The Hockey Journey Podcast

You ever hear of Hockey IQ ? Well, today’s guest is someone who’s quietly building one of the most impactful development platforms in hockey right now. Danny Heath is the founder of Project Hockey — a training system that’s changing how players actually improve. Not just on the ice, but in how they think the game. Because the reality is, most players don’t fail from lack of effort… they fail from...

Are Everyday Products Affecting Your Family’s Health? Most parents do not realize that everyday products in their homes may be affecting their kids’ health, recovery, mood, and overall wellness. In this eye-opening episode, Coach Lance Pitlick sits down with Kristi Beugen , wellness coach, former athlete, and founder of Body Trick , to discuss the hidden chemicals found in many personal care, hous...

Athlete nutrition can feel overwhelming. What should you eat? When should you eat? How do you fuel performance without getting caught up in confusing diet trends? In this episode of the Hockey Journey Podcast , Coach Lance sits down with Rasa Troup , an expert in sports nutrition who has worked with elite athletes and teams. Rasa shares practical insights on fueling the body, supporting performanc...

In the world of youth hockey, proper training and development are crucial for athletes aspiring to reach the next level. In today's episode of the Hockey Journey Podcast, Dr. Zach Rourke, the owner of Perfect World Hockey Training, shared valuable insights into how his innovative approach to hockey training is transforming the way young athletes prepare for the game.  Thanks for stopping by an...

In this episode of the Hockey Journey podcast, host Coach Lance Pitlick interviews Benoit Pont, a Swiss-born hockey performance specialist and founder of ProKeyCoach.com . They discuss the importance of understanding individual skating styles, motor preferences, and the impact of injuries on a player's career. Benoit shares insights from his experiences coaching at the Olympic level and emphasizes...

In this episode of the Hockey Journey Podcast, host Lance Pitlick welcomes Max Smith, founder of the InSports Foundation, to discuss the essence of youth hockey and the upcoming Joy of the Pond mite jamboree. The conversation dives into the nostalgic roots of hockey, emphasizing the joy and community spirit that comes from playing outdoors. Max shares the story behind the Joy of the Pond event, wh...

In this episode of the Hockey Journey Podcast , host Lance Pitlick reconnects with Logan Cuvo, the founder of Best Damn Tape, to discuss his journey as a young entrepreneur. They explore the growth of Logan's business, including a significant deal with Walmart, the challenges of balancing college and entrepreneurship, and the transition from being a hockey player to a business owner. Logan sha...

Joining me is  Sarah Clifford , the author of the children’s book  The Magic Puck  — a beautifully written, wonderfully illustrated story that blends imagination, grit, and the love of the game into a book that kids can’t put down. Sarah has taken the sport we all love and wrapped it in a narrative that inspires dreaming big, working hard, and believing in yourself — all while capturing the magic...

In this episode of the Hockey Journey podcast, John Swanson shares his inspiring journey from a young hockey enthusiast to a dedicated coach and mentor.  He discusses the challenges he faced growing up, including the loss of his father and the impact it had on his life and hockey career. John emphasizes the importance of passion, proper training, and mentorship in developing young players. He refl...

From NCAA D-I to pro hockey (NWHL/EWHL) to coaching the next generation On this episode of The Hockey Journey Podcast , I sit down with Allie LaCombe — a Minnesota native whose hockey path has taken her from NCAA Division I to the professional ranks in the NWHL and European Women’s Hockey League, and now into coaching and leadership roles that are shaping the next generation of players. Allie star...

Today’s Guest: Katie Cummings Today’s guest is someone who represents what this show is all about— commitment, grit, and the love of the game . Katie Cummings didn’t grow up in a hockey-crazed town or follow the traditional pipeline to success. She built her journey out of passion and persistence in a place where rinks were scarce, girls’ teams were barely formed, and playing opportunities meant l...

In this episode of the Hockey Journey Podcast, I’m joined once again by  Michael Fitzgerald , the founder of  Heads Up Hockey AI , to talk about the exciting launch of their newest innovation —  Heads Up Crush . Inspired by popular mobile games like Candy Crush, this new evolution brings fun, competition, and consistency into off-ice hockey training — helping players develop elite-level vision, aw...

Today, we're talking about the amazing evolution of the Dodge County Girls High School Hockey Program, and how they just made history by winning their first ever State Championship!  The guy who's been at the helm of the ship for over 500 games as head coach, Jeremy Gunderson have experienced every emotion a squad could go through.  The last 2 seasons for this group had the 2 extremes, the agony o...

I recently picked up The Pictorial History of Hockey by Joseph Romain and Dan Diamond at a thrift store for just $3.00—what a find! The moment I flipped through its pages, I knew I had to do a podcast episode on it. This isn’t a traditional book review; instead, I’m diving into the parts that grabbed my attention and the stories that resonated with me. As I started recording, an unexpected outline...

Today's episode explores the personal journeys of Behzad and Laura , owners of Toxyfree, Stillwater, Minnesota's only shop selling artisan-crafted, toxin-free health products. Rem guides a thoughtful discussion on their transformations through health, nutrition, and environmental awareness and how that relates to their products and passion for helping others live their best lives. Key Disc...

In this episode of The Hockey Journey Podcast , Rem is joined by our podcast producer, Mike Schwartz. Mike founded MusicFit Records to provide artists with the tools to build a sustainable music career. He’s also an artist-producer, multi-instrumentalist, and the Trusted Authority of Musician Wellness. Their conversation explores the profound connection between music, mindset, and athletic perform...

The Hockey Journey Podcast Episode In this episode of The Hockey Journey Podcast Rem is joined by Thomas Gobeil, a passionate hockey agent, former player, and Co-Founder of Elit3 Agence. Their conversation dives deep into Tom's journey from a young athlete in Quebec to his current role as a coach and agent, focusing on the importance of emotional intelligence and personal development in hockey. To...

Welcome to another exciting episode of The Hockey Journey Podcast! Join us as we dive into the vibrant world of hockey in South Florida with our amazing guest, Cole Kodsi, co-founder of the SoFlo 3 on 3 League. Today, Rem leads a casual conversation between his brother Rhett and Cole as they all share their experience in SoFlo, the 3v3 Hockey league that's been at the centre of the growing hockey...

Welcome to another episode of the Hockey Journey podcast, where we delve into the power of language and mindset with your host Rem Pitlick from Online Hockey Training and our guest today, Sonic StoryWork Artist and our show's Producer, Mike Schwartz. Listen in as Mike and Rem explore the profound impact of words on our lives, drawing inspiration from the book "The Four Agreements" an...

This is the story of My first NHL Game.  While I was the one who played the game, there was someone else from the beginning, by my side that was equally deserving of recognition that day, and that was my girl friend back in college and now wife of over 30 years.  Let me tell you our story.  Thanks for stopping by and have a Productive Day :) To Learn more about Coach Lance -  Online Hockey Trainin...

My son Rem will be taking point on this episode, sitting down with a good friend of ours, who has a brilliant hockey mind, Benoit Pont. Let me read a little info about Mr. Pont from his website ProKeyCoach - -  Benoit Pont, founder of Prokeycoach, is a pioneer in sports individualization, incorporating motor preferences and Action Types motor tests into his approach.  With a background as a profes...

I really enjoyed the process of making this episode.  I read most days and discuss what I learnwith the players I train here at my facility in Minnesota.  I'll also ask them at some point if they read outside of their school requirements.  Most answer like I would when I was their age; "No Way!"But every once in a while I'll get someone that gives a different answer that is uncommon.  Meet Henry L...

If there's one guarantee from my experiences being a hockey player, there's going to be a few times during your career where you had an injury or got dinged up.  After a while, and going through the normal therapy & healing protocols, things don't improve as planned, resulting in you not being able to get back on the ice.  What do you do then?  I'll tell you, you search everywh...

Conversation with Michael O'Neill Today's Conversation with Michael O'Neill Today’s conversation is with someone I'm grateful is in my life and respect immensely, Michael O'Neill. Mr. O'Neill has worn many hats over the years: a club hockey player during his college days, a dedicated youth hockey coach, and a respected attorney who once helped me through a significant business legal matter. Today,...

In Part Two of Robb Stauber's Hockey Journey We wrap up his college career with the Minnesota Gophers and transition into life as a professional goalie. Like most players, there are some great years and some very challenging seasons. From there, we'll weave in and out of his life as a hockey coach, where it seemed every team he was associated with won, including a gold medal as the head coach of t...