In this episode of 'The Next Next,' host Jason Jacobs delves deep into the nuances of athlete development with guest Brett Leonard, a former UVM hockey captain turned elite player development coach. Leonard discusses his journey from building a local gym and coaching Vermont youth hockey to specializing in video-driven, data-centric training methods for D1 and pro athletes. The conversation explores the importance of game situational practice over traditional drill-based training, and Leonard shares insights on how leveraging data analytics can significantly improve player development. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of sports training.
00:00 Introduction to The Next Next
00:51 Meet Brett Leonard: From UVM Captain to Elite Hockey Trainer
04:41 Brett's Early Hockey Journey and Family Influence
08:49 The Importance of Multi-Sport Play and Free Play
17:54 Transition from Player to Coach: Building Vermont Hockey Training Center
20:32 Specialized Training: From Mass Development to Elite Individual Focus
29:04 The Light Bulb Moment
29:28 Off-Puck Strategies
30:20 Analyzing Player Performance
32:17 Tracking and Customizing Player Data
35:53 Manual vs. Automated Data Tracking
38:16 Data-Driven Player Development
41:07 Challenges and Future of Player Development
51:53 Practical Training Techniques
57:47 Concluding Thoughts and Future Directions
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