In this episode of Hockey Combat Mindset, Scott Schwertly pulls back the curtain on one of the most powerful mental tools in sports: the alter ego. It’s more than just a persona—it’s a transformative force that allows athletes to unlock hidden strengths, overcome fear, and maintain focus under pressure.

Scott explores how legends like Kobe Bryant, Deion Sanders, and Misty Copeland use their alter egos to elevate their performance, and how you can do the same. Discover the step-by-step process to create your own alter ego and learn how it can give you the edge you need on and off the ice.

Whether you’re looking to dominate your next game or simply want to sharpen your mental game, this episode will show you how to tap into the secret weapon that’s helped the best of the best succeed.

In this episode of Hockey Combat Mindset, I dive deep into the power of persuasion, both as a player and a coach. Using Sidney Crosby’s legendary leadership during the 2010 Winter Olympics as an example, I’ll show you how kindness, boldness, authority, consistency, and framing can transform your influence on the ice. Plus, I’ll share key takeaways from stories like The North Wind and the Sun to help you apply these principles to your game.

Whether you want to motivate your teammates or lead your team to victory, this episode will give you practical tools to become a more persuasive and effective leader.

In this episode of Hockey Combat Mindset, Scott Schwertly and Dale Dameron of GritBase discuss the qualities and traits needed to be a coachable hockey player.