Centering connection in hockey and taking an inside look at what has defined success, beyond the ice.

Sylvain Couturier & Isabelle Morrier are involved in the sport of hockey in many capacities through their roles in business development, organizational operations, and as parents.

Isabelle is the former Director of Operations with both the Acadie-Bathurst Titan as well as with the Cape Breton Eagles. She is a passionate community leader with vast hockey management experiences.

Sylvain is a former professional hockey player, spending time within the NHL, AHL, IHL and European leagues. He was the General Manager of Acadie-Bathurst Titan and is the current General Manager of the Cape Breton Eagles.

On the episode of Beyond the Ice they share their expertise and experiences regarding positive community engagement, capacity building, effective leadership, and parenting roles of elite hockey players. Their son, Sean, is the Captain of the Philadelphia Flyers in the NHL.

Beyond the Ice is a podcast by Cape Breton University Researchers exploring coaches training and approaches in relationship building, effective communication practices, and leadership skills to improve confidence, enhance motivation and collective performance. Having conversations with coaches, players, parents, and hockey operation staff – taking an inside look at what has defined success, beyond the ice.

Hosts:

Dr. Lynn LeVatte (lynn_levatte@cbu.ca) (Lead Researcher) (Education Department, Cape Breton University)

Sarah MacRae (sarah_macrae@cbu.ca) (Department of Communication and Languages, Cape Breton University)

Dr. Kristin O'Rourke (kristin_orourke@cbu.ca) (Education Department, Cape Breton University)

Dr. Christina Phillips (c.phillips@mail.utoronto.ca) (Department of Curriculum, Teaching and Learning, OISE/UT)

Shaun Ranni (shaun_ranni@cbu.ca) (Department of Experiential Studies in Community and Sport, Cape Breton University)

Centering connection in hockey and taking an inside look at what has defined success, beyond the ice.

Doug MacLean is no stranger to the Hockey landscape in Canada; playing varsity hockey for the University of Prince Edward Island Panthers and coaching at the University of New Brunswick, before starting his 24 year career in the NHL.

Doug served in various positions within the National Hockey League including Assistant Coach, Head Coach, General Manager, and President. Including being behind the bench with the St. Louis Blues, Washington Capitals, Detroit Red Wings, Columbus Blue Jackets and the Florida Panthers organizations.

Beyond the ice, Doug holds a Bachelor of Education and a Masters Degree in Educational Psychology. He is a beloved former Canadian sportscaster working in television and radio as a Hockey Analyst with Sportsnet Canada for 9 years.

In 2023, Doug became a Best Selling author with his first book "Draft Day" and has consistently hit the bestseller lists in Canada.

Doug sits down with us to discuss his start in the sport of hockey, the important lessons learned along the way, the value of connection and education, and what player development means today. He shares stories from his lengthy and impressive career, gives us insight into writing his first book. and discusses what is next for Doug MacLean.

Beyond the Ice is a podcast by Cape Breton University Researchers exploring coaches training and approaches in relationship building, effective communication practices, and leadership skills to improve confidence, enhance motivation and collective performance. Having conversations with coaches, players, parents, and hockey operation staff – taking an inside look at what has defined success, beyond the ice.

Hosts:

Dr. Lynn LeVatte (lynn_levatte@cbu.ca) (Lead Researcher) (Education Department, Cape Breton University)

Sarah MacRae (sarah_macrae@cbu.ca) (Department of Communication and Languages, Cape Breton University)

Dr. Kristin O'Rourke (kristin_orourke@cbu.ca) (Education Department, Cape Breton University)

Dr. Christina Phillips (c.phillips@mail.utoronto.ca) (Department of Curriculum, Teaching and Learning, OISE/UT)

Shaun Ranni (shaun_ranni@cbu.ca) (Department of Experiential Studies in Community and Sport, Cape Breton University)

Centering connection in hockey and taking an inside look at what has defined success, beyond the ice.

Marcus Kearsey is an 18 year old from Deer Lake, Newfoundland who grew up loving the sport of hockey. Currently, a player in the QMJHL with the Charlottetown Islanders, and the 2024 recipient of the QMJHL Humanitarian of the Year award, Marcus has found connection and community on his new island.

He sits down with us to chat about the importance of being a leader on and off the ice and why creating 'Kearsey's Kids', a program partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters, is such an integral initiative for not only the kids involved, but the entire Islanders' organization.

Beyond the Ice is a podcast by Cape Breton University Researchers exploring coaches training and approaches in relationship building, effective communication practices, and leadership skills to improve confidence, enhance motivation and collective performance. Having conversations with coaches, players, parents, and hockey operation staff – taking an inside look at what has defined success, beyond the ice.

Hosts:

Dr. Lynn LeVatte (lynn_levatte@cbu.ca) (Lead Researcher) (Education Department, Cape Breton University)

Sarah MacRae (sarah_macrae@cbu.ca) (Department of Communication and Languages, Cape Breton University)

Dr. Kristin O'Rourke (kristin_orourke@cbu.ca) (Education Department, Cape Breton University)

Shaun Ranni (shaun_ranni@cbu.ca) (Department of Experiential Studies in Community and Sport)