This week Topher and Jeff talk with Jon Francisco, CEO and Founder of 4Check Hockey. His company focuses on injury and concussion prevention through its comprehensive training program.

In this episode we talk about:

— Teaching the foundation for checking from a younger age, for both boys and girls

— How your helmet isn’t enough to protect you from concussions

— Being a good teammate by using communication

— How even the best players need to earn their ice time

AND SO MUCH MORE!

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On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph asks the controversial question: Is there a place for fighting in hockey? We want to hear from you, so let us know your thoughts on our socials!

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On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about what to say and include during your pregame speeches at every age level.

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This week Topher and Jeff talk with Rob Dombrowski, the Director of Hockey Performance for Sacred Heart University. We discuss hockey performance with a focus on strength and conditioning.

In this episode we talk about:

— The benefit and importance of your on-ice and off-ice coaches being on the same page

— How being coachable is a superpower and how it can set you apart

— Using strength training not to score more goals, but to prolong your career

— Educating kids to think about their performance and what young players can do at home

AND SO MUCH MORE!

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On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to discuss the controversial topic of moving your kid at a young age in hopes to find “better hockey.” We use Team USA from the Four Nations Faceoff to talk about this topic.

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On today’s SHORT SHIFTS episode, Toph wants to talk about breakaways and how to score more goals on them.

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This week Topher and Jeff talk with Craig Ballantyne, author of the upcoming book The Dark Side of Discipline. Ballantyne turned from coach to entrepreneur and has helped thousands of people find the best version of themselves.

In this episode we talk about:

— Ballantyne’s new book The Dark Side of Discipline

— Trying to avoid chasing things that are good for others, but may not be good for you

— Creating a specific definition for your success and what you want to achieve

— Reframing the way you think and talk about yourself

AND SO MUCH MORE!

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On today’s FRIDAY FACEOFF episode, Toph wants to know if USA Hockey should be allocating the resources they currently are to the National Team Development Program. Listen as we discuss both sides of the argument.

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