{"podcast":{"title":"Sharpening Your Edge","slug":"sharpening-your-edge-7486904","podcast_index_feed_id":7486904,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/sharpening-your-edge/","website_url":"https://sharpening-your-edge.captivate.fm","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/1f79870c-1a65-438e-94ce-8df9f738132e/SYE-Logo.jpg","author":"CV3","episode_count":23,"summary":"Welcome to Sharpening Your Edge — the ultimate deep dive into the world of hockey, where we go beyond the ice. Chuck Verdolino, founder and lead instructor at CV3 Hockey Development. I played Tier 1 hockey through 18 on Long Island, competed at the USA Hockey Select 15 National Camp, captained my high school team to a New York State Championship appearance, and later served as a GM in pro hockey. Now, I’m bringing that lifetime of experience to the mic. Erik Melanson, a recently retired Marine Corps officer. I spent the majority of my distinguished military career serving in special operations, where I developed and applied extensive leadership skills in high-stakes, high-performance environments. A lifelong hockey player who grew up on the rinks of Boston, I now bring that same discipline, resilience, and team-first mentality to the sport as a coach for the Philadelphia Little Flyers and as a player for the USA Warriors. My unique blend of elite military experience and deep hockey roots offers a rare perspective on performance, leadership, and the culture of the game. As co-hosts with a passion for the game, we sit down and bring you candid conversations with elite coaches, perfo…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-20T16:20:53.488780+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/sharpening-your-edge-7486904"},"episode":{"title":"There’s No Textbook for the Direct Path”: Craig Desjarlais on Hockey Development","slug":"there-s-no-textbook-for-the-direct-path-craig-desjarlais-on-hockey-development","published_at":"2026-04-13T08:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/sharpening-your-edge-7486904/there-s-no-textbook-for-the-direct-path-craig-desjarlais-on-hockey-development","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/sharpening-your-edge-7486904","url":"https://tkbpodcaststudio.com/sharpening-your-edge/craig-desjarlais","audio_url":"https://op3.dev/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a77524f6-98fa-4bbf-97e8-cbf8bd9251d4.mp3","summary":"Everyone Has Their Own Path In this episode of Sharpening Your Edge , Craig Desjarlais breaks down one of the most misunderstood truths in youth hockey development: there is no single roadmap to success. From growing up in Windsor, Ontario, to playing Division I hockey and professionally, Craig shares why late bloomers, Tier II players, and overlooked athletes can still thrive. This conversation is essential listening for parents, coaches, and players navigating today’s hyper-competitive hockey landscape. Discover Craig’s philosophy and explore more episodes focused on long-term athlete development and mindset. Bio Craig Dejarlais was born and raised in Windsor Ontario. He went on to have a successful D1 career at Bowling Green before playing 5-years professionally, eventually retiring in 2005. Craig’s instruction and coaching resume spans over 30-years with programs across North America. Currently, Craig serves as the Hockey Director for the Loudoun Knights Tier 2 Hockey Club, which he co-founded, and the Director of Player Development for the Washington Little Capitals Tier 1 Hockey Club. He co-founded 23Hockey with intentions to help as many regional players as possible, regardless of age, skill level or experience. Craig lives in Leesburg VA, is married and has two kids Takeaways: Craig DeJarlis emphasizes the significance of player development over winning in youth hockey. He highlights the importance of creating a supportive environment for young athletes to thrive. The podcast discusses the necessity of flexibility in training schedules for student-athletes. The focus on developing a well-rounded athlete includes education, physical training, and life skills. 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