Apply to Present at TCS Live 2025

Share Your Experience on a Global Stage

UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / JUNE 12-14, 2025

Apply to earn one of four coveted presentation spots at hockey’s premier coaching conference.

Applications are open until February 28, 2025


HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF HOCKEY

We’re seeking coaches and thought leaders who are eager to share their knowledge and contribute to our hockey community.

Whether your approach is tried-and-true or something new, we value ideas that are innovative, impactful and engaging. If you have a message that can resonate with fellow coaches and players, we encourage you to apply.

Your experience and insights can make a difference—join the list of alumni made up of hockey’s top leaders who have taken the stage at TCS Live.

“The skills I have in my toolbox from preparing and executing my presentation are invaluable.

WHY APPLY?

  • Share a great idea: Beg, Borrow and Steal…Research and Duplicate – do these sound familiar? The growth of our game is shaped by sharing information, and presenting provides an opportunity to do just that.
  • Give back to the coaching community: Help mentor the next generation of coaches by sharing the nuances that shaped your success. By presenting at TCS Live, you can give back to the community that supported your coaching journey.
  • Build your brand: Whether you’re looking to take the next step of your career, or are rising the coaching ranks – our 450+ event attendees and 90k social media followers provide the perfect platform to build your resume.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • A 15-minute presentation spot: The floor is yours to deliver an engaging TED Talk-style presentation on our main stage at the University of Michigan.
  • Expert coaching: You’ll work closely with our content team to refine your presentation and uncover best practices, ensuring you’re set for the TCS Live stage.
  • A portfolio of images and videos: Following your presentation, you’ll have access to a full suite of photos and videos to promote your experience at the University of Michigan.
  • Vouchers for Travel and Accommodation: We’ll ensure you’re supported in getting to Ann Arbor with a travel voucher and two nights’ accommodation at our host hotel.

apply to earn 1 of 4 presentation spots at tcs live

Applications are open until February 28th.

PRESENTATIONS FROM PAST EVENTS

HOW TO TEACH AND SELL TEAM DEFENSE

ANDRÉ TOURIGNY / UTAH HOCKEY CLUB

We’ve had the privilege of working with many NHL coaches over the years at TCS Live and that continued with André Tourigny, who is currently the Head Coach of the Utah Hockey Club.

Tourigny’s presentation reviews his approach to teaching and selling team defence, including why his defensive zone coverage is nicknamed “TSN”, in addition to a 1-1-3 neutral zone forecheck, offensive zone forecheck and tracking.

Watch the full presentation →

CREATING OFFENCE INSIDE THE DECISION ZONE

BRANDON NAURATO / UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN

Brandon Naurato’s quick rise up the coaching ranks has seen him go from a Player Development Coach with the Detroit Red Wings to Head Coach at the University of Michigan in under five seasons. During that time, we’re proud to have had him on our TCS Live stage three times.

At the 2022 TCS Live, Naurato shared a presentation about creating offence in the decision zone with numerous examples from NHL play. Throughout, he introduces a Problem-Solution-Action plan, discusses when to attack vs. possess, and why it’s important to stay out of “the cemetery”.

Watch the full presentation →

LEVERAGING CROSSOVER PATTERNING FOR SKATING

CATHY ANDRADE / PROFESSIONAL SKATING COACH

In 2022, Andrade taught how to master edges with 3-turns at the Global Skills Showcase and her masterful presentation earned her a spot at 2023 TCS Live, where she taught how to leverage crossover patterning for skating development.

Andrade’s on-ice demonstration focuses on optimizing the gilde, improving a player’s posture, teaching the mohawk and learning how to use your undercut when coming off your inside edges.

Watch the full presentation →

HAVE A UNIQUE IDEA TO SHARE? START YOUR APPLICATION TODAY!