“Everyone learns differently. We have close to eight different ways to teach the same skill.”
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We are rolling along with our spotlight on the presenters who will be featured at this year’s Global Skills Showcase.
In episode #247, we feature Tyler Dittmer, Director of Player Development and Mentorship for the Western Canada Hockey Canada.
Based in Brandon, Manitoba, he is also a development coach with the U18 Brandon Wheat Kings, Brandon Minor Hockey and the WHL’s Brandon Wheat Kings.
As you'll hear, Dittmer's commitment to his craft and the care he has for his players is very evident. He offers a lot in this conversation and you'll no doubt steal a few of his tips and add them to your coaching toolbox.
Listen as he shares his eight different processes for developing a skill, why coaches need to be a battery for players at practice, and his GSS presentation on creating a lethal shot.
VIDEO TIMESTAMPS:
- 0:00 Setting yourself up for success every day
- 2:10 High frequency events
- 3:55 What skills scouts look for
- 6:00 Helping players understand the why behind a concept
- 9:10 Approach as a development coach
- 12:25 Getting feedback from players
- 14:10 Being in touch with how a player feels
- 19:00 Influence from playing background
- 20:55 Developing players in Manitoba
- 23:45 Simple skill tweaks that makes a big difference
- 26:30 Trends with pro player skills
- 30:00 Creating a space for players to grow
- 32:10 Process for improving scoring
- 34:35 Keeping things competitive and energetic
- 40:00 Global Skills Showcase presentation
