The High Performance Hockey Podcast

In This Episode, You Will Learn: All things speed in the world of high performance sports. How to increase speed and improve the quality of speed in your athletes. On and off ice speed training development programs and drills.   Resources + Links:   ALTIS Need for Speed Course https://altis.world/product/altis-need-for-speed/   Check out Maximum Velocity Sprinting For Hockey Players by Vicki Bendu...

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Technology & tests a sports technologist recommends for measuring high performance hockey on and off the ice. The most important pieces to have, for budgets high to low. What problems technology works to solve and the challenges they face.   Resources + Links:   Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow Anthony on Twitter | Anthony Donskov, PhD Subscribe...

In This Episode, You Will Learn: What it was like growing up in a prominent hockey family, the Hunters. The lessons & intangibles from past mentors, family members, and previous experiences. How the women's game has changed then to now, and where it is going. Advice on how to cultivate culture, communicate, and cooperate with a team.   Resources + Links:   Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydon...

In This Episode, You Will Learn: How the game has changed since the 70s to today. How to cultivate higher performance through environment and culture as a coach. The culture of coaching in Europe versus coaching in North America. Examining the long-term athletic development model in Europe and North America, and how we can improve it. Advice for aspiring coaches, hockey parents, and young athletes...

In This Episode, You Will Learn: The position of the goaltender and its unique characteristics in relation to other positions. Training and preparation techniques for goaltenders. The demands and injuries goaltenders regularly face. Advice for young and aspiring goaltenders.   Resources + Links: Learn more on Maria's website https://www.goalietrainingpro.com   Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthon...

In This Episode, You Will Learn: A behind the scenes look into the daily life and duties of a goaltending coach. The qualities and skills that make up a goaltender. What has changed in the game since the 90's and early 2000's. How to build trust and culture within your team as a coach. Resources + Links:   Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow Anthony on Twitter | Anthony Donskov, P...

In This Episode, You Will Learn: The impact and influence of mentors such as Arthur Boyle and Jack Parker. Why forming relationships and developing people skills as a coach is important. The key to coaching strong, committed athletes.   Resources + Links:   Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow Anthony on Twitter | Anthony Donskov, PhD Subscribe to our YouTube Channel | The HPH Podc...

In This Episode, You Will Learn: The qualities that make up a great coach, leader, and role model. What it was like playing with Wayne Gretzky and Mark Messier. What coaches need to be aware of, and the difficulties they can face. The key to creating a healthy, balanced team culture. Advice for young hockey players and aspiring coaches.   Resources + Links:   Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthony...

In This Episode, You Will Learn: How to build culture around self-sufficiency, accountability, and education. The physiology and importance of fascial health and performance. The three step approach to training fascia. What goes into effective strength & conditioning training models.   Resources + Links: https://coachtube.com/course/health-fitness/understanding-fascia-and-its-role-in-performance/1...

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Advice for young hockey players, parents, and young coaches. The qualities that elevate coaches and players beyond. What the translation from player to coach looks like.   Resources + Links:   Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow Anthony on Twitter | Anthony Donskov, PhD Subscribe to our YouTube Channel | The HPH Podcast with Anthony Donskov   Follo...

In This Episode, You Will Learn: How to see the game from a scouting perspective. The critical skills and qualities a scout looks for in a player. Advice for young, aspiring scouts. What human components can and cannot be measured.   Resources + Links:   Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow Anthony on Twitter | Anthony Donskov, PhD Subscribe to our YouTube Channel | The HPH Podcast...

In This Episode, You Will Learn: A behind the scenes look into the life of a high performance coach. Advice for aspiring coaches, young athletes, and youth hockey parents. What key qualities a sports science staff needs to have. How to find joy in life and in the game.   Resources + Links:   Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow Anthony on Twitter | Anthony Donskov, PhD Subscribe to...

In This Episode, You Will Learn: The pillars behind the Pioneer health and performance model. The qualities, objectives, and evaluations coaching staffing should have. The advantages of using and mastering technology. How to monitor and utilize data for maximum output.   Resources + Links:   Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow Anthony on Twitter | Anthony Donskov, PhD Subscribe to...

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Tools you need to build, develop, and coach elite teams. The purpose and intent of combines. Fundamentals behind coaching philosophy.   Resources + Links:   Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow Anthony on Twitter | Anthony Donskov, PhD Subscribe to our YouTube Channel | The HPH Podcast with Anthony Donskov   Follow HPH Podcast on Instagram | @hph_po...

In This Episode, You Will Learn: Joel's experience transitioning from working at the University level, to the Edmonton Oilers. The process and testing that went into his published articles. Joel's advice for putting On Ice Testing into practice with a team. Benefits of stair conditioning for hockey players.   Resources + Links:   Resources from today's guest, Joel Jackson: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih...

In This Episode, You Will Learn: What led Coach Dan Pfaff to become a High Performance Coach. Tips from Coach Pfaff's vast experience over multiple sports. How to communicate with a large team supporting your athlete(s). How Coach Pfaff would approach creating a program for Hockey Players.   Resources + Links:   Follow Anthony on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Follow Anthony on Twitter | Anthony Dons...

In This Episode, You Will Learn: What science is, and what it isn't. (Thoughts and emotions aside.) How we can lead as critical thinkers, and whether that is a skill that can be taught. Whether biases have a benefit. Our esteemed guests approach sports science and decision making.   Resources + Links:   Check out this podcast episode, that inspired today's conversation: Resilient Performance Podca...

Welcome to The High Performance Hockey Podcast! Hosted by former player, performance coach, author and speaker Anthony Donskov, the HPH podcast is a bi-weekly show that explores the science, practice and pedagogy of high performers in the sport of ice hockey.    Follow us on Instagram | @anthonydonskov Learn more on our website https://www.donskovsc.com/