Warrior Confidence Hockey - Coach Rich Grogan

Author: Coach Rich Grogan

Warrior Confidence Hockey: Locker-Room Secrets to Earning More Ice Time with Coach Rich Grogan. Parentsdo you want your athlete to get more playing time, build trust with their coaches, and step into leadership roles? The truth is, most players dont fail because of lack of skillthey fail because of lack of confidence, discipline, and mental toughness. Thats where Warrior Confidence comes in. Im Coach Rich Groganaward-winning author, master martial arts instructor, lifelong hockey player, and mental strength coach. For 40 years, Ive helped athletes unlock their full potential on and off the ice. My Mission: To be the mentor I always neededhelping the hockey community develop the next generation of confident, disciplined, and accountable leaders who earn trust, lead with integrity, and make a lasting impact. In Each Episode, Youll Get: Locker-room tested strategies I share with teams across the country Tools to help players earn ice time, build confidence, and gain leadership roles Right Hooks of Reality to develop grit, discipline & work ethic Real-talk guidance for parents to support athleteswithout excuses or drama Language coaches can use to cut confusion and build unified, winning cultures Author of How to Get More Ice Time: A Champions Playbook www.getmoreicetime.com Programs & Masterclass www.warriorconfidence.com Follow: @RealRichGrogan everywhere Most players dont fail because of lack of skill. They fail because of lack of confidence, discipline, work ethic & accountability. Subscribe now and get the inside scoop on what it really takes to earn more ice time, gain a coachs trust, and win on and off the ice.
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Ep. #402 Locker-Room Secrets to Earning More Ice Time
Episode 402
Monday, 29 September, 2025

If You Want More Ice Time, Lead Yourself First: Self-Leadership Builds Trust - Locker-Room Secrets to Earning More Ice Time In this episode Rich Grogan emphasizes the importance of self-leadership for young athletes, particularly in relation to earning ice time in sports. He discusses how athletes should reflect on their performance rather than blame others, and how coaches reward those who demonstrate trustworthiness and a strong work ethic. Grogan also highlights the significance of character building through adversity and outlines four key pillars for success: attitude of excellence, mindset of a champion, work ethic of an underdog, and heart of a warrior. He stresses the need for respectful communication between athletes and coaches, encouraging parents to support their children in a constructive manner. Takeaways - Your kids need self-leadership, not just on-ice lessons. - Earning ice time is crucial for athlete development. - Coaches reward trustworthiness and hard work. - Character is built through overcoming adversity. - The right attitude can lead to more opportunities. - Respectful communication with coaches is essential. - Athletes must reflect on their own performance. - Success requires a mindset of resilience and grit. - Parents should support their athletes constructively. - Earning ice time is a reflection of overall character. Chapters 00:00 The Importance of Self-Leadership in Sports 01:31 Earning Ice Time: The Coach's Perspective 06:36 Building Character Through Adversity 13:28 The Path to Leadership and Trust 18:06 Communication and Respect with Coaches Special Offers: 🏒 Purchase "How To Get More Ice Time" Masterclass - NOW ONLY $9👉https://warriorconfidence.com/get-started/ 🏒 Purchase Best Selling Book “How to Get More Ice Time” www.GetMoreIceTime.com 🔥 Welcome to the Warrior Confidence Hockey Podcast with Coach Rich Grogan, where we are "Unleashing Champions On & Off the Ice" 🏒💪 💡The Champion's Playbook for Parents & Coaches - to help their athletes EARN More Ice Time & Leadership Roles, by standing out with Confidence, Discipline, Respect & Work Ethic! 🎙️ Hosted by Coach Rich Grogan, Founder of Warrior Confidence Hockey—Master Martial Artist, 2X Best-Selling, Award-winning Author, Mentor, Speaker, and Leadership Expert. With over 40 years in martial arts and 50 years in hockey, Rich empowers players, parents, and coaches to build confidence, respect, and leadership skills to thrive both on and off the ice. 📖 Want more tools to help your player stand out? 📚 Grab a copy of How to Get More Ice Time: A Champion’s Playbook at www.GetMoreIceTime.com 💡 Grab a copy of our "How To Get More Ice Time" Masterclass - NOW ONLY $9👉https://warriorconfidence.com/get-started/ ✅ Don’t miss an episode—subscribe now and kindly leave a 5-star review to help spread the Warrior Confidence movement! Follow Me for More Insights 🔗 Instagram: @RealRichGrogan 🔗 YouTube: Real Rich Grogan 🔗 TikTok: @RealRichGrogan 🔗 Facebook: @RealRichGrogan 🔗 Twitter: @RealRichGrogan 🔗 LinkedIn: @RealRichGrogan #WarriorConfidence #HockeyLeadership #ChampionMindset #IceTimeTips #HockeyLife #RealRichGrogan #ParentLeadership #YouthHockey #BuildingChampions #SelfDiscipline #AccountabilityMatters #RightHookOfReality #SelfRespect #Discipline