Hockey Headspace

By: Kevin Willis PhD. (DrDub)
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  • Summary

  • Welcome to Hockey Headspace, the podcast where we explore the mental side of hockey and help players, coaches, and parents unlock their full potential. It is hosted by Kevin Willis, aka DrDub, a seasoned expert in sports psychology and Mental Game Training and a frequent guest on Hockey Prospect Radio on NHL Network (SiriusXM).

    Hockey Headspace gives you the tools and strategies to build mental toughness, sharpen your focus, and perform at your best—on and off the ice.

    Each week, we tackle topics like how to stay confident under pressure, strategies for overcoming adversity and bouncing back from losses, the power of mental resilience and why it's a game-changer for coaches and scouts, managing fear of failure, stress and expectations, developing the mindset of a complete player.

    Whether you’re an aspiring athlete aiming for the next level, a coach looking to lead your team better, or a parent committed to supporting your player, Hockey Headspace is your go-to resource for mastering the mental game.

    Subscribe now and start building the mental edge that separates the good from the great. Let’s elevate your game—one episode at a time.
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Episodes
  • The Stare

    The Stare
    Nov 12 2024

    In this episode of Hockey Headspace, we dive into a powerful and universal moment in sports – “the stare.” It’s the look of disbelief and reflection that takes over athletes’ faces in those moments of unexpected loss.

    Join us as we discuss how “the stare” is often the catalyst for something greater – a moment that fuels resilience, sparks growth, and builds the mental toughness that can turn disappointment into redemption. With insights from the Amazon Prime Video Game Seven series, we examine how that thin line between victory and defeat is what defines champions. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or fan, this episode will remind you that even in the face of loss, there’s an opportunity to redefine yourself and come back stronger.

    Tune in to learn how to harness “the stare” and make it the beginning of something truly extraordinary.
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    12 mins
  • Ten Ways Players Get Rattled

    Ten Ways Players Get Rattled
    Nov 1 2024

    In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into tackling one of the most challenging aspects every player faces—keeping composure under pressure. Dr. Dub explores how common attitudes and mindsets can throw even the best players off their game and shares actionable strategies to help you stay mentally tough in pressure situations.
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    21 mins
  • WhyCompete-Level so Important

    WhyCompete-Level so Important
    Oct 15 2024

    In this episode of Hockey Headspace, we tackle a quality that’s becoming the ultimate differentiator in hockey: compete level. Coaches, scouts, and analysts everywhere are fixated on a player’s drive to compete, and today we’re diving into why this might just be the most critical part of your game.

    Join Dr. Kevin Willis as he breaks down the four major reasons why compete level is a must-have trait: how it bridges skill gaps, becomes a primary focus in scouting, earns you respect, and, maybe most importantly, carries over into everyday life.

    If you’re a player looking to step up, a coach wanting to push your team further, or a parent hoping to understand what really matters on the ice, this episode is for you. Tune in to discover why compete level isn’t just a part of the game—it’s everything.

    So lace up, dig deep, and get ready to understand the heart of hockey. Don’t miss out on this deep dive into what it takes to truly stand out!
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    6 mins

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