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The Hockey Lab PodcastAuthor: Gary Roberts Performance Productions
Thanks for checking out the pod! We're on a mission to help 1 million hockey players level up their game. If that sounds like something you'd be interested in then don't miss our weekly episodes. We'll share our experiences, interview some of the top players in the game (old and new), and provide you with actionable tips, you know things that actually make you a better player. The Hosts Coach Adrian (A) From growing up in a small blue-collar Canadian city to becoming the Head Strength Coach at Gary Roberts Performance hockey has taught me many of life's lessons. I've been blessed to spend the last 12 years helping some of the top NHL players like McDavid and Stamkos prepare for the season. Fun Fact I fought MMA professionally for nearly a decade. Coach Ryan (Gards) Gards is the real star of the show. He is our On-Ice Coach at Gary Roberts Performance. He's a veteran of over 1000 NLA (Switzerland's Top League) games. Gard's has played in 5 Spengler Cups, 3 World Championships, and 1 Olympics. Fun Fact Gard's grandfather Cal is a "Top 100 Leaf of All Time" Sponsor of the Podcast The pod is brought to you by Gary Roberts Performance. To learn more about how Gary Roberts Performance can help you, head over to the website www.garyrobertsperformance.com. Language: en-ca Genres: Education, Hockey, Sports Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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#62 - Saul Isaksson-Hurst| The Premier League Blueprint, 1v1 Methodology, and the Science of Scoring
Monday, 26 January, 2026
In this episode of The Hockey Lab Podcast, Coaches A and Gards bridge the gap between the rink and the pitch by welcoming world-renowned individual skill specialist Saul Isaksson-Hurst. With over 20 years of experience at elite academies like Chelsea and Tottenham, Saul joins the lab to break down why individual mastery is the missing link in modern "team-first" coaching systems From the biomechanics of a Premier League finish to the repetitive grit required to score 50 goals in the NHL, the hosts explore how the world's best athletes differentiate themselves through isolated, purposeful practice . They also dive into the "death of street football" and the challenge of fostering elite creativity in an increasingly programmed sporting world . They discuss: The 1v1 Methodology — breaking the game down into micro-dual scenarios to master receiving, retaining, and releasing the ball under pressure . The "Game as the Teacher" Myth — why relying solely on game-based learning can lead to a deficit in individual technical brilliance and creativity . The Zach Hyman Standard — an inside look at how a summer spent exclusively in the "red zone" led to a 50-goal season and why elite players do more . Dynamic Ball Mastery — the importance of being as fast with the puck (or ball) as you are without it and the biomechanics of "unbalancing" a defender . The Development Gap — comparing the European "practice-heavy" model to North American "winning-focused" youth athletics and the impact on long-term growth . This episode is a masterclass in the "marginal gains" that define professional sports . It serves as a reminder that while team tactics win games, individual obsession with the finer points of your craft is what makes you a game-changer . ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Guest Information: Saul Isaksson-Hurst Training Company: My Personal Football Coach Website: mypersonalfootballcoach.com Mobile App: My Personal Football Coach (Available for download for players and parents) Instagram: @myfootballcoach Secondary Instagram: @myfootballcoach1x YouTube: My Football Coach The Hosts Coach Adrian (A) @championshiplifestyle Head Strength Coach at Gary Roberts Performance. Fun Fact – Fought professionally in MMA for nearly a decade. Coach Ryan (Gards) On-Ice Coach at Gary Roberts Performance. Veteran of over 1000 NLA (Switzerland's Top League) games, 5 Spengler Cups, 3 World Championships, and 1 Olympics. Fun Fact – His grandfather Cal is a "Top 100 Leaf of All Time." Gary Roberts Performance hosts this podcast. If you're looking to take your game to the next level, GRP offers comprehensive training programs for elite hockey players. 👉 Click the link below to Book a Call with a GR Coach. IG: @garyrobertshpt #TheHockeyLabPodcast #HockeyNutrition #PlayerDevelopment #HockeyTraining #AthleteFuel
