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UNLOCK YOUR TRUE POTENTIAL THROUGH MENTAL CONDITIONING

Mindfulness Training For The Competitive Athlete

Increase awareness, harness instincts, develop the right habits, and condition your mind to reach peak performance. For players to reach their full potential, they must make mental conditioning an integral part of their training regimen. By increasing awareness, harnessing your instincts, developing the right habits, and conditioning your mind, you will reach peak performance as an athlete and a person.

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Latest Bloodline Hockey News

Vinny Malts Joins Edmonton Oilers Player Development Staff

By marisamalts | Sep 11, 2024
Our very own Vinny Malts, founder of Bloodline Hockey, has been appointed to the Edmonton Oilers’ Player Development Staff. This new role with an NHL organization is not only a major career milestone for Vinny but also a testament to his dedication to the mental and performance development of athletes. For over 30 years, Vinny…
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Atlantic Affiliate welcomes Vince Malts to Player Development Program as Director of Mindset & Performance

By marisamalts | Jul 30, 2024
“HO-HO-KUS, N.J. – The Atlantic Affiliate is thrilled to announce the appointment of Vince Malts as the new Director of Mindset & Performance for the USA Hockey Player Development Program in the footprint. Malts brings a wealth of experience and a unique skill set to the department, solidifying the affiliate’s commitment to enhancing player and…
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Bloodline’s Noah Powell Drafted by the Philadelphia Flyers

By marisamalts | Jul 23, 2024
At Bloodline Hockey, we strive to empower athletes to achieve their ultimate potential through the power of mental performance. Today, we are excited to share the news of Noah Powell’s selection in the 2024 NHL Draft. Drafted 148 overall by the Philadelphia Flyers, Noah’s journey from a young player to an NHL draftee is a…
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The Impact of Showcasing Young Talent: A Call for a Balanced Approach on Social Media

By marisamalts | Jul 16, 2024
Today, I want to share some thoughts on a trend I’ve noticed in youth sports, particularly hockey, and its potential long-term impacts on our players, their families, and the sport. I recently watched the Brick Invitational Tournament, where the best 10-year-old hockey players from different regions compete. While it’s impressive to see such young talent…
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The Power of ACTION over Analysis

By marisamalts | Jan 17, 2024
In the world of extraordinary performers and leaders, a recent insight from one of our Evolving Athletes family members sheds light on the importance of perspective, especially during challenging phases of the hockey season. The wisdom shared emphasizes the potential pitfalls of fixating on the “WHY” behind every feeling, as it can often lead to…
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The Truth About Unlocking More Playing Time

By marisamalts | Jan 15, 2024
In the realm of hockey, understanding why playing time may be elusive is a challenge every player faces. The journey to optimal performance often lies in asking the right questions. In our latest video, we delve into three fundamental questions that ANY player, irrespective of skill level, can pose when trying to unlock more playing…
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🫆IDENTIFY — What the numbers tell us 🏒 In 🫆IDENTIFY — What the numbers tell us 🏒 Inside 10–20 feet, goal probability jumps 3–10× 🏒 Rebounds increase expected goals by 15–40% 🏒 Screens and tips finish 40–45% more often than clear shots 🏒 This space — distance, angle, traffic, rebounds — is hockey’s highest-value scoring zone 🫆DIRECT — What elite behavior looks like 🏒 Arrive early inside the dots. 🏒 Own the second layer and hold your ground in the paint. 🏒 Live in the goalie’s eyes — screen with intention. 🏒 Hunt rebounds before they settle. 🏒 Tip everything. 🏒 Sustain pressure until structure breaks. 🏒 Turn one shot into a multi-shot sequence. 🫆OWN — What you ask yourself 🏒 How often do I truly live at the net? 🏒 Do I arrive early, own the second layer, and pressure until chances appear? 🏒 Am I developing the ability to create high-value chaos shift after shift? 🏒 Do I own the habits that multiply scoring probability for myself and my team? #play4THATfeeling #hockey #wisdom #scoring #mindset
𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗧𝗨𝗗𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗧𝗨𝗗𝗘 𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗞 Past → Present → Future A simple 3-phase gratitude flow you can use any day you need clarity or a reset. Move to the next phase when you feel gratitude hit your body — not when your mind says you’re done. 𝟭. 𝗣𝗔𝗦𝗧 — What Shaped You Think of a moment, person, or experience that built you. 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿: A coach who trusted you… or an injury you grew from. 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵: A mentor who taught you how to lead. 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁: A moment your kid overcame something they didn’t think they could. When you feel your breath soften, your body relax, or your chest open, move forward. 𝟮. 𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗘𝗡𝗧 — Where Your Feet Are Notice what’s supporting you today. 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿: Teammates pushing you, small improvements, the role you’re earning. 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵: The group you get to lead, the trust forming daily. 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁: The car rides, conversations, and the chance to be part of their journey. Stay with one thing until the gratitude feeling rises again. 𝟯. 𝗙𝗨𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 — Who You’re Becoming Picture the next version of you. 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿: A more confident, poised athlete. 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵: A clearer, more consistent leader. 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁: A calmer, more connected future version of you (and your kid). Follow the vision until gratitude lands again. 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝘄 • Use all 3 phases or pick 1 for 1–2 minutes. • Move forward when you feel the shift — softer breath, relaxed body sensation, warmth, clarity. • Pause and notice it so it fully settles. • Gratitude isn’t a thought — it’s a state. Train the feeling. Save this. Share it. Use it anytime you need a reset. This is your Gratitude Hat Trick 🧡🏒✨ #happythanksgiving #play4THATfeeling
Leadership is responsibility. And that responsibil Leadership is responsibility. And that responsibility starts with clarity #iykyk If I’m being honest, 10 years ago I wouldn’t have handled the moment I shared with a student the way I did. I would have assumed the other person “just didn’t get it,” or I would have blamed the misunderstanding on them. Now I know better. If I choose to lead, whether that’s my players, my son’s team, my family, or myself, then I choose to take ownership over being understood. That means fighting for clarity, not expecting it. That means #communicating my intent, not hoping someone reads my mind. People will misread you. They will misunderstand you. They will see the surface and not the philosophy underneath. And that’s not their fault. That’s on me. That is the weight of leadership. But it is also the gift of it. 
Because when you accept that responsibility, you stop trying to control how people receive your message and start focusing on how well you deliver it. I’m better at this now than I used to be, but nowhere close to how good I want to be. 
Clarity is a skill. 
And like any skill, I’m still training it. If you want to lead anything, a team, a relationship, a locker room, or yourself, START here: 
Be clear. Own your message. Take responsibility for being understood. That is responsible #leadership 💪🧠❤️ #play4THATfeeling
We make kids earn their candy in Philly💯😜 # We make kids earn their candy in Philly💯😜 #play4THATfeeling #happyhalloween
Somebody got “Mite of the Night” at the @phila Somebody got “Mite of the Night” at the @philadelphiaflyers game this week😍 #flashbackfriday #hockeyfamily #play4THATfeeling
Great team effort all around #champions 🏆❤️ Great team effort all around #champions 🏆❤️⚽️ #play4THATfeeling
We take 67 pretty seriously in Philly #iykyk We take 67 pretty seriously in Philly #iykyk
We have a supply and demand issue in leadership ri We have a supply and demand issue in leadership right now #facts The demand calls for more people who take ownership — who can stay accountable, communicate clearly, and care deeply for others. But the supply is low. There just aren’t enough people willing to step up and lead themselves first. If you’re observing differently, please share. That’s why ideas shared in this video matter. When a player says “coach doesn’t like me,” most stay stuck thinking about it instead of doing something about it. They imagine scenarios, create stories, and get lost in their own head. Einstein said it best, “Imagination is more important than knowledge.” He nailed it. We imagine scenarios in our lives far more than we think about the reality of the situation and challenge the knowledge we are receiving. Because thinking isn’t the same as awareness #DYOR Awareness comes when you take one small deliberate action — have a conversation, ask a question, seek clarity. Then you reflect on what that action revealed. That’s mindset performance work. It’s the same in hockey, business, or life — leadership isn’t about waiting for someone else to fix it. It’s about moving from imagination to action, from judgment to responsibility. Because when you take one step forward — that’s when clarity begins. Observe your reality. Think about a solution or step you would like to take to improve that reality. Test your thought in a real world context. Reflect on the experience of that thought you tested. Think about the next best step to take. It’s as simple as that…or not. #play4THATfeeling
Just got off a call with Scotty Livingston talking Just got off a call with Scotty Livingston talking about something that’s been on my mind for years: Why don’t we work on the things we ALL agree matter most? Ask any high performer what causes the most problems in their team, their organization, their life - and #communication comes up every single time. We all know it. We all see it. We all nod our heads when someone mentions it #iykyk Yet how much time did we actually invest this week into improving that skill? We’ll add another training session. We’ll dial in our nutrition. We’ll optimize our sleep. We’ll film our games and review our videos. All important stuff. But the conversation we’ve been avoiding with our coach? The misalignment with our linemates that’s been there for weeks? The inability to clearly express what we actually need? We let that sit. Here’s one part of what I feel is happening: We default to what feels tangible and measurable because it protects us from what feels real and vulnerable. We can count reps. We can’t count “getting better at difficult conversations.” We hide behind certainty because we are blinded by our fear of uncertainty. But here’s the reality - once we reach a certain level, everyone has ability. Everyone has talent. Everyone can skate. Everyone can make plays. So what separates people at the highest levels? Alignment. Can we get everyone on the team seeing the same game? Can we have the hard conversations before it becomes a problem this season? Can we clearly communicate what we need and what we are seeing in real time? One way to go deeper on this reality: look into constraints theory #DYOR The idea that your system is only as strong as its weakest constraint. You can strengthen everything else around you, but if communication is the bottleneck and the greatest constraint, you’re just adding pressure to a system that’s breaking down somewhere else. Something to think about. What’s the obvious thing you keep avoiding? Why do you keep avoiding it? Why do we keep avoiding it? It’s as simple as that…or not. #play4THATfeeling
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