Dustin Vogelgesang

Husband, Father & Hastings Boys Hockey Head Coach - Executive Director Minnesota Hockey Coaches Association -UW-River Falls Falcon Football Alumni

[Dustin Vogelgesang @CoachVogie]

Protect, Promote & Educate!
#CommunityBased #MNHockey

[Topher Scott @HockeyThinkTank]

We talk about the Minnesota youth hockey model a lot, and so I get asked about it a lot. Why does Minnesota have not only the most players, but why do they develop the most elite players as well?

One of the main reasons is that the path is simple to understand for players and families. You get into the game playing for your town, you play for your town all the way into high school, and then you go to junior/college hockey if you’re good enough.

In so many other places, the path is confusing. Do I play town or club? When do I make the jump to AAA? Do I stay with the organization in my city or do I go to another club? What tier of hockey is right for my kid?

The amount of options and decisions often leads to FOMO, confusion, decision fatigue, and a burnout for players and families. It also leads to a lot of jersey chasing and organization hopping rather than playing for something bigger than you, which is huge for a development of a love for the game.

If we can simplify the path, tiers can work together rather than against each other, and create a model where families can better understand the path to help their kids achieve their dreams, our sport will grow and we will develop more elite players. We talked all about this on our latest podcast on what we’ve learned about youth hockey.

[Dustin Vogelgesang @CoachVogie]

@B1Gfootball @GopherFootball This will never get old....

[Minnesota Football @GopherFootball]

For the Floyd of Rosedale 〽️🐷

Relive Saturday’s Win vs. No. 15 Iowa 🎥

#RTB #SkiUMah #Gophers

[Zachary Shatek @Zack_Shatek]

After much thought, prayer, and conversations with my family, I’ve decided to decommit from South Dakota State University. I’m grateful to the SDSU coaching staff for always believing in me.

Thank you to my family, coaches, teammates, trainers, and everyone who has supported me throughout this journey.

I’m blessed and excited to stay close to home, compete in the Big Ten!

I’m 100% committed to the University of Minnesota! 🏈
@Coach_Fleck @_MoIbrahim @GopherFootball @madisonaroberge @Shakes_Gophers @KramerCook @RyanBurnsMN @AllenTrieu @Marcus_R_Fuller @SportsandLeader @UnderdogPerfor1 @rshaver11 @AustinSchaffer2 @tucksports

#RTB #SkiUMah

[Dustin Vogelgesang @CoachVogie]

@joey_gerlach has been an Animal all season long!

[FOX College Football @CFBONFOX]

Joey Gerlach comes up with a HUGE interception for @GopherFootball

[Dustin Vogelgesang @CoachVogie]

Ski U Mah. Row The Boat. Go Gophers!

[Minnesota Wild @minnesotawild]

Earlier this year, Mason Schroeder, who is battling cancer, signed a contract to join the Minnesota Wild family. Tonight, we stand with Mason and everyone affected by cancer as we play for Hockey Fights Cancer. 💜

[Dustin Vogelgesang @CoachVogie]

What a game! #NDvsBYU I love college football!

[Barstool Sports @barstoolsports]

PJ Fleck. Ultimate Football Guy.

[Ryan Smith @RyanQualtrics]

“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you."
-Anne Lamott
#Sundaythought

[Minnesota Hockey Coaches Association (MHCA) @MNHocCoachAssn]

Star-studded group of Minnesota Hockey Coaches Association 2026 Hall of Famers and award nominees included the trio of, from left, Wild CEO Matt Majka and state-tourney winning coaches Lee Smith (Eden Prairie) and Mike Randolph (Duluth East). More photos: https://t.co/0vlypsT4KU

[Minnesota Hockey Coaches Association (MHCA) @MNHocCoachAssn]

Get to know this year's MHCA Hall of Fame class before Friday's induction ceremony. We put together a flipbook with the full induction ceremony program — every honoree's story, in one place. Flip through it here: https://t.co/LiffyrpjXE

[Minnesota Hockey Coaches Association (MHCA) @MNHocCoachAssn]

The MHCA honors its 2026 award winners and Hall of Fame class Friday at Grand Casino Arena, between periods of Wild-Stars. Cliff Thompson Award: Jon Bittner. HOF: Matt Majka, Mike Randolph, Greg Rajanen, Frank Senta, Lee Smith, Mike Taylor. https://t.co/3LATznRsNg

[Minnesota Football @GopherFootball]

"I think @joey_gerlach is one of the most important football players we have on this football team."

#RTB #SkiUMah #Gophers

[Will Compton @_willcompton]

These are coaches you want to play for

[NA3HL @NA3HL]

Ivan Schmitz snipes one and increases the @westbendpower lead to 3-0! 🚨

💻: https://t.co/eL60sBH8A1

[Minnesota Hockey Coaches Association (MHCA) @MNHocCoachAssn]

https://t.co/YcoJXTN6sx

[Minnesota Football @GopherFootball]

“[@joey_gerlach] is one of the most respected young men in the locker room.”

Watch The @Coach_Fleck Show all season long on the FOX LOCAL app and on @FOX9

#RTB #SkiUMah #Gophers

[Coach AJ 🎯 Mental Fitness @coachajkings]

Andy Reid shares the 4 things that players crave the most - and it's not what you think.

"They want consistency. So I try to make it as consistent as possible."

"But most of all, in your relationship with them, they don't want you to tell them a lie. They want the truth."

"Sometimes the truth is good. And sometimes it's not so good. But they want that."

You can't build a strong relationship without consistency and honesty.

"I've found over the years that's the best way - as tough as it is for a coach - to tell somebody that's giving you their all every day, and they're making a living at this, that listen... you're not going to make it here."

The hardest conversations are often the most important ones.

"I try to give them the whys."

Don't just deliver the news. Explain it. Help them understand.

People want to be respected and they want to trust you. Give them:
1. Direction
2. Consistency
3. The Truth
4. The Why's

By doing this, you build connection, trust, and a strong relationship as a result.
(🎥@HeadCoachU with Bronco Mendenhall)

[USA Hockey @usahockey]

The Under-17 #FourNations Tournament Champions: Team USA🇺🇸

[Minnesota Hockey Coaches Association (MHCA) @MNHocCoachAssn]

Centennial HS is search for their next HC: https://t.co/JOS9nlRyYC