Les Jackson
Becoming Player X
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What was it that made Jere Lehtinen so different from other hockey players?
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He didn't want to advance himself before he was ready
He was the fastest skater in his draft class
He played in the NHL when he was 18
He won a Stanley Cup
Yes or No? To stay in the NHL for a long time Les believes you have to build a strong foundation
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In the interview, Les describes mental toughness in a player as
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being able to adapt to the situation and manage where you are within the moment you are in
being able to relax and not get worked up about little things
being able to fight anyone on the opposing team
wanting to be the best hockey player in the world
The most perfect player Les ever came across in his career in hockey was:
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Neal Broten
Steve Yzerman
Joe Sakic
Connor Mcdavid
According to Les, this far exceeds all other parts of being a hockey player
The passion and the will to become a great hockey player
The amount of time you spend in the gym
The number of skill sessions you do in the summer
The path you take to the NHL
What advice would Les Jackson give to young Les Jackson about becoming a hockey player?
If you want it, find the resources and people that can help you, but you have to put in the work
Be humble
Watch closely and learn from players who have made it
All of the Above
Les talks about being a pro every day; an "everydayer". In your owns words, describe what being an everydayer means to you and what you can do to become an everydayer in your own hockey career.
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In the interview, Mike and Les discuss the idea of creating a calling card for yourself as a player. This calling card is used to define who you are as a hockey player and a teammate. Create your own calling card and be sure to identify your strengths, your barriers, and how to overcome your barriers.
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