Coaching Connor McDavid w/ Jay Woodcroft | 32 Thoughts Pop-Up Edition

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  • Опубліковано 15 бер 2023
  • Edmonton Oilers head coach Jay Woodcroft joins Elliott Friedman and Jeff Marek to discuss coaching Connor McDavid & Leon Draisaitl and much more on 32 Thoughts: Pop-Up Edition.
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    Coaching Connor McDavid w/ Jay Woodcroft | 32 Thoughts Pop-Up Edition
    For almost 20 years, Jay Woodcroft has held several coaching positions. From being Mike Babcock’s video coach in Detroit to Todd McLellan’s assistant in San Jose and Edmonton, Woodcroft now finds himself leading the high-powered Edmonton Oilers after spending four seasons with their AHL team, Bakersfield Condors. Jeff and Elliotte chat with Jay about his playing career and how he found himself behind the bench, coaching McDavid and Draisaitl, the length of a good video session, his style of play, coaching 3-on-3 hockey, lessons he picked up along the way from other great coaches, video sessions with Yzerman and Datsyuk, and he talks about his favourite podcasts.
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  • @DoppaD
    @DoppaD Рік тому +34

    Man, I love Jay... Such an intelligent, personable, and well-spoken guy. I feel fortunate that he's coaching my favorite team.

  • @jiminjasper1934
    @jiminjasper1934 Рік тому +132

    As an Oiler faithful fan - and also a longtime admirer of Dave Tippett - I immediately took to Jay's outward intelligence and cerebral outlook of things. This interview only reinforces my first impression. Jay's a really clever, cool dude ... 😎

    • @ezgezg8618
      @ezgezg8618 Рік тому

      🍻

    • @pronto1153
      @pronto1153 Рік тому

      @@Mitch-ui8ps I think Tippet cared more about the smoke he was about to suck in on intermissions

  • @bighanseno
    @bighanseno Рік тому +7

    I actually met Jay on the weekend at an event in Edmonton. He came across as such a personable guy and repeatedly said how well my staff member did. Got the chance to shake his hand and tell him how well the team is playing. Great to meet him and just a great guy. This interview shows it well

  • @nicobenitez4937
    @nicobenitez4937 Рік тому +23

    Who else wanted this interview to continue... amazing coach.

    • @joetoh6675
      @joetoh6675 11 місяців тому

      Yes, looking forward to Part 2, and 3, and...

  • @ryandymond2195
    @ryandymond2195 Рік тому +45

    Jay is a lucky guy, being McDavid's coach means he gets a front row seat to history in the making. Woodcroft is a great coach. He took a struggling team last season and turned them into Stanley Cup contenders.

    • @BlackMasakari
      @BlackMasakari Рік тому +3

      Evander Kane helped "a little" too, but Jay is awesome, i agree .

    • @siddiq106
      @siddiq106 11 місяців тому +1

      I wouldn't call Jay lucky. He worked really hard to get where he's at.

  • @shelleysikorski2366
    @shelleysikorski2366 Рік тому +14

    What a fantastic interview...watch his media interviews everyday, but one of the things I love about Jay is how eloquently he speaks and his photographic memory !

    • @joetoh6675
      @joetoh6675 11 місяців тому +1

      He's so diplomatic and a great people-person.

  • @Mandt6
    @Mandt6 Рік тому +84

    This was a fantastic interview and a great view into Jay's mind - he seems brilliant and confident! Great interview, glad I watched it rather than listened while cooking supper later! :P

    • @ice4077
      @ice4077 Рік тому +1

      I meant to listen earlier and didn't find the time. I am currently listening also while cooking supper. Glad I watched the video instead.
      Woody has been a breath of fresh air to the Oilers and I am so happy we have him.

  • @alainbourdon2736
    @alainbourdon2736 Рік тому +18

    A great communicator is the most important asset for a coach.

  • @jeffflunder7192
    @jeffflunder7192 Рік тому +11

    Jay is an exceptionally well spoken human being. When he talks, you want to listen and learn what he has to say. As an Oiler fan, feel very fortunate to have this guy in our corner. Remarkabel human being. Imagine what kind of world we would live in if more people were like him.

  • @Rssco
    @Rssco Рік тому +42

    Jay Woodcroft seems like an exceptional coach very intelligent and has put in the time and somebody players want to play for

  • @johnnyc.31
    @johnnyc.31 Рік тому +9

    Jay Woodcroft is a breath of fresh air after years of holding a breath. His intelligence & Hockey IQ are unquestionable, and his steadiness in communication is admirable. I hope the Oil keep him for a long time and empower him to develop the team his way.

  • @StonedSpagooter
    @StonedSpagooter Рік тому +16

    This team is special man

  • @jeniasmackay7931
    @jeniasmackay7931 Рік тому +5

    Thanks for having this interview!

  • @mrfake675
    @mrfake675 Рік тому +9

    Great interview. Woodcroft has a gift for the gab.

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому +15

    Leon is a sniper with a scope 😂

  • @theAV8R
    @theAV8R Рік тому +3

    I already listened to the audio pod twice, and now I see it on video?! Hell yeah!

  • @dianedyck3474
    @dianedyck3474 Рік тому +10

    The one thing no one ever mentions is the contribution by glen gulackson our offensive coach!…he has done a tremendous job with our offense year after year!

  • @spectralflop823
    @spectralflop823 Рік тому +27

    The best & most handsome coach in the league. I’m sure it doesn’t get any better then that. Plus he coaches the goat himself. What a stud!

    • @Greenfrom3
      @Greenfrom3 Рік тому +3

      Let's be real. He ain't the most handsome. Good coach, not an attractive looking dude though lol.

    • @ostrich..
      @ostrich.. Рік тому +8

      @@Greenfrom3 dont get too raddled regarding a compliment on a mans appearance lmaoi

    • @Tribuneoftheplebs
      @Tribuneoftheplebs 11 місяців тому

      ​@@Greenfrom3 if your type is seth macfarlane then hes a 10 😏

    • @dana102083
      @dana102083 11 місяців тому +1

      @@Tribuneoftheplebs maybe seth mcfarlane and seth rogan had a love child ha ha

  • @TylerFrankel4
    @TylerFrankel4 Рік тому +11

    Jay is so beyond smart and Jeff really did a great job of asking the right questions. Great interview boys.

  • @ezgezg8618
    @ezgezg8618 Рік тому +2

    🍻 from Edmonton..
    Best HeadCoach in a very long time

  • @soyeux27
    @soyeux27 11 місяців тому +1

    D'excellentes questions posées par les intervieweurs --- regardez-les boire les paroles de Woodcroft. Très bonne entrevue!

  • @nilocblue
    @nilocblue Рік тому +2

    Very well spoken and seems very intelligent, and clearly has a genuine love for the sport.

  • @justinduncan3291
    @justinduncan3291 Рік тому +14

    How did they get the man to sit?

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому +4

    Leon finds space like no one else 🎯😁

  • @mattmakuta
    @mattmakuta Рік тому +6

    Brilliant guy

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому +1

    Heard about 32 thoughts but Wow i can't wait 😂 for the rest of this🇨🇦

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    I love this honesty 😁

  • @yegman
    @yegman Рік тому +17

    Woody the goat

  • @emeraldmeat
    @emeraldmeat 5 місяців тому

    Im not an oiler fan at all, but Jay is the perfect coach for this team, they sure mesh well together and seem to have brought out much more success since hes been hired. Enjoyed this interview.

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому +1

    What a level headed coach😁✔

  • @natashabradley232
    @natashabradley232 Рік тому +8

    Just a class act guy! I am blessed to be friends with him and his family!

  • @squig808
    @squig808 Рік тому +14

    A Scholar , Athlete, and Gentleman. This is the least “hockey coach” interview I’ve ever watched.
    Evidence : I came away with a new history podcast to consume 😊

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    Thankyou for this 🇨🇦✔😮

  • @sb5350
    @sb5350 11 місяців тому

    Very insightful, intelligent coach. Great interview. Go Oilers Go!

  • @luksocat
    @luksocat Рік тому +1

    Great interview... Dan Carlin hardcore history WW1 felt more vivid than any movie I've ever watched on war.

  • @simondaughtry4619
    @simondaughtry4619 Рік тому +1

    High quality .... 10 out of 10 Jay Woodcroft.

  • @jleif7736
    @jleif7736 10 місяців тому

    As a Wings fan, since my team is struggling I tend to really root for the Oilers now. They really remind me of the greatness of my Wings. Not to mention the guys in the organization like Woodcroft, Kenny Holland who were there in the Red and White when we were great.

  • @GKMasterYT
    @GKMasterYT Рік тому +1

    Great Vid!

  • @xenaluck
    @xenaluck Рік тому +3

    10 years and many cups from now let's check back and see how this ages.

  • @gillesleduc6363
    @gillesleduc6363 Рік тому +12

    Coaching McDavid!?! "Are your skates sharp? Here's the puck".

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому +1

    This is awesome 😁

  • @RajBauer
    @RajBauer 11 місяців тому

    This interview was so good I listened to it first and then watched it later. I wanted Woody as a coach for the Oilers for so long and I was glad Holland came to his senses and got rid of Tip when he did.

  • @DarrenShaw-ev5tb
    @DarrenShaw-ev5tb Рік тому +7

    The OIL are Lucky to have him ! ( imo

  • @handle11141
    @handle11141 10 місяців тому

    well Jay seems like a great guy, I hope I get to meet him soon!

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    Love this coach 😂🇨🇦

  • @rinzzler366
    @rinzzler366 Рік тому +3

    Who would of thought that a younger coach that still has colour in his hair would be better than most coaches left from the 2000s that are still in top coaching positions

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    Another great question 😅

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    Marek you nailed it 🎯😁

  • @fossetteful
    @fossetteful 11 місяців тому

    i love this man

  • @jeniasmackay7931
    @jeniasmackay7931 Рік тому +1

    Very cool journey!

  • @deanlewis745
    @deanlewis745 11 місяців тому +1

    As a Oiler fan since the 70s I have no reason to believe the oilers don’t have the best coach in the teams history right now in Jay Woodcroft the future is bright in oil town.

  • @cheesybacon1000
    @cheesybacon1000 Рік тому +7

    The Oilers and Oilers fans alike are so lucky this guy is at the helm. Only a matter of time now.

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    Great question ✔

  • @Gylfie70
    @Gylfie70 11 місяців тому +1

    In Jay we trust, this is the guy.

  • @squidsupreme
    @squidsupreme Рік тому

    Nice Sid pull! I didn't do too good on my box of OPC...did get an ace of hearts and a Calder trophy patch. But it is cheap so might get another box! Thanks for the rip!

  • @adamgulamhusein8768
    @adamgulamhusein8768 Рік тому +5

    New Glen Sather

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому +4

    The greatest thing about these Oilers is they could care less about individual accomplishments 🎯😁

  • @robmoen4609
    @robmoen4609 Рік тому

    Those mics aren't really there, are they?

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    Short and sweet ⚡🇨🇦

  • @zachbursey2929
    @zachbursey2929 Рік тому +3

    stud coach

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    Stevie Y snipped us 😂😂

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому +1

    Leon is a Leader 😁

  • @friendlypenguinlinards2094
    @friendlypenguinlinards2094 11 місяців тому +1

    This is inspiring. Great interview.

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    This podcast legendary 😂

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому +1

    Inspired Ambitions 😁

  • @NicoCdawg
    @NicoCdawg Рік тому +6

    jay W oodcroft

  • @NewEnqland
    @NewEnqland Рік тому

    Someone link the WWI podcast he was talking about

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    Geeat attitude is key✔

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому +1

    Boy's on the bus 😂are back😂

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    We need characters in our game 😂🥊🇨🇦🇺🇸

  • @Mirage1k
    @Mirage1k Рік тому +2

    Go oilers, baby

  • @AutoMattic1911
    @AutoMattic1911 Рік тому +3

    W 32 Thoughts W Woodcroft

  • @mainemceachern1521
    @mainemceachern1521 11 місяців тому +2

    There's a reason why Woodcroft has helped bring so much success to the Oilers: both his IQ and EQ are higher than virtually any other Oilers coach.

    • @joetoh6675
      @joetoh6675 11 місяців тому

      Agree, IQ+EQ, bang on.

  • @m.hrabanek8557
    @m.hrabanek8557 Рік тому +3

    Great interview. Woody has definitely paid his dues to be a head coach in the NHL.

    • @joetoh6675
      @joetoh6675 11 місяців тому +1

      👍 He racked up a good CV, and he understands and loves sports.

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    Great question 😂😂

    • @eggrolll
      @eggrolll Рік тому

      Who are you talking to? Do you have dementia?

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому +2

    Ken Holland thankyou ✔

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    Tough question 😂😂🇨🇦

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому +1

    Perfect😂

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    Adam graves the kid line🥊🇨🇦

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    That portends a way forward 😂✔🇨🇦

  • @rona6063
    @rona6063 Рік тому +2

    What a handsome, handsome man.

  • @todd4112
    @todd4112 11 місяців тому

    Isn't babcock coaching university hockey now ? wow what a 360 for these guys !

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    Love Kane he will produce just what we need 🥊😁✔

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    Kurri had this gift with Gretz🥊🇨🇦

  • @elle3839
    @elle3839 11 місяців тому

    Jay honestly seems like he would be the baby of the family 😅ilhsm!

  • @shawnmccloskey916
    @shawnmccloskey916 Рік тому +3

    Until watching this, I hadn't realized how little I've actually liked the Edmonton Oilers coaches the past 20 years. Jay's a good egg...
    That power move after winning against Calgary was also pretty endearing

  • @Porkleaker
    @Porkleaker 11 місяців тому

    Woodcfot and Dan Carlin mentions? wow,,,,,I'm gonna go with woody for now, he's on fireeeeee

  • @joetoh6675
    @joetoh6675 11 місяців тому +2

    My first impression of JW as an assistant was that he was too soft-arsed to be a head coach. But the typical NHL player has evolved, and now I see he has the qualities to become one of the NHL's best. Yeah those Ferraris in the driveway help, but I think he'd be good at the helm at any point of a team's bust-boom cycle.

    • @Tribuneoftheplebs
      @Tribuneoftheplebs 11 місяців тому

      One thing that helps is the locker room in Edmonton isnt young and immature. These are the best players in the NHL and all they want is to win the Stanley. They dont need a hard ass coach because McDavid, Leon, Nuge, Nurse are big enough voices in the room. Not all teams are blessed with 4 guys that could all wear the C.. (lookin at you Calgary with 0 guys I would make the captain 😄.) I think thats a team that really needed a Sutter and thats why he did well last year.

    • @Tribuneoftheplebs
      @Tribuneoftheplebs 11 місяців тому

      This stable lockeroom is also why I wasnt worried about Evander Kane and wanted him badly. Those 4 guys would be able to work with him and keep him on the straight and narrow

    • @joetoh6675
      @joetoh6675 11 місяців тому +1

      @@Tribuneoftheplebs I'll believe that they are not immature when they prove it. So far so good.

    • @dana102083
      @dana102083 11 місяців тому

      @@Tribuneoftheplebs well that didnt age 3 days lol sutter just got fired!!

    • @Tribuneoftheplebs
      @Tribuneoftheplebs 11 місяців тому

      @@dana102083 not Sutters fault that Hubby scored 50 points or that Kadri basically stopped trying at the end of the season!

  • @jakeeasy
    @jakeeasy Рік тому

    Woody is a beauty.

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    😂this is gold 😂

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    I love 3 on 3 😂😂

    • @Greenfrom3
      @Greenfrom3 Рік тому

      You prob made them $20 with all your comments lol

  • @ricardo9013
    @ricardo9013 11 місяців тому +1

    where did Seth Mcfarlane learn so much about hockey?

  • @mississaugaicedogs
    @mississaugaicedogs Рік тому +1

    And the Babcock coaching tree continues... now if they all could get Stanley Cup rings as HCs

  • @walrusswaagg6827
    @walrusswaagg6827 Рік тому

    Go oilers baby

  • @lkkjhg45
    @lkkjhg45 Рік тому +2

    wow hes so handsome

  • @lily_ebt
    @lily_ebt 10 місяців тому

    I suggest we all built ourselves our own way. Ton pique, que ce soit un dame, un as, un 2, j'men balance.

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    You need posession on 3 on 3 ⚡✔🤣

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    Love paul maurice ✔

  • @rickrobitaille8809
    @rickrobitaille8809 Рік тому

    WOW😂

  • @claudedupont7432
    @claudedupont7432 11 місяців тому +1

    We re lucky to have him in Edmonton.