In episode #251 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we're joined by the USHL’s Vice-President of Hockey Operations, Ian Gentile.
In his role, Gentile has his hands in a numbers of areas that influence player development. His job description includes the USHL's central registry and drafts, player safety and supplemental discipline. The league's recent success has resulted in it becoming a major source of NHL talent. In fact, last season saw 51 players with USHL ties selected in the NHL, marking the 6th consecutive draft that over 50 players had been chosen.
Previous to his role with the USHL, Gentile spent 13 years with the Chicago Blackhawks that saw him hold the role of Senior Manager of Player Development and win three Stanley Cup Championships.
Listen as he shares the importance of putting an emphasis on the mental wellness of players, why parents should be encouraging their kids to play multiple sports, and why the USHL has become a major source of NHL talent.
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HC Košice Head Coach Dan Ceman: Championships without cheating, using good body language and creating supportive environments
Quinnipiac University Head Coach Rand Pecknold: Never using bag skates, attacking adversity and making every practice count
CEP Mindset Founder Dr. Cassidy Preston: The "Screw It" mindset, avoiding the word confidence and not being judgmental
Kitchener Rangers Head Coach Jussi Ahokas: Success through enjoyment, positionless hockey and the Finnish concept of "Sisu"
Vegas Golden Knights Head Coach Bruce Cassidy: Lessons in leadership, relying on team defence and being ready for your next job
Vegas Golden Knights Director of Youth Hockey Programs Sheri Hudspeth: Strong coaches for youth players, educating hockey parents and empowering women coaches
Frölunda HC Head Coach Roger Rönnberg: No excuses allowed, breaking down systems into habits and every player will be successful
Minnetonka High School Head Coach Sean Goldsworthy: Multiple Puck practice tactic, why culture is non-negotiable and preparing for the big stage
Detroit Red Wings Development Coach Dwayne Blais: Encouraging independence in young players, keys to playing fast and skill development through touches
Calgary Hitmen Head Coach Steve Hamilton: W.I.N. philosophy, serving information in spoonfuls and creating a player-coach partnership
PWHL Boston Head Coach Courtney Kessel: Next step in growing women's hockey, preparing an expansion franchise and the power of empathetic honesty
IIHF Development Director Kalle Väliaho: Growing the game worldwide, building positive learning environments and the success of Finnish hockey
Chicago Wolves Assistant Coach Dave Barr: Improving a player's scanning, why elite players need feedback too and coaching Connor Bedard
Vancouver Giants Head Coach Manny Viveiros: Overcoming cancer, lessons for Herb Brooks and implementing pace into practice
Minnesota State Head Coach Luke Strand: Why simple is best, getting players out of their comfort zone and handling player mistakes
Edmonton Oilers Head Coach Jay Woodcroft: Repurposing disappointment, walking the talk and friendship with Erik Spoelstra
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