the lines and rulebook to your advantageHow to watch hockey to play better defenseWinger roles on the breakoutZone entry concepts and drill designThe importance of mastering creating offense from 2v2sHow to recover more pucks from shots in the offensive zoneCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web: Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg) Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our website YouTube @HockeysArsenal Facebook @HockeysArsenal Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

  6. Apr 29

    Paolo Della Bella

    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 team(s). A few areas on this episode we discuss: Goalie development from 9U to Full ProfessionalHow to select goaliesIntentional save selectionBeing a tailor rather than a molder (Don't have a picture for the goalie.Asking questionsBox controlDepth adaptation to threatsMental capacity development for ice hockey goaliesCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web: Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg) Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our website YouTube @HockeysArsenal Facebook @HockeysArsenal Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

  7. Apr 15

    Jack Han (Hockey Tactics 2026)

    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 discuss: Sign up for the #1 Hockey IQ Newsletter: Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com Website HockeysArsenal.com Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan) Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our website Instagram @HockeysArsenal YouTube @HockeysArsenal Facebook @HockeysArsenal

  8. Apr 8

    Common Issues & Areas to Overcome When Moving Up a Level

    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 discuss: Physical developmentMental SafetyPlaying in the future vs presentReceiving and giving heavy passesPivoting for defensemenPuck managementCheck out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web: Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg) Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our website YouTube @HockeysArsenal Facebook @HockeysArsenal Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com

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Greg Revak interviews the best hockey minds around hockey IQ, hockey sense, training, and more

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  • Creator
    Hockey's Arsenal
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    184
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Hockey's Arsenal
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    Hockey IQ Podcast