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.

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Our Kids Play Hockey

GIVEAWAY: From Gaming to Skating: Kazxi’s Journey into Hockey and Content Creation

November 12, 2025 • Our Kids Play Hockey

This week on The Wraparound Roundtable, we kick off the official 2025 season with content creator and rising hockey influencer Kazxi — and trust us, this episode is an inspiration for hockey dreamers of all ages.

🌟 Kazxi’s story is unlike any other:

From discovering hockey during the Tampa Bay Lightning’s back-to-back Stanley Cup runs to picking up a stick just before his 24th birthday, he’s proof that it’s never too late to fall in love with the game. Starting out by streaming video games and diving into short-form content creation, Kazxi’s passion has now evolved into a full-fledged hockey lifestyle — both online and on the ice.

🎬 In this episode, Lee Elias and Kazxi talk about:

Starting hockey as an adult and documenting every step
His evolution from Fortnite streamer to hockey storyteller
Why storytelling is the real backbone of content creation
Advice for kids (and adults!) who dream of becoming creators
The real challenges behind learning hockey for the first time
Why ANYONE can start playing — ball hockey, roller, or ice!

💬 Plus: Kazxi shares the never-before-told origin of his screen name, how he went viral after 45 days of near-zero views, and the heartfelt fan message that reminded him why he does what he does.

🎁 This Week’s Giveaway:

Green Biscuit
Puck Around
+ a Hockey Wraparound, selected by Kazxi himself!
🔗 Enter at hockeywraparound.com → Click the Wraparound Roundtable tab.

💥 REMEMBER:

There are TWO episodes each week, giving you TWO chances to win! Each entry also counts toward our grand prize, featuring a Sparx skate sharpener, team deodorizer sets, gear from Green Biscuit, Hockey Wraparound, and much more. Stay tuned for the next episode later today!

🎯 Total this season: 10 episodes, 10 chances to win.

📺 Follow @Kazxi on all platforms and check out his content, especially for his “Every Outdoor Rink” video series – it’s one of the most creative hockey projects out there today!

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