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Three hockey parents (who all work in the game) share tips, tricks, and stories for the hockey community. Featuring: 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

Our Kids Play Hockey


    • Dec 6, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Latest episodes from Our Kids Play Hockey

    Cognitive Training for Youth Hockey: Engineering the Modern Player with ReactForge Founder Satoshi Takano

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 60:12


    The Ride To The Rink - The Gross Truth: How Bad Hygiene Hurts Your Hockey Performance

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 7:03


    GIVEAWAY: From Goalie Pads to Purpose - Ryan Beckmann on Mental Health, Hockey, and Healing

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 27:52


    This week on The Wraparound Roundtable, we sit down with Ryan Beckmann — father, coach, mental health advocate, and founder of The Last Save and Ultimate Goalie Showdown — to explore how hockey became the pathway for his recovery and his mission to help others heal.From ICU hospital visits to launching nationwide events with NHL players, Ryan shares how pain shaped his purpose — and how he's using the sport to support families and individuals battling mental health and addiction.

    GIVEAWAY: Slurpees, Skates & Viral Creativity - How DB16 Media is Redefining Hockey Content

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 22:34


    This week on the Wraparound Roundtable, we sit down with Danny Bdzoch, the creative mind behind DB16 Media, known for his viral 711 jersey shoot, custom gear concepts, and wildly unique content that's capturing the spirit of hockey one post at a time.Danny shares how a Christmas GoPro turned into a content career, why authenticity beats algorithm, and how he balances fun, fandom, and originality — all while fielding DMs from major brands and fans begging for his custom jerseys.

    Our Girls Play Hockey: Should Girls Learn to Hit in Hockey? PWHL Star Hayley Scamurra Breaks It Down

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 20:51 Transcription Available


    Too Many Coaches on the Bench? Youth Hockey's Loudest Problem.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2025 27:49 Transcription Available


    Bonus Deal Drop #4: Buy One, Get One Hockey Sticks (Mode Hockey)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 2:21


    This one's for the hockey gearheads and budget-savvy parents! In this episode, Lee introduces Mode Hockey, a brand creating elite-level sticks specifically built for youth players. With correct flex, shaft size, and kid-friendly curves, these true one-piece sticks are ideal for mites to intermediates. And right now, it's BOGO on all sticks—no code needed!

    Bonus Deal Drop #3: 35% Off Hockey Room Favorites (Ultimate Hockey Fans)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 1:59


    Transform your hockey home setup with this incredible Black Friday deal from Ultimate Hockey Fans! From custom ceiling fans to lamps and wall art, these one-of-a-kind heirlooms bring hockey fandom to life. Lee highlights how his own family uses these amazing pieces and shares an exclusive 35% off code (UHF35)—the deepest discount they've ever offered!

    Bonus Deal Drop #2: The Perfect Gift for New Hockey Families (Twig & Biscuit)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 2:24


    Looking for the ideal hockey gift for a young player or new hockey family? In this micro-episode, Lee introduces Twig & Biscuit: Learn to Play Hockey, an award-winning children's book co-authored with Paul Cohen. Perfect for ages 4–8, this beautifully illustrated book walks new players through getting dressed for the game. Plus, discover bonus merch like puck lamps and equipment checklists—only at TwigBiscuit.com!

    Bonus Deal Drop #1: Save 25% on Off-Ice Training (Hockey Wraparound)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 2:27


    Get ready to protect your sticks and your wallet this holiday season! In this special episode, Lee Elias shares a limited-time deal from Hockey Wraparound, the industry leader in off-ice stick protection. For four days only, you can get 25% off all Wraparound and Green Biscuit products—no code needed! Learn how this family-owned business is helping players train smarter and save money, and how supporting it helps keep Our Kids Play Hockey going strong.

    The Ride to The Rink: A Thanksgiving Tradition from Our Hockey Family to Yours!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 9:56 Transcription Available


    Wraparound Roundtable Update: Support Small Hockey Businesses!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 1:40 Transcription Available


    This week, Our Kids Play Hockey is taking a brief break from the Wraparound Roundtable giveaway series to celebrate the holiday season and encourage our community to support small and medium-sized hockey businesses.While there's no weekly giveaway this week, the grand prize is still on its way, and the full series continues soon!

    Our Girls Play Hockey: The Truth About Hockey-Life Balance (and Why It Might Not Exist)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 34:43 Transcription Available


    The Car Ride is STILL Not For Coaching

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2025 33:54 Transcription Available


    The Ride to the Rink: 10 Ways to See the Ice Like a Pro: Situational Awareness in Youth Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 10:31 Transcription Available


    GIVEAWAY - Beyond the Dangles: Pavel Barber on Obsession, Growth & The Truth About Skill Development

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 21:46


    Welcome to another Wraparound Roundtable — our holiday special series where we spotlight the biggest creators in the game and give away major prizes!This week, we're joined by the one and only Pavel Barber — stickhandling phenom, skills coach, and one of the most recognized names in online hockey content.

    GIVEAWAY: From Beer League to Viral Saves: Meet RSpike20, The Purple Goalie

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 16:44


    This week on the Wraparound Roundtable, we sit down with one of the most colorful personalities in hockey — literally. Known online as RSpike20, the Purple Goalie has taken the beer league world (and Instagram) by storm with his hilarious skits, mic'd-up moments, and genuine love for the game.

    Our Girls Play Hockey: Do Girls Take Hockey Coaching More Literally Than Boys?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2025 35:11 Transcription Available


    ✨ Do young girls take coaching more literally than boys? That's the big question we dig into on this week's episode of Our Girls Play Hockey!Lee, Mike, and Team USA's Hayley Scamurra share their coaching insights and personal experiences on how language, confidence, and context impact the way girls receive and process feedback compared to boys.From locker room dynamics to building trust, the panel gets real about what works (and what doesn't) when helping young female players thrive — and why it's not about coaching them differently, but coaching them better.

    The Hidden Stress of Being a Hockey Parent

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2025 54:49 Transcription Available


    The Ride to The Rink: Why Texting Might Be Hurting Your Game — And How to Fix It

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 11:46 Transcription Available


    GIVEAWAY: Breaking the Mold (and EA NHL): Hintsyy on Roller Hockey, Glitches, and Growing a Creative Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 31:06


    On this episode of The Wraparound Roundtable, we roll into an incredible conversation with Hintsyy, a roller hockey creator who's grown a community from the blacktop to the controller — and has become one of the funniest, most creative voices in hockey content today.

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 23:59


    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.

    The Ride to The Rink: Unlocking Your Potential Through Mindset Changes with Coach Nick Stoop

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 10:43 Transcription Available


    Why Your Kid Should Talk to the Coach (Not You!) - With Communication Expert Jen Fry

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2025 86:17 Transcription Available


    The Ride To The Rink: Don't Waste Your Tournament - Be the Teammate Who Brings Everyone Together

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 9:01 Transcription Available


    Inside the Influencer Era: Introducing the 2025 Wraparound Roundtable

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 9:07


    Welcome back to The Wraparound Roundtable – our annual celebration of the hockey community through giveaways, gratitude, and a glimpse behind the scenes of the creators who shape your kids' hockey universe.

    The Ripple Effect of Hockey Mentorship with Coach Nick Stoop

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 67:48 Transcription Available


    Tournament Turmoil: The Real Cost of Youth Hockey Tournaments

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2025 49:01 Transcription Available


    The Ride to the Rink: NHL Work Ethic Starts With You — Lessons From Flyers' Riley Armstrong

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 8:57 Transcription Available


    What separates good players from great ones? It's not talent — it's work ethic. In this inspiring episode of The Ride To The Rink, Lee and Mike sit down with Riley Armstrong, NHL Director of Player Development, to talk about what it really takes to level up your game — on and off the ice.From the long days at the rink to the unseen sacrifices parents make, Riley shares how NHL pros push through pain, fatigue, and setbacks — and how young players can learn to bring that same 100% effort every day.

    The Ride To The Rink: Handling Big Feelings From Frustration to Focus With PWHLer Gabbie Hughes

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 11:25 Transcription Available


    What Youth Hockey Can Learn From How NHL Players Develop with Flyers' Director of Player Development Riley Armstrong

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 63:09 Transcription Available


    The Ride to The Rink: Inside the Bauer Hub - TeamSnap's New Way to Level Up Your Game!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 9:34 Transcription Available


    Our Girls Play Hockey - Gabbie Hughes on Resilience, Leadership, and Mental Health in Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 61:56 Transcription Available


    How TeamSnap Is Impacting Youth Hockey with CEO Peter Frintzilas

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2025 46:40 Transcription Available


    The Ride to The Rink: Jack Han Explains the True Rewards of Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 8:29 Transcription Available


    From the NHL to Youth Rinks: Jack Han on the Future of Player Development

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2025 66:26 Transcription Available


    The Ride to The Rink - How to Compete AND Support: Ian Shane on Why Great Goaltenders Think About Others First

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 8:59 Transcription Available


    All Caps All Her: How Jessie Thompson is Growing Women's Hockey with the Washington Capitals

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 42:41 Transcription Available


    Our Kids Play Goalie - ECAC Goalie of the Year, Ian Shane on Mindset, Adversity, And Doing Your Best

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2025 68:57 Transcription Available


    The Ride to The Rink: Eat Like a Pro, Play Like a Pro with Enduraphin Co-Founders

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 7:24


    The Ride To The Rink - Be the Teammate Everyone Remembers: Lessons from Taylor Heise & Hayley Scamurra

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 10:02 Transcription Available


    What makes a truly great teammate? It's not just about scoring goals or making big plays—it's about how you treat the people around you.In this episode of The Ride to the Rink, PWHL stars Taylor Heise and Hayley Scamurra share powerful stories about what it means to be the kind of teammate that others never forget. From offering encouragement and building confidence to accepting challenges and learning from mistakes, they remind us that being a great teammate is about character, respect, and care for others.Taylor talks about the importance of surrounding yourself with people who lift you up and challenge you, while Hayley reflects on how different influences (both tough love and warm support) helped shape her into the player and person she is today.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why the best teammates aren't always the most skilledHow encouragement and honesty both make teams strongerThe balance between surrounding yourself with cheerleaders and challengersWhy confidence in others is just as important as confidence in yourselfThe simple ways you can make a teammate's day—on or off the iceNo matter your age or skill level, this episode is a reminder: you don't need hockey skills to be a great teammate—you just need to care.

    The Ride To The Rink - More Than a Hockey Player: Taylor Heise & Hayley Scamurra on Identity and Balance

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 10:19 Transcription Available


    It's easy to get caught up in hockey and start thinking the sport defines who you are. But in this episode of The Ride to the Rink, two PWHL stars—Taylor Heise and Hayley Scamurra—share why you're always more than just a hockey player.They open up about the roles and hobbies that keep them grounded: being sisters, daughters, and aunts… baking, puzzles, pickleball, family time, and even online shopping. Both remind us that while hockey is important, it can't be the only thing that defines you.Parents—this one's for you too. Taylor and Hayley share wisdom on how you can support your child's hockey journey without making their performance their entire identity. The most powerful words you can say? “I love you no matter what.”What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why it's vital to build an identity beyond hockeyHow hobbies and passions outside the rink make you a better person (and player)Advice for parents on setting healthy expectations for their kidsThe importance of attitude, effort, and being a great teammate over statsHow pros like Taylor & Hayley find balance in their busy livesWhether you're a young player dreaming big or a parent navigating the hockey grind, this episode is a reminder that hockey is something you do—not who you are.

    PWHL Star Taylor Heise on Resilience, Olympic Dreams & The Future of Women's Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 28:21 Transcription Available


    How do you balance Olympic dreams, pro hockey pressure, and still find joy in the game?

    PWHL Star Taylor Heise on Leadership, Legacy & Giving Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2025 31:19 Transcription Available


    The Ride to The Rink: Unlocking Creativity on Ice with Christian Grunnah

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 9:02 Transcription Available


    Power Skating Expert Christian Grunnah on Breaking Bad Habits Transforming Your Skating Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2025 64:18 Transcription Available


    The Ride To The Rink: Mastering the Hockey-Life Balance as a Young Player

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 9:10 Transcription Available


    Breaking Barriers, Building Belonging: Blake Bolden's Mission to Grow the Game of Hockey

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 52:39 Transcription Available


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