On this episode of the Hockey IQ podcast, we sit down with Andre Lacroix. Andre is the WHA all-time leading scorer and long-time coach. Having grown up in Quebec and had a long career in North America, Andre has a wealth of wisdom and stories. A great friend with Gordie Howe + Bobby Hull and many other well-known players and managers. We even dive into his contract with McDonalds founder, Ray Kroc!
A few areas on this episode we discuss:
- Growing up and developing in Quebec before moving to the OHL Peterborough Petes and leading the OHL in point for 2 straight years.
- How the game should be played
- Playing with a straight blade
- 1974 Summit Series where Andre was T-3 in Canada scoring with Gordie Howe.
- How to pass
- Building chemistry with linemates
- Why Andre refused to name team captains in youth hockey
Check out Hockey's Arsenal all over the web:
Website HockeysArsenal.com
Twitter @HockeysArsenal (@CoachRevak for Greg + @Daniel_Dukart for Dan)
Hockey IQ Podcast Spotify or Apple Podcasts or on our website
Instagram @HockeysArsenal
YouTube @HockeysArsenal
Facebook @HockeysArsenal
Newsletter HockeysArsenal.Substack.Com
