Sport
NHL
Novus Global · Case Study
Stu Skinner
A 19-year-old goaltender had the talent and none of the consistency. Six years later he was starting in the Stanley Cup Finals.
$8M+
first NHL contract
Stu Skinner · Edmonton Oilers
01 — At a Glance
The engagement, on the record.
Team
Edmonton Oilers
Position
Goaltender
Contract
$8M+
02 — The Challenge
The challenge.
At 19, Stu Skinner had the talent but was stuck. He was inconsistent, felt the pressure, doubted himself, and played it safe.
03 — The Work
The work.
A single call with a Meta Performance™ sport coach turned into a six-year partnership: mental resilience under pressure, accountability and work ethic, leadership on the team, and a long-term vision for the career.
04 — The Result
The result.
He became the Oilers’ starting goaltender ahead of schedule, made Calder Trophy finalist, signed his first $8M+ contract, and helped force a Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Finals.
$8M+
first NHL contract
05 — Start the Conversation
Every result here started with one leader asking a harder question. If you’re ready to find out what your team is capable of, we’re ready to get to work.