Ep. 12 - Cory Cannon - Hockey Coach

Episode Description: In this episode, Alex and Zane start with a hilarious and insightful conversation about balancing the chaos of club and high school hockey schedules. They share tips on managing priorities, avoiding burnout, and the importance of communication between players, parents, and coaches (spoiler: surprises are bad). Zane even takes us on a detour to Newfoundland, where hockey made him the unofficial mayor of a small fishing town and earned him a seat at every family dinner. Meanwhile, Alex dives into what it takes to start coaching and why committing to the job is like jumping into a frozen lake—you’re either all in, or you’re not in at all. Then, they’re joined by Coach Corey Cannon, who takes us on a journey through his hockey career. From racking up penalty minutes at Mizzou to coaching at Clayton High School, Corey shares his thoughts on building a winning program, the state of high school hockey in St. Louis, and how video coaching can transform a player’s development. Expect funny stories about late-night puck drops at Kentucky, advice for aspiring coaches, and reflections on what it means to leave a legacy in hockey. This episode is packed with laughs, lessons, and plenty of hockey wisdom. Whether you’re a player, coach, or just a fan of the game, this one’s for you! Timeline: 0:00-1:30 – Intro: Alex and Zane chat about a big college signing and set the stage for today’s guest. 1:31-6:00 – Balancing Club and High School Hockey: Tips on managing schedules, priorities, and communication. 6:01-9:00 – Starting Your Coaching Journey: How to get into coaching and build lasting connections. 9:01-11:30 – Introducing Coach Corey Cannon: A closer look at his playing and coaching career. 11:31-14:30 – College Hockey Tales: Mizzou penalty minutes, midnight games, and club hockey pride. 14:31-18:00 – Coaching at Mizzou and Clayton: Building programs and creating lasting legacies. 18:01-22:00 – State of High School Hockey: Corey’s take on the growing talent and areas for improvement in St. Louis. 22:01-25:00 – The Power of Video Coaching: Leveraging tech to develop hockey IQ and positioning. 25:01-28:00 – Reflections on STL Hockey Training: Corey shares his experience working with Alex and Zane. 28:01-30:00 – Outro: Wrapping up with thanks, laughs, and a promise from Corey to visit STLHT soon.