This episode stemmed from Eric Swanick(@swancommander) asking Andrew Serpico(@easerps) a somewhat hypothetical question in a private conversation; "I wonder how many current NHL players ran around the country chasing "top programs and green grass" vs how many just kept it simple, played at home living a normal life, and just dominated. Well, Andrew compiled the data and steps into the pod!

Eric Swanick(@swancommander) is joined by Jimmy Skillz. They discuss coaching, coach ability, and player development.

Ryan Swain(Swain's Hockey Skills & Development) is back with insight to help players develop the physical skills of a hockey player as well as to discuss the mental skills beneath them. Ryan's insight is an awesome contribution to the Swan Hockey perspective.

Weekend review 10/13. Eric finds an abnormality in the NAHL and discusses it with all of you. Bill Underwood is also phoned in mid episode to weigh in.

Mark Carlson steps into the pod! After securing USHL win #779 last Friday, he is the winningest coach in USHL regular season history! Join Mark and Eric for this episode!

@swancommander discusses the past weekend in junior hockey and discusses the college appeal of all three tiers of junior in the USA.

The hockey landscape for up and coming players continues to evolve. The latest change in this new look are the first players going from minor league pro hockey to NCAA D1 programs. Eric Swanick(@swancommander and Bill Underwood(Kitchener Rangers) sit down to discuss this trending hot topic.

@swancommander cruises around junior hockey sharing some thoughts on some key weekend moments and happenings including the NAHL Blaine Showcase, a USHL record on the verge of being broken, CHL/USHL broadcasts, and a dive beneath the surface of the NA3HL's southeast division.

A once on high level of hockey has turned into one of the most volatile levels there is. A scattered among the chaos, still lies strong performers in player, staff, and organizations. @swancommander is joined by Kitchiner Rangers(OHL) scout, Bill Underwood.

This episode and perspective may change the way you look at the game! A @swancommander solo session that any aspiring player/family needs to hear! Every spectrum has two ends. We complain about the one end of politics; learn here how to benefit from the other end!

In this episode, Eric dives into a perspective that most don't see. A different perspective offers a different view on the journey and how to navigate it. What if instead of expensive, time consuming, and frustrating, this was the fun and enjoyment in which why you started playing in the first place? Come dive in!

NH Mountain Kings(NAHL) Head Coach and Eric Swanick(@swancommander) discuss the challenges teams face heading into the season. These challenges have always been there but are amplified with CHL players now being able to play in the NCAA. Will rules and structure change? What's the solution?

@swancommander and USHL commissioner Glenn Hefferan have an extremely intriguing conversation about the USHL and the new junior hockey landscape including the question of the USHL joining the CHL in the Memorial Cup; or a new tournament all together! SwanCommander takes over as commissioner for a few minutes and Glenn grades the results. The two debate about the NTDP and it's place in the league; all wrapped up with remarkable insight on the league. Join us for this wild ride! The United Stat...

Part 1 of 2. @swancommander and USHL commissioner Glenn Hefferan have an extremely intriguing conversation about the USHL and the new junior hockey landscape including the question of the USHL joining the CHL in the Memorial Cup; or a new tournament all together! SwanCommander takes over as commissioner for a few minutes and Glenn grades the results. The two debate about the NTDP and it's place in the league; all wrapped up with remarkable insight on the league. Join us for this wild ride! Th...

Longtime friend Ryan Swain joins the pod. @swancommander and Ryan discuss player development in terms of training. Ryan is a quick rising skill development professional and is the owner of Swain's Hockey Skills & Development based out of NJ. Ryan most recently opened up Swain's Hockey Lab in Staten Island, NY in addition to bringing his methods to the Southeast as part of the ownership group that recently opened up Elev802 Tampa.

Longtime friend Ryan Swain joins the pod. @swancommander and Ryan discuss player development in terms of training. Ryan is a quick rising skill development professional and is the owner of Swain's Hockey Skills & Development based out of NJ. Ryan most recently opened up Swain's Hockey Lab in Staten Island, NY in addition to bringing his methods to the Southeast as part of the ownership group that recently opened up Elev802 Tampa.

In this episode @swancommander and Bill Underwood(Kitchener Rangers) rank and discuss the Tier 2 junior hockey leagues in the U.S.A.

Journey across the map with @swancommander and Kitchener Rangers(OHL) scout Bill Underwood. What is....what has been....what could be!

Eric Swanick(@swancommander) and Kitchener Rangers(OHL) scout Bill Underwood discuss the misguided spending habits of hockey families.

Leo Gould is the U.S.A. Scout for the 2025 QMJHL Champion Moncton Wildcats. Leo sits down with Eric Swanick to discuss the magic in Moncton.