Episode 78: “We Don't Want Good Kids. We Want Great Kids.” (w/ Princeton's Shane Talarico)
About this episode
Scott and Jamie discuss coaching and recruiting in college hockey with Shane Talarico, emphasizing the importance of culture and character over talent.
Why culture wins long before talent does. Scott and Jamie sit down with Princeton Assistant Coach Shane Talarico , recorded on location at Princeton University's summer hockey camp, for a behind-the-scenes look at college coaching, recruiting, and what separates good teams from great ones. Shane shares his unlikely coaching journey from Division III to Princeton , why there isn't one path to success, and how great coaches - and great players - are built through relationships, culture, and continuous learning. He also explains what Princeton really looks for in recruits, why character carries as much weight as talent, and how the hockey world stays connected behind the scenes. In this episode: Shane's path from Division III to Princeton Why great teammates become great players What Princeton looks for beyond talent How the transfer portal and CHL changes are reshaping college hockey Whether your child dreams of college hockey or you're simply trying to understand what coaches actually value, this episode is full of insight from one of the game's rising young coaches. Mo's Smile: https://mosmilefoundation.org/ CHD/MSK Donation Page: http://mskcc.convio.net/goto/chdmsc2026 Princeton…
People in this episode
Hosts: Scott, Jamie
Guest: Shane Talarico
Topics covered
- college hockey
- coaching
- recruiting
- team culture
- player development
- character vs talent
Keywords
- college hockey
- coaching
- recruiting
- team culture
- player development
- Princeton
- hockey
- character
- talent
- transfer portal
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Princeton University, CHD Media, Mo's Smile, MSKCC, Princeton University Men's Ice Hockey, Princeton University Women's Ice Hockey, Princeton Sports Camps, Pacific Rink
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