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Dump N Dish: Parent's Guide To Youth Hockey - Ep. 24: What to Look for in a Skills Coach
🐶 New puppy, Michigan rocks, and hockey talk—welcome to Dump N Dish Episode 24! Coach Alex and Coach Zane kick things off by sharing Zane's trip to Michigan and his family’s newest addition: a Newfoundland–Bernese Mountain Dog mix that’s bound to be huge. From fishing (without much catching), to Michigan’s 25-pound rock law, to road trip chaos with kids, it was quite the weekend.Then we dive into today’s main topic: what to look for in a great hockey skills coach. From breaking down complex skills into age-appropriate steps, to demonstrating and physically guiding younger players, to using video to pick training focuses—this episode covers it all.We wrap things up with some Blues preseason chatter and updates from St. Louis Hockey Training.
19 Sept 2025
Dump N Dish: Parent's Guide To Youth Hockey - Ep. 23: Tips for Assistant Coaches
Welcome back to Dump N Dish! Episode 23 is all about how to be a great assistant coach. Coach Alex and Coach Zane break down the role of an assistant coach—what makes a good one, how they complement the head coach, and the behind-the-scenes work that makes practices and games run smoothly. From managing lines to reinforcing key teaching points, this episode gives practical advice for coaches at every level.📌 Episode Highlights:The “yin and yang” role of assistant & head coachHow assistants can help run effective practicesSupporting players in games (beyond just opening doors!)Communication tips for new coachesStories from the Green Tree Festival & golf weekend 🌳⛳🐶 Plus: Coach Zane is getting a new puppy—half Bernese Mountain Dog, half Newfoundland!
12 Sept 2025
Dump N Dish: Parent's Guide To Youth Hockey - Ep. 22: Tips for New Hockey Coaches
🎙️ Welcome to Dump n Dish Episode 22 with Coach Switz & Coach Zane! In this episode:
- Recap of the Lady Cyclones’ first annual golf tournament ⛳- Updates on Sunday Night Camps 🏒- Tips for new hockey coaches: how to create effective practice plans and season plans- Advice on developing players of all skill levels and running station-based practices- Game of the Week- Birthday shoutout to Alyssa! 🎉
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