Hockey

Hockey demands intense physical skill, lightning-fast reactions, and the mental resilience to face high-pressure moments on the ice. At Utah Sport Psych, we help hockey players like you take your game to the next level by sharpening mental performance skills to keep you sharp, steady, and strategic from the first face-off to the final buzzer.

Elevate Your Hockey Game

Mental Skills for Hockey Success

  1. Mastering Focus and Reaction Time
    Split-second decisions can be the difference between making a clean pass or giving up possession. Mental performance training builds laser focus and quick reflexes, helping you respond to fast plays and anticipate opponents' moves.

  2. Handling High-Pressure Situations
    In tight games, pressure can cloud judgment and lead to mistakes. We teach you skills to stay composed and make clear decisions in the heat of competition, so you keep cool even when stakes are high.

  3. Managing Emotions on the Ice
    Hockey’s physicality can trigger strong emotions. Learn techniques to channel your energy constructively and avoid penalties that come from frustration or anger.

  4. Resilience and Comeback Mindset
    Whether it's bouncing back after a tough shift or staying motivated through a slump, mental resilience is key. We coach you to develop a “next play” mindset that keeps your confidence steady, no matter the score.

  5. Building Mental Toughness
    Hockey games are unpredictable, and so is the path to improvement. With our guidance, you’ll build the mental toughness to handle setbacks, stay focused on improvement, and keep pushing toward your goals.

Get Started Today

If you’re ready to see how strong mental performance can impact your game, Utah Sport Psych is here to help. Our mental performance coaching for hockey players is customized to meet your unique challenges and goals, whether you’re playing high school hockey or aiming for the collegiate level and beyond. Schedule a free consultation to learn more about how to get your mind and game aligned for ultimate performance on the ice.

1 on 1 Sessions

Sit down with a Mental Performance Coach and let them guide you through the skills necessary to improve your mental game.

Team Sessions

One of our Mental Performance Coaches will come to you & your team! They will take you through activities and strategies and help your team elevate their mental game!

Workbook

Packed with sport psychology worksheets on goal setting, habit tracking, gratitude journaling, and more, the workbook provides structured exercises to help athletes sharpen their mental skills.