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 and enjoy the conversation!To learn more about

Dr. Rourk - https://perfectworldhockey.com/main-page/zack@perfectworldhockey.com

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Coach Lance Pitlick - To Learn More - Visit

Online Hockey Training

Largest Online Data-Base Off-Ice Stickhandling, Passing and Shooting Drills

https://www.onlinehockeytraining.com/

In-person lessons with Coach Lance

https://www.sweethockeycoach.com/

Check Out the Heads Up Hockey App

https://headsuphockey.ai/

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 the need for individualized coaching approaches to enhance player performance. The conversation also touches on the significance of team dynamics and the future of hockey training, focusing on personalized methods to help players reach their full potential.

Benoit Pont - To Learn More - Visit

Website: prokeycoach.com

NEW BOOK - The Keys to Your Skating Type - Amazon

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Coach Lance Pitlick - To Learn More - Visit

Online Hockey Training: Largest Online Data-Base Off-Ice Stickhandling, Passing and Shooting Drills
https://www.onlinehockeytraining.com/

In-person lessons with Coach Lance:
https://www.sweethockeycoach.com/

Check Out the Heads Up Hockey App

https://headsuphockey.ai/

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, which aims to bring kids back to the pure enjoyment of the game, free from the pressures of competition and rankings.

He highlights the importance of fostering a love for hockey among youth, especially in a culture that often prioritizes winning over fun.

So sit back and enjoy this conversation with the InSports Foundation founder and the guy behind Joy of the Pond, Max Smith!!

To Learn More + Donate

• Joy of the Pond Mite Jamboree: https://insportsfoundation.org/joy-of-the-pond-mite-jamboree/
• Donate: If anyone wants to support InSports they can donate here: https://insportsfoundation.org/donate/

Instagram Accounts

• Mr. InSports (personal Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/mr.insports/
• InSports Foundation: https://www.instagram.com/insportsfnd/
• Athletes In Sports Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/athletesinsports/

To Learn more about Coach Lance Pitlick, visit

• Online Hockey Training (Largest Online Data-Base Off-Ice Stickhandling, Passing and Shooting Drills): https://www.onlinehockeytraining.com/
• In-person lessons with Coach Lance: https://www.sweethockeycoach.com/
• Check Out the Heads Up Hockey App: https://headsuphockey.ai/

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 shares insights on the importance of human connection in branding, the role of AI in business, and his new podcast, The Locker Room Life, which aims to highlight the stories of young hockey players and entrepreneurs.

Get inspired and enjoy this episode!

To learn more about Logan Cuvo:
https://bestdamtape.com/
https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/566349/logan-cuvo
logan@bestdamtape.com
Podcast: The Locker Room Life (Spotify)

For more information regarding Coach Lance Pitlick:

Online Hockey Training
Largest Online Data-Base Off-Ice Stickhandling, Passing and Shooting Drills
https://www.onlinehockeytraining.com/

In-person lessons with Coach Lance:
https://www.sweethockeycoach.com/

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 that hockey brings to so many of our lives.

She’s here today to share the journey behind the book, her writing process, what she hopes young readers learn from the story, and how hockey has shaped her life in unexpected ways. Whether you're a parent of a young player, a coach, a storyteller, or someone who believes in the power of sport to build character — you’re going to love this one!

To learn more about Sarah and to pick up a copy of The Magic Puck, visit the below :)

https://www.themagicpuck.com/

Amazon Link - https://www.amazon.com/Magic-Puck-Sarah-Clifford/dp/0578317656

TikTok - @therinkrats

Instagram/Facebook - @themagicpuck

To Learn more about Coach Lance Pitlick, visit -

Online Hockey Training

Largest Online Data-Base Off-Ice Stickhandling, Passing and Shooting Drills

https://www.onlinehockeytraining.com/

In-person lessons with Coach Lance

https://www.sweethockeycoach.com/

Check Out the Heads Up Hockey Apphttps://headsuphockey.ai/

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 reflects on his own experiences in college and professional hockey, the lessons learned, and how he now focuses on guiding the next generation of players, including his daughter, who aspires to play at the Olympic level.To Learn More About John Swanson visit the below :)X7 Hockey Website - https://x7hockey.com/Instagram - @X7HockeyYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SwansonX7Hockey

To Learn more about Coach Lance -

Online Hockey Training

Largest Online Data-Base Off-Ice Stickhandling, Passing and Shooting Drills

https://www.onlinehockeytraining.com/

In-person lessons with Coach Lance

https://www.sweethockeycoach.com/

Instagram - @onlinehockeytraining

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@OnlineHockeyTraining

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 starred at Syracuse University, where she led the nation in faceoff percentage her senior year, before playing professionally with the Connecticut Whale, the Vienna Sabres in Austria (winning an EWHL title), and Almaty Aisulu in Kazakhstan. But her story didn’t stop when her playing career wrapped. With more than a decade of coaching experience, she has worked at every level of the game — from guest coaching at NHL development camps with the Vancouver Canucks and Carolina Hurricanes to training NHL, AHL, USPHL, and NCAA athletes in elite skill development.

Currently serving as Assistant Hockey Director and Head Coach with the Nashville Warriors, as well as guiding teams with the Jr. Predators, Allie continues to share her knowledge, passion, and teaching ability with young athletes, helping them chase their hockey dreams.

This conversation covers her journey as a player and coach, the lessons she’s learned along the way, and what she’s doing to grow the game and inspire the next wave of talent. Whether you’re a player, coach, or hockey parent, you’ll come away motivated by Allie’s story and perspective on the sport we all love.

Enjoy the ride, friends — this is the hockey journey of Allie LaCombe!

Connect with Allie LaCombe

• Instagram: coach_allielacombe
• Nashville Warriors – Gary Force Acura Ice Arena: garyforceacuraicearena.com
• Email: allie@nashvillewarriors.com

Learn More about Coach Lance Pitlick

• Online Hockey Training — Largest Online Data-Base Off-Ice Stickhandling, Passing and Shooting Drills: onlinehockeytraining.com
• In-person lessons with Coach Lance: sweethockeycoach.com
• Heads Up Hockey App: headsuphockey.ai

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 lacing up for three different teams in a single season.

From practicing on a mini-rink in Nashville to eventually becoming a national champion with the Jr. Preds U19 girls program, Katie’s story is a powerful reminder that you don’t need perfect circumstances to chase big dreams. You just need drive, creativity, and the willingness to go all in.

This is a story about breaking barriers, holding the line when it would've been easier just to quit, and leaving a legacy for the next wave of girls who want to play this great game.

Let’s dive into the inspiring hockey journey of Katie Cummings!! Connect with Katie 🙂

• Instagram: @k_cummings27
• TikTok: @k_cummings27

To Donate to Michigan Women's Hockey:
https://giving.umich.edu/basket/fund/312094

To Learn More About Coach Lance Pitlick:

• Online Hockey Training: Largest Online Database of Off-Ice Stickhandling, Passing, and Shooting Drills
  https://www.onlinehockeytraining.com/
• In-Person Lessons with Coach Lance:
  https://www.sweethockeycoach.com/
• Check Out the Heads Up Hockey App:
  https://headsuphockey.ai/