Katsumoto Conversations

Patrik Elias played his career with the New Jersey Devils, Played for the Czech Republic in the Olympics and World Championships 2 time Stanley Cup champion and former assistant coach of the Czech National U20 team. We speak about growing up in the Czech Republic and the differences in the development models, styles, and outcomes.

Justin Selman Co-Owner of Topline Hockey joins Jeff and Petr to discuss his road to University of Michigan Division 1 and professional. The guys dive into different paths players take, youth hockey, the road to the top for Justin and how his story can help young players on and off the ice to find success. Its a long road to success, the end result is just the tip of the iceberg.

Petr and Jeff discuss entitlement, earning your position, and the progression ladder. They dive into the lesser spoken of aspects of progression and identity of players so as to earn the most of their time in the game, and in life.

Petr and Jeff are joined for part 2 of the discussion with guest Lee MJ Elias. This is a must listen to for players and parents alike!

 Jeff and Petr are joined by best selling Author, Podcast Host, Coach, Coach of Coaches, Public Speaker, Inventor and Owner of Hockey Wraparound, but most importantly Husband and Father Lee Elias.  This is part One of a Two part series with Lee as our guest. We can not wait to have Lee back to talk more as the information given to Players, Coaches, and Parents alike is Priceless.

Petr and Jeff go over some fun memories of Youth Hockey. Along with some current stories.

Petr and Jeff discuss progression and player identity.

Petr and Jeff discuss the ins and outs of being scouted to further advancement.

Petr and Jeff talk about the upcoming season and what parents/players alike should expect.

Danny Heath Owner of Project Hockey and Game 7 Industries joins the show

Introduction episode. Meet your hosts Petr Sykora and Jeff Lobman with our inaugural episode.