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Evan sits down with Brandon Borges, the newly appointed head boys hockey coach at Williston Northampton. Borges, an alumnus of the school, shares insights about his transition into the coaching role and his vision for the program. He discusses the importance of summer training, balancing player workloads, and the unique challenges of returning to coach at his alma mater. Borges also reflects on his own hockey journey from inner-city Providence to playing junior hockey, providing valuable advice for current players navigating college and junior hockey aspirations. The discussion concludes with a light-hearted segment about the nuances of being a passionate hockey fan.
Topics
00:26 Meet the New Coach: Brandon Borges
00:55 Summer Training Strategies
03:06 Returning to Alma Mater: Williston Northampton
03:42 Brandon's Hockey Journey
08:12 Challenges and Lessons in Youth Hockey
20:21 Junior Hockey Experience and Advice
24:21 Personal Struggles and Reflections
24:43 Timing and Development in Hockey
25:52 Deciding When to Move On
28:22 Realistic College Hockey Dreams
32:50 Recruiting and Building Relationships
38:30 Overtime: Fun Hockey Questions
