Anthony Donskov, PhD

The High Performance Hockey Podcast

Sports EN ↓ 93 episodes

Hosted by former player, performance coach, author and speaker Anthony Donskov, the HPH podcast is a bi-monthly show that explores the science, practice and pedagogy of high performers in the sport of ice hockey.

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Anthony Donskov, PhD

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Latest episode

Jun 30, 2025

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Episodes

Bad Data with Peter Schryvers 17.07.2023

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Uncovering bad data as it relates to sports science. The in's and out's of the logic model. How to simplify complex systems. Measurement fallacies and biases you should be aware of.   Resources + Links: Connect with Peter on Twitter | @PeterSchryvers   Get your copy of Bad Data on Amazon | https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Data-Measure-Things-Metrics/dp/1633885909   Check...

Applied vs. Non-Applied Sports Scientist with Patrick Ward 03.07.2023

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Applied versus non-applied sports science studies. Models and measurements through the noise. Research and development processes for team sports.   Resources + Links: Connect with Patrick on Twitter | @osppatrick Follow the TidyX Screencast on Twitter | @tidy_explained Check out the Optimum Sports Performance Blog | http://optimumsportsperformance.com/blog/   Can I...

Clinimetrics, Replication and Sports Science with Franco Impellizzeri 19.06.2023

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Clinimetrics: What is it and why it matters in sports science. Measuring frameworks for validity and reliability. Critical thinking skills and how to apply them. The difference between replication and reproduction.   Resources + Links:   An Introduction to the Philosophy of Science by Kent W. Staley   Check out Anthony's Masterclass -  The High Performance Hockey M...

Performance: A Lifetime Pursuit with Joe Kenn 05.06.2023

In This Episode, You Will Learn:   Why communication is the difference between success and failure. Where does programming connect with teaching? What Is The Tier System?   Resources + Links:   Check out Anthony's Masterclass -  The High Performance Hockey Masterclass   Connect with Joe Kenn on Instagram | @BigHousePower   Neck Course: Reinforcement - Strength Training For Neck & Head Support   Jo...

NeuroFunctional Sports Performance with Dr. Mike Prebeg 22.05.2023

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Treatments Dr. Mike Prebeg has adopted as high performance sports has evolved. Dr. Mike Prebeg's roles and responsibilities as a consulting chiropractor for the NHL and the New York Yankees baseball team.   Resources + Links:   Connect with Dr. Mike Prebeg on Instagram @mikeprebeg https://www.skillsinhand.com/dr-prebeg   Check out Anthony's Masterclass -  The High...

State of the Union: The Present State of the Strength and Conditioning Profession with Keir Wenham-Flatt 08.05.2023

In This Episode, You Will Learn: How we can evaluate what makes a great strength and performance coach. Who should be able to determine who's qualified to be a coach? Does the field of Strength & Conditioning cause more injuries than it prevents?   Resources + Links:   Connect with Keir Wenham-Flatt on Instagram | @call.me.kier   Learn more from the Strength Coach Network: https://strengthcoachnet...

People. Principles. Process. Provisions with Matt Price 24.04.2023

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Matt's experience in his first year with the LA Kings. The 4 P's you need in your department.   Resources + Links:   Connect with Matt Instagram @mprice_sportssci   Check out Anthony's Masterclass -  The High Performance Hockey Masterclass   Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow Anthony on Twitter | Anthony Donskov, PhD Subscribe to our YouTube Chann...

RTP: The Role of the Performance Staff in High Performance Hockey with Chad Drummond 10.04.2023

In This Episode, You Will Learn: How Chad's position as an assistant strength and conditioning coach prepared him to be head strength and conditioning coach of the Edmonton Oilers.  Chad's thoughts on return to play, what to consider with on ice testing, and how to communicate impactful information to key decision makers!   Resources + Links:   Check out Anthony's Masterclass -  The High Performan...

European Development, LTAD, and Resistance Sled Sprint Training for High Performance Hockey with Lassi Laakso 27.03.2023

In This Episode, You Will Learn:   How to Program For Sled Sprint Training Training In A Club Model with All Different Ages and Skill Levels What are the strengths and weaknesses of a club model?   Resources + Links:   Read Lassi Laakso's article on Resisted Sled Sprint Training: https://www.lassilaakso.com/post/resisted-sled-sprint-training-a-practical-guide-to-improve-short-sprint-performance  ...

The Evolution of the High Performance Model Devan McConnell 13.03.2023

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Building and assessing a high performance model and staff. The return to play versus return to train processes from a performance standpoint. What external load monitoring and Athlete Management Systems provide.   Resources + Links:   The Neo-Generalist by Kenneth Mikkelsen and Richard Martin   Range by David Epstein   The Tyranny of Metrics by Jerry Muller   Risk...

Athlete Profiling with Eric Renaghan 27.02.2023

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Lessons from working in the NHL. Where Eric thinks the future of technology will evolve in the NHL. What Eric is currently doing working with the Italian Ice Hockey Federation.   Resources + Links:   Check out Anthony's Masterclass -  The High Performance Hockey Masterclass   Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow Anthony on Twitter | Anthony Donskov,...

The High Performance Mindset with Dr. Dana Sinclair 13.02.2023

In This Episode, You Will Learn: The high performance model from a psychological perspective. What "the zone" means, how to get your athletes back in it, and what derails them. Coaching mental toughness: what to do and what to avoid. Advice for parents of young athletes for better mental health.   Resources + Links:   Check out Anthony's Masterclass -  The High Performance Hockey Masterclass   Fol...

Conscious Coaching for High Performers with Brett Bartholomew 30.01.2023

In This Episode, You Will Learn: How to be a better, more effective communicator, leader, and coach. The use and value of roleplay & improv for situational awareness. How Art Of Coaching courses help professionals sharpen communication and leadership skills. What the messy reality of leadership and power dynamics looks like.   Resources + Links: Check out Art Of Coaching for podcasts, coaching, an...

RTP: The Role of the Medical Staff in High Performance Hockey with Jon Geller 16.01.2023

In This Episode, You Will Learn: The role and goals of the medical performance staff in the NHL. Return to play decision making within the medical and skill development team. The evolution of equipment in return to play and injury mitigation.   Resources + Links:   Check out Anthony's Masterclass -  The High Performance Hockey Masterclass   Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow Anth...

Hips and Hockey in High Performance with John Snyder and Matt Kelly 02.01.2023

In This Episode, You Will Learn: The hockey player's hip, specifically adductors and abductors. Biomechanics of the hockey stride. Return to play from acute injury to back on ice.   Resources + Links: Learn more at https://johnsnyderdpt.com/   Check out Anthony's Masterclass -  The High Performance Hockey Masterclass   Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow Anthony on Twitter | Antho...

Management vs Development in High Performance Hockey with Mike Potenza 19.12.2022

In This Episode, You Will Learn: The contrast in development versus management for the in season and off season. Communicating and utilizing data and biometrics, including how to approach outliers. What anchor points a seasoned strength and conditioning coordinator uses to measure progress.   Resources + Links:   Check out Anthony's Masterclass -  The High Performance Hockey Masterclass   Follow A...

Performance: A Lifetime Pursuit with Buddy Morris 05.12.2022

In This Episode, You Will Learn: What makes an effective, skilled coach for effective, skilled players. The importance of learning and evolution for coaches. Preparation for athletes in elite level sports outside of ice hockey. Technical, tactical mastery in strength and conditioning.   Resources + Links:   Check out Anthony's Masterclass -  The High Performance Hockey Masterclass   Follow Anthony...

Load Monitoring for Ice Hockey with Kevin Neeld 21.11.2022

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Internal and external workload monitoring and application for ice hockey. The value and cost of distance based measurements. How to measure and find the sweet spot for team performance.   Resources + Links: Twitter: @kevinneeld Website: https://www.kevinneeld.com/ & https://optimizingadaptation.com/ Email: kn@kevinneeld.com   Differences in External Workload Demand...

Reflection: 21 years of High Performance in the NHL with Pete Friesen 07.11.2022

In This Episode, You Will Learn: The keys to sustainability in career and culture. What makes a good coach and how to evolve as a practitioner. Advice to young strength coaches and performance directors coming up. The secret ingredient to a winning team.   Resources + Links: The Physics of Hockey by Alain Hache   Check out Anthony's Masterclass -  The High Performance Hockey Masterclass   Follow A...

The Game: Life, Lessons and Legacy with Matt Nichol 24.10.2022

In This Episode, You Will Learn: The responsibilities and lessons during the early days as Toronto Maple Leaf strength & conditioning coach. Global training systems in the high performance world. What it's like working in the private sector.   Resources + Links:   Check out Anthony's Masterclass -  The High Performance Hockey Masterclass   Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow Antho...

Impact, Communication, and Culture in High Performance Hockey with Dan Noble 10.10.2022

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Differences between training prep school athletes versus professional athletes. How to create an environment for your players to find their unique value. Measurements and management for the developmental athlete.   Resources + Links:   Check out Anthony's Masterclass -  The High Performance Hockey Masterclass   Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow A...

Coaching Abroad, the NHL Combine, and External Workload in High Performance Hockey with Steve Nightingale 26.09.2022

In This Episode, You Will Learn: How to adapt to coaching overseas in a foreign environment. Strength and conditioning research in combines and fitness tests for ice hockey. What external workloads are, and their application in the world of high performance athletics.   Resources + Links: The Culture Map by Erin Meyer   Check out Anthony's Masterclass -  The High Performance Hockey Masterclass   F...

Karl Popper, Defining Speed and the Altis Experience with Stu McMillan 12.09.2022

In This Episode, You Will Learn: The influence of philosopher-scientist, Karl Popper, on critical thinking and coaching. Speed training and skating ability for team sports for on and off the ice. The difference between speed and game speed. Technical coaching in team sports: why we need it and its overall impact.   Resources + Links: Learn more at https://altis.world/   Conjectures and Refutations...

Coaches Corner: Behind the Bench with Pete DeBoer 29.08.2022

In This Episode, You Will Learn: The transition and shift in game perspective going from player to coach. Coaching millennials and building team culture. Establishing communication between coaches, staff, and athletes. Creating positive growth and culture between performance staff and coaching staff.   Resources + Links:   Check out Anthony's Masterclass -  The High Performance Hockey Masterclass...

Thinking like a Scientist, Mentorship, and Return to Play with Dr. Matt Jordan 15.08.2022

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Application of methods from a coaching and lab research perspective. Developing critical thinking skills and thinking like a scientist. What statistical tools a practitioner needs in their toolbox. Research in return to play from ACL and lower body injuries.   Resources + Links: Check out Matt Jordon's courses - https://www.jordanstrength.com/jscep-courses/   Paper...

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