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.
Our Kids Play Hockey
Our Top-5 NHL Guest Episodes & What They’ve Taught Us About Youth Hockey Development
🏒 What can 400 episodes of hockey wisdom teach us about life, leadership, and the game we love?
In this milestone 400th episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, host Lee MJ Elias takes us on an exhilarating journey through the best moments and insights from NHL legends. From Hall of Famers to coaches and current GMs, this episode is a treasure trove of hockey knowledge that goes far beyond the rink.
🔥 Highlights Include:
- Bryan Trottier's powerful metaphor for team unity in a diverse hockey world
- "Iron Mike" Keenan's compassionate approach to coaching and leadership
- Chris "Bundy" Therien's refreshing take on why kids should really play hockey
- Steve Valiquette's game-changing perspective on mental toughness for goalies 🧠
- Daniel Briere's unique approach to being a hockey parent after life in the NHL 👨👦
Whether you're a coach, player, parent, or just a passionate fan, this episode is packed with actionable advice, heartwarming stories, and life lessons that will change how you see the game.
🎧 Don't miss this incredible compilation of hockey wisdom from some of the sport's most accomplished and insightful minds!
👉 For a quick recap of the top NHL lessons, check out the blog: Top 5 NHL Guests & What They Taught Us About Youth Development.
💬 Got questions or thoughts? Share them with us at team@ourkidsplayhockey.com.
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