Every summer, TCS Live brings together some of hockey’s brightest minds for three days of learning, discussion, and idea sharing. Across more than 25 presentations, the event features NHL coaches, professional skills coaches, performance specialists, and industry leaders covering every aspect of player and coach development.
Among the most anticipated sessions are our tactical presentations, where elite coaches take attendees inside the details of the modern game. More than just breaking down systems and video, our presenters reveal how top coaches analyze situations, communicate with their players, and turn complex hockey concepts into practical teaching points.
These sessions provide a rare opportunity to sharpen not only your understanding of the game, but also how you can implement new concepts with your team.
“The knowledge shared blew my mind. It’s the best place for coaches to learn, and help continue to grow the game of hockey.” – Rob Fargino, RFM Skating & Skills
“The conference was a great opportunity to learn how to better build systemic strategies and cultural values for my team.” – Alex Parker, Landon School
“It’s worth it. If you’re a youth coach. It’s worth it. A junior coach, worth it. Pro coach, worth it. Too many valuable minds to learn from.” – Kohl Schultz, HC Pustertal | ICEHL
This summer, TCS Live will host 5 Tactical Presentations that will challenge your team’s strategy and help you think the game at a whole new level. Explore their topics below and get your ticket to TCS Live to see them live & in-person!
Building the Right Breakout for Your Team
Presented by Florida Panthers Assistant Coach, Jamie Kompon
There is no one-size-fits-all breakout. This presentation from Jamie Kompon will help coaches identify the options that best fit their team’s identity and style of play.
Coaches will leave with a new perspective on how to teach and implement breakouts in practice, while developing a broader framework for evaluating every aspect of their team’s game.
The Position-Specific Skills Behind Elite Power Plays
Presented by Boston Bruins Assistant Coach, Steve Spott
Veteran NHL coach Steve Spott’s presentation will take a detailed look at the latest trends in NHL power plays and identify what individual player skills are the most important to run a successful unit.
He’ll break down each position and share how coaches can build a practice plan that works on technical strategy, and specialized skill development.
Line Rush Principles for Creating and Attacking Space
Presented by Calgary Flames Assistant Coach, Cail MacLean
Learn how to help players anticipate pressure and create space off the rush.
This presentation from Cail MacLean explores the team principles that stretch the ice and disrupt defensive structure, along with the individual tactics that transform time and space into high-danger scoring opportunities.
Turning Video Into Your Advantage: How Elite Teams Use InStat
Presented by Anaheim Ducks Assistant Coach, Andrew Brewer
InStat is more than a tool for reviewing your team’s games. Presented by Anaheim Ducks Assistant Coach, Andrew Brewer, this session will uncover how top professional and youth hockey programs use video and data to influence preparation, scouting, and player development.
Discover new ways to leverage InStat to create a greater impact on the ice.
The Tactical Efficiency Model for Turning Game Analysis Into Actionable Insights
Presented by Sports Performance Analysis Co Founders, Dave Prestage + J.F. Best
The Tactical Efficiency Model transforms game analysis into actionable coaching insights. Using this framework, the All Goals Analysis Project analyzed 953 five-on-five goals from the last three NHL playoffs to uncover scoring patterns at the highest level.
This session will explore the methodology and one key finding: breakouts versus opposing dump-ins.
Learn more about Dave Prestage & J.F. Best →
