Module 1: Mastering the "Ready to Play" Mindset
Understanding Your Hockey Identity
The Advanced Ready to Play Assessment reveals how you perceive yourself as an athlete and how you engage with teammates, coaches, and the game itself.
Key areas to focus on:
Sports World View: How well do you understand team dynamics, game strategies, and the hockey culture?
Self-View: Are you confident in your abilities, growth, and role in the team?
Coach-ability: Do you embrace feedback, adapt to coaching, and implement game plans?
Action Step: Ask Coach AI Mike Hartman:
“How do I improve my ability to take coaching feedback?”
“What mindset should I have before a game to feel more confident?”
Module 2: The Mental Toughness Playbook
Developing Key Mental Skills
Hockey demands focus, resilience, and decision-making under pressure. The assessment scores players on attributes like:
Withstanding Pressure: How do you handle clutch moments?
Competitive Fire: Is your drive for success greater than your fear of failure?
Mental Toughness: Can you bounce back from setbacks and keep pushing?
Drill: Before every practice/game, use a pre-game mental checklist:✔ Visualization – Picture yourself excelling in key game situations.✔ Breathing Techniques – Control nerves and stay in the zone.✔ Self-Talk – Use positive, powerful statements like “I am prepared. I am ready to win.”
Coach AI Mike Hartman can help with:
“How do I recover mentally from a bad game?”
“What’s the best way to stay focused in the third period?”
Module 3: Peak Performance & Game Intelligence
The Power of Decision-Making and Awareness
Elite players see the game differently—they anticipate plays, read the ice, and make split-second decisions.
The assessment evaluates:
Game Intelligence: Understanding strategies, positioning, and reading opponents.
Decision-Making Ability: Making the right plays under pressure.
Focus & Self-Discipline: Staying locked in and executing the game plan.
On-Ice Drill: During practice, track your decision-making:
After a shift, analyze one key decision—was it the best play?
Identify patterns—do you react instinctively or hesitate under pressure?
Coach AI Mike Hartman can guide you on:
“How can I improve my hockey IQ?”
“What drills help me make faster decisions on the ice?”
Module 4: Total Wellness = Total Performance
Balancing Mind, Body & Emotions
Physical training is essential, but a champion’s mindset requires a holistic approach to wellness. The Total Wellness Mindset Assessment evaluates seven key areas:
Mind – Mental clarity, optimism, and learning.
Body – Physical health, training consistency, and recovery.
Environment – Positive surroundings and support systems.
Relationships – Strong connections with teammates, coaches, and family.
Emotions – Managing stress, confidence, and resilience.
Being Present – Focus and mindfulness in training and games.
Stress Tolerance – Handling pressure and avoiding burnout.
Action Plan: Choose one wellness area to focus on improving this week.For example: If your stress tolerance is low, add guided breathing exercises before and after practice.
Coach AI Mike Hartman can help with:
“How do I balance hockey and school without burnout?”
“What’s the best way to stay calm under pressure?”
Module 5: Building Your Personalized Hockey Mindset System
Your Healthy Mindset Playbook
Now that you have insights from both assessments, it’s time to build your customized plan for success.
✅ Step 1: Identify Your Strengths & Weaknesses
Which areas scored high? Leverage those strengths.
Where do you need improvement? Set a goal for growth.
✅ Step 2: Create Your Daily Mindset Routine
Morning: Set your intention (“Today, I’ll stay focused and play my role.”)
Before Practice: Mental prep & visualization.
Post-Game: Reflect & learn from each performance.
✅ Step 3: Track Progress & Adjust
Use a mindset journal to log thoughts, emotions, and areas for improvement.
Reassess every few months and adjust your mindset training accordingly.
Coach AI Mike Hartman is available for:
“How do I stay motivated throughout the season?”
“What’s the best way to handle pre-game nerves?”
Conclusion: Your Next Move
A champion’s mindset isn’t built overnight—it’s cultivated through consistency, self-awareness, and a commitment to improvement.
Final Challenge: Implement one mindset strategy from this course in your next game. Reflect on how it impacted your performance.
Remember, Coach AI Mike Hartman is here for you! Anytime you need a quick answer, mindset boost, or game-time strategy, just ask.
Your Healthy Mindset App System for Hockey is now in motion. Keep growing, keep competing, and always play Ready to Win.