Our Kids Play Hockey
Our Kids Play Hockey is a podcast that focuses on youth hockey, offering insights, stories, and interviews from the hockey community. It provides valuable advice for parents, coaches, and players, covering various aspects of the game, including skill development, sportsmanship, teamwork, and creating a positive experience for young athletes. The show frequently features guests who share their expertise and personal experiences in youth hockey, both on and off the ice.
The show features three hockey parents, who all work in the game at high levels:
- Christie Casciano-Burns - USA Hockey Columnist, Author, and WSYR Anchor
- Mike Bonelli - USA Hockey Coach and Organizational Consultant
- Lee M.J. Elias - Hockey Entrepreneur, Author, and Team Strategist
In addition to the main podcast, there are several spin-off series that dive into specific aspects of youth hockey:
1.Our Girls Play Hockey – This series highlights the growing presence of girls in hockey, addressing the unique challenges they face while celebrating their accomplishments and contributions to the sport.
2.The Ride to The Rink – A shorter, motivational series designed to be listened to on the way to the rink, offering quick, inspirational tips and advice to help players and parents get into the right mindset before a game or practice.
3.Our Kids Play Goalie – This series is dedicated to young goalies and the unique challenges they face. It provides advice for players, parents, and coaches on how to support and develop young goaltenders, focusing on the mental and physical demands of the position.
Together, these shows provide a comprehensive platform for parents, players, and coaches involved in youth hockey, offering insights for all aspects of the sport, from parenting, playing, or coaching to specialized positions like goaltending.
Episodes
The Ride to the Rink: 10 Ways to See the Ice Like a Pro: Situational Awareness in Youth Hockey
GIVEAWAY - Beyond the Dangles: Pavel Barber on Obsession, Growth & The Truth About Skill Development
GIVEAWAY: From Beer League to Viral Saves: Meet RSpike20, The Purple Goalie
Our Girls Play Hockey: Do Girls Take Hockey Coaching More Literally Than Boys?
The Hidden Stress of Being a Hockey Parent
The Ride to The Rink: Why Texting Might Be Hurting Your Game — And How to Fix It
GIVEAWAY: Breaking the Mold (and EA NHL): Hintsyy on Roller Hockey, Glitches, and Growing a Creative Life
GIVEAWAY: From Gaming to Skating: Kazxi’s Journey into Hockey and Content Creation
The Ride to The Rink: Unlocking Your Potential Through Mindset Changes with Coach Nick Stoop
Why Your Kid Should Talk to the Coach (Not You!) - With Communication Expert Jen Fry
The Ride To The Rink: Don't Waste Your Tournament - Be the Teammate Who Brings Everyone Together
Inside the Influencer Era: Introducing the 2025 Wraparound Roundtable
The Ripple Effect of Hockey Mentorship with Coach Nick Stoop
Tournament Turmoil: The Real Cost of Youth Hockey Tournaments
The Ride to the Rink: NHL Work Ethic Starts With You — Lessons From Flyers' Riley Armstrong
The Ride To The Rink: Handling Big Feelings From Frustration to Focus With PWHLer Gabbie Hughes
What Youth Hockey Can Learn From How NHL Players Develop with Flyers' Director of Player Development Riley Armstrong
The Ride to The Rink: Inside the Bauer Hub - TeamSnap’s New Way to Level Up Your Game!
Our Girls Play Hockey - Gabbie Hughes on Resilience, Leadership, and Mental Health in Hockey
How TeamSnap Is Impacting Youth Hockey with CEO Peter Frintzilas
The Ride to The Rink: Jack Han Explains the True Rewards of Hockey
The Ride to the Rink: Jessie Thompson on Overcoming the "I Don't Wanna" Days
From the NHL to Youth Rinks: Jack Han on the Future of Player Development
The Ride to The Rink - How to Compete AND Support: Ian Shane on Why Great Goaltenders Think About Others First
All Caps All Her: How Jessie Thompson is Growing Women’s Hockey with the Washington Capitals