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In this episode, Nick Smallridge discusses advanced coaching topics including player autonomy and common coaching errors.

On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Nick Smallridge to talk advanced coaching topics in a 3 part series. A few areas on this episode we discuss: Why coaches implements systems and concepts... when those are helpful vs harmfulPlayer Autonomy in CoachingAdaptive Coaching for Player DevelopmentCommon coaching errorsForcing learning rather than designing learningQuestioning players care or focusBreaking player's attention rather than guiding attention to relevant informatio...

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