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“It's in the fire of adversity that our character is forged.”
- Walter Aguilar
From Timbits to Harvard:
The Ben Charette Story
By Walter Aguilar - Mental Mindset Coach
From the humble beginnings of street hockey in Aurora, Ontario, to the hallowed halls of Harvard University, Ben Charette’s journey is a testament to perseverance, passion, and the power of self-belief.
Unapologetically Tommy
"You don’t need permission to be great. You just need the courage to be real.” —Walter Aguilar
April 12, 2025. A date that will be forever etched in Tommy Budnick’s heart. That was the day he got the call most young hockey players only dream about. The general manager of the Pittsburgh Penguins
offered him a contract to play for their AHL farm team, the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins. Here’s the part that hits deep: it happened on the anniversary of his grandfather’s passing, who was a big supporter of his hockey dream. That wasn’t just a coincidence.
Tommy's Three Thoughts of Wisdom for Younger Players
Every Wolf Has His Day!
Some of the most successful people are those who have something to prove to someone.
Dustin embodies the qualities of an underdog. Undersized by today’s hockey goalie standards, many did not believe he had what it took to be a professional hockey goalie in the NHL. Despite facing doubters at every level, he excelled at every level he advanced to. He has an impressive resume. The NHL represents his ultimate challenge.
Dustin is a goalie who believes in his ability to not think and just become the game. As his mental performance coach since his time with the Everett Silvertips (WHL) and when he took over the starting role in his second season. I have had the privilege of watching him learn and grow throughout the years. I can still recall our first Zoom chat, where I told him he was going to be the best Dustin Wolf he could be. That is what he has done and continues to do, one game at a time.
What is COR.E Performance Dynamics?
COR.E Performance Dynamics is a coaching model designed to help individuals and organizations achieve their full potential. It is based on the idea that there are certain "core energies" that drive human behavior and performance, and that by understanding and optimizing these energies, individuals and organizations can improve their overall performance effectiveness.
The program is based on the principles of neuroscience, psychology, energy leadership, management, and performance science, and it is designed to help people understand their motivations, beliefs, and behaviors.
The program includes assessments that help individuals and organizations identify their strengths and weaknesses in emotional awareness and outer awareness. It also provides tools and techniques to help players and coaches improve their performance. These tools may include goal-setting, visualization, mindfulness, meditation, and other mindset-enhancing techniques that are designed to help individuals and teams achieve their goals.
Overall, COR.E Performance Dynamics is a comprehensive coaching program that is designed to help people unlock their full potential and achieve their goals in their athletic, personal, and professional lives.
"I attended a camp a few years ago when Walt lectured about the mental part of the game. A lot of what Walt said really struck a chord with me. I've sent a number of my goalies to work with Walt since then.
I have had Walter speak at my last 3 Pacific District High Performance Goalie camps. He has really found a way to connect with our 14-year-old goalies."
We are finding that younger and younger kids are struggling with the pressures that come with playing goalie. Without a way for them to deal with their thoughts and emotions, we may lose them from the position. Walter has continued to modify his approach and made it easier to help our goalies. The four disciplines of an elite goalie and the reflection questions have simplified the process of helping goalies with their mindset management."
Darin Campbell - August 2025
Pacific District Goalie Coach in Chief
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Mindful Engaged Energy is the Key!
"Be aware and conscious as you perform. Don’t just do your best, be your best.
Be Present, Be Powerful, Be You!
Energy is the key driver to performance. Our thoughts create this energy. Our ability to engage our energy in the moment increases our awareness and consciousness, this allows us to be able to play up to our maximum potential on any given day.
Interested, What Next?
If you are interested in 1-1, group coaching or a team webinar presentation, please feel free to book a complimentary 30-minute zoom or phone meeting to chat and explore the possibility of working together.
Congratulations to The Wolf Family
Dustin Wolf has officially made the opening night roster of the Calgary Flames. It’s been quite a journey but he has had a great success posse to support him. Mike and Michelle Wolf have been there for the journey and allowed me to be his mental performance coach since his day with the Everett Silvertips of the WHL. He has also had great goalie and hockey coaches to help his development. Many said he was too small to play professional hockey but he has done nothing but proved them all wrong. Well done Dustin!
Congratulations to the Ho Family
Recently Cedric Ho won his first game 4-1 as goalie for the Washington Huskies and was team MVP of the game.
Jason also won 4-1 as goalie for the Yale Academy U-17 AAA team and was first star of the game.
Both Eric and Crystal Ho, couldn’t be more proud of their boys!
2023 Year-end chats with Anna Dosenbach, Sahil Panwar and Dylan Anderson
Anna Dosenbach
Sahil Panwar
Dylan Anderson
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