There Is No Quick Path
Carlo Colaiacovo is a former first round pick of the Toronto Maple Leafs, he played sixteen years professionally and made a transition to broadcasting following his playing career, co-hosting First Up on TSN1050 AM radio. He shares his personal journey through minor hockey, the Ontario Hockey league and as a professional.
In this conversation, Todd Arkell and Carlo Colaiacovo (TSN 1050 Broadcaster) discuss mental performance and mindfulness in youth sports. They also touch on Carlo's experience playing in a Memorial Cup run and his transition from playing hockey to a career in broadcasting. Carlo emphasizes the importance of fun and balance in youth sports and advises parents to prioritize their child's enjoyment over excessive training. We also delve into the pressures of professional sports, and how social media can be a double edged sword for players. Carlo also shares his personal experiences with mental challenges and resilience throughout his sixteen year professional hockey career.
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