Glass and Out: Nashville Predators Skills Coach Sébastien Bordeleau: Developing instinct, utilizing small area games and growth of hockey in
Episode Description
In episode #255 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we welcomeformer NHL player and current Skill Development Coach for the Nashville Predators, Sbastien Bordeleau. Coming up in Junior hockey, Bordeleau possessed a ton of offensive skill, which led to him being drafted by his hometown Montreal Canadiens in the 3rd round. However, as his pro career unfolded, he had the foresight to develop a new set of skills that would serve him as a bottom 6, penalty killing checker. It's this experience that has served him well in his current role, both in terms of how he relates to the players he works with, but also in recognizing the importance of equipping players with a wide range of tools. Listen as he discusses why instinct is the hardest skill to develop in hockey, utilizing small area games at the NHL level, and the success of hockey in Nashville.
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