The Playbook Mindset System for Hockey Coaches
You don’t need another generic “motivation talk.” You need mental performance coaching for hockey coaches that gives you a clear, plug‑and‑play mental game plan for your team—so your players know exactly how to reset after mistakes, refocus under pressure, and play with real confidence when it matters most.
When the Game is on the Line, It’s Not Skills That Break Down
You’ve done your job.
Your players are strong, skilled, and conditioned. You run good practices. You teach systems. You care.
But when the game tightens up, you see:
Players gripping the stick too tight
Great kids playing scared instead of confident
One bad shift turning into a bad period… or a bad weekend
Leaders going quiet when the team needs them most
Talented players who look like a different athlete in playoffs vs. practice
You know the mental side is the difference.
No one ever handed you a clear, coachable system for it.
So you’re left trying to “motivate,” give quick pep talks, or say things like “next shift” and “have confidence”… but it doesn’t stick.
That’s the gap The Playbook Mindset System fills.
How Mental Performance Coaching for Hockey Coaches Works Inside The Playbook
A complete, plug-and-play mental performance system you can run with your team all season long.
Instead of random mindset tips or one-off talks, The Playbook gives you:
A clear operating system for the mental side of the game
Simple tools your players can use in real time (not just in a classroom)
Language and drills that fit hockey, not generic sports psychology
A step-by-step structure you can plug into practices, games, and meetings
You’ll know exactly what to do when:
A player can’t let go of a mistake
Your team comes out flat in a big game
Confidence drops after a bad goal or bad call
Emotions are running hot on the bench
Players are playing “not to mess up” instead of “playing to win”
This Is Built For Hockey Coaches Who
Have talented players who underperform when the stakes get high
Are tired of watching one mistake snowball into a whole-game collapse
Want a repeatable system, not just “rah-rah” motivation
Want their team to bounce back in seconds, not games
Are ready to coach the mental side with the same clarity they coach skills and systems
If you’ve ever thought, “We’re good enough—we just can’t get out of our own way,” this is for you.
What You’ll Be Able to Do with The Playbook
By the end of the program, you’ll be able to:
Coach confidence like a skill
No more “just believe in yourself.” You’ll have specific drills and language to build real, earned confidence.
Install a 3-Step Reset for mistakes
So players know exactly how to go from “I blew it” to “next shift” in 30 seconds or less.
Train focus under pressure
Your team learns how to reset between shifts, stay present, and avoid spiraling after one bad bounce.
Control emotions without killing competitiveness
Players learn how to use their energy instead of losing it to frustration, refs, or the last play.
Create a mentally tough team culture
Clear expectations, shared language, and standards that stick—so you’re not repeating yourself all season.
Inside The Playbook Mindset System
You get a complete, ready-to-run system designed specifically for hockey coaches:
1. The Core Playbook Modules
Short, practical trainings you can watch on your own time that show you exactly how to:
Teach confidence as a skill, not a feeling
Run the Traffic Light awareness tool with your team
Install the 3-Step Reset System for mistake recovery
Build simple, effective game-day routines
Handle “big moments” and pressure situations with a plan
2. Plug-and-Play Team Tools
Printable worksheets and one-pagers for your players
Team meeting outlines you can run in 15–20 minutes
Practice integrations (how to build mindset into drills you already run)
Reflection templates so players actually learn from games instead of just re-living them
3. Coach Implementation Guides
Exactly how to introduce the system to your team
Sample scripts and language for the bench, locker room, and 1:1 conversations
Common mistakes coaches make with the mental game—and what to do instead
4. Ongoing Support & Updates
Lifetime access to the core Playbook materials
Future updates and added tools as the system grows
Group calls and 1:1 video support through your first 8-weeks
What Changes on the Ice
Coaches report seeing:
Players bouncing back from mistakes in one shift, not one weekend
Less “playing scared” and more “playing to win”
Leaders speaking up and pulling the team back on track
Fewer emotional meltdowns and more composure in tight games
Teams that actually get better mentally as the season goes on
For you as a coach:
Clear language and tools to use when things go sideways
Less frustration repeating the same messages over and over
More time coaching strategy because the mental side has a system
A calmer, more confident version of you behind the bench
You don’t need to rebuild your entire season. You just plug the system into what you’re already doing.
Get More Access
Enroll and get full access to the full Playbook Mindset System for hockey coaches and every call = update going forwardLearn the Core Tools
Short, focused modules walk you through each tool and how to teach it to your players.Install with Your Team
Use the provided meeting outlines, practice integrations, and player worksheets to roll it out.Coach in Real Time
Start using the shared language and tools on the bench, in the locker room, and during video.Refine & Repeat
Keep using the system all season. Add layers as your team grows. Reuse it year after year.
How the Playbook Works Step-by-Step
Why The Playbook Works When Generic Mindset Advice Doesn’t
Most “mindset” content is:
Too fluffy
Too clinical
Or too generic to actually use in a hockey environment
The Playbook Mindset System is different because it’s:
Built by a certified mental performance coach who works directly with hockey coaches and players
Sport-specific with hockey language, scenarios, and examples
Skills-based, not “just be confident” or “think positive”
Designed for coaches, so you can lead it—even if you’ve never been trained in the mental game
You don’t need to become a sports psychologist.
You just need a clear system and the right tools.
Meet Your Mental Performance Coach
I’m Kristin Tullo, certified mental performance coach and founder of Think Strong Play Strong.
For over a decade, I’ve worked with athletes on the ice and in the weight room. It was there that I realized most coaches and athletes needed help to:
Build real confidence that shows up in big moments
Recover quickly from mistakes and bad games
Stay composed when pressure and emotions spike
Turn “we’re good but inconsistent” teams into mentally tougher, more resilient groups
So I started building the solution through the help of mentors and personal experience.
The Playbook Mindset System is the framework I use with hockey coaches who want a practical, no-fluff way to coach the mental side—without turning into a therapist or motivational speaker.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The tools are built for competitive hockey environments and work from 13U through junior/high school and beyond. You’ll see examples and language you can adjust based on your level.
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No. You just need to be willing to learn the tools and use the language. The Playbook gives you the structure—you don’t have to be perfect to lead it.
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No. The system is designed to plug into what you already do—practices, meetings, and games. Most tools can be taught in short, focused segments.
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Yes. Once you have the Playbook, you can run the system with future teams and seasons.
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Yes. Many coaches share the language and tools with their assistants so everyone is reinforcing the same system.
However, if you’re a director looking to bring it to your whole coaching staff- contact Kristin directly for discounted pricing.
Ready to Give Your Team a Mental Game Plan?
If you’re done watching your players beat themselves instead of the other team, it’s time to give them a system that actually holds up under pressure.