Our Kids Play Hockey
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 AnchorMike Bonelli - USA Hockey Coach and Organizational ConsultantLee M.J. Elias - Hockey Entrepreneur, Author, and Team StrategistIn 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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Apr 29, 2023 • 1h 1min
Changing The Game With Coach John O'Sullivan
John O'Sullivan, an award-winning author and acclaimed speaker, discusses reframing development in youth sports, the stigma of prioritizing elite teams, qualities of great coaches, importance of discipline, valuing teammates, and the impact of team spirit.
Apr 26, 2023 • 6min
The Ride To The Rink: Practice Like You Play
In our first episode of our new micro-podcast, we cover the concept of "practicing like you play" and how your ability to maintain a mentality to give your best all the time, with everything you do, is a pathway to becoming a better person and athlete. Runtime: Approx. 4 minutesFollow @LeeMJElias for more coaching perspectives on trust, teamwork, and sports. Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!Our Kids Play Hockey is powered by NHL Sense Arena! 🚨 Big news—Dangle Pro is here, the world’s first mixed-reality stickhandling trainer. Using Meta Quest, players dangle through live 3D obstacles, earn points, and build faster hands with their head up. Officially licensed by the NHL and trusted by USA Hockey, it’s the future of training. Sign up at SenseArena.com/OKPH with code OKPH for $25 off an annual subscription. 🏒Have A Topic You Want Us To Cover? Let us know!Please Be Sure To Subscribe & Leave A Review For Us On Apple Podcasts, doing so helps our show grow!Follow Us On Social Media: Facebook Group X Instagram LinkedIn YouTube
Apr 22, 2023 • 1h 17min
Our Kids Play Goalie: Prepping Your Goaltenders With David Ayres
Imagine being thrown into net during an NHL game without any warm-up and very little heads up. Our guest, David Ayres, did just that - and won.Many of you will remember when he took over our hockey news feeds for a short time in 2020 after he stepped into a game for the Carolina Hurricanes as an EBUG. On today’s episode of Our Kids Play Goalie, we dive in deeper beyond that moment and into David’s life as a hockey coach to explore his thoughts on the importance of preparation and a coach's role in achieving that.Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!Our Kids Play Hockey is powered by NHL Sense Arena! 🚨 Big news—Dangle Pro is here, the world’s first mixed-reality stickhandling trainer. Using Meta Quest, players dangle through live 3D obstacles, earn points, and build faster hands with their head up. Officially licensed by the NHL and trusted by USA Hockey, it’s the future of training. Sign up at SenseArena.com/OKPH with code OKPH for $25 off an annual subscription. 🏒Have A Topic You Want Us To Cover? Let us know!Please Be Sure To Subscribe & Leave A Review For Us On Apple Podcasts, doing so helps our show grow!Follow Us On Social Media: Facebook Group X Instagram LinkedIn YouTube
Apr 15, 2023 • 1h 15min
Anthems, Antarctica, And Work Ethic With Lauren Hart and Todd Carmichael
Who does your child get their work ethic from?In the Carmichael-Hart household there’s no shortage of examples of hard work for their children. Lauren Hart and Todd Carmichael are both Philadelphia legends in their own right, but beyond all their personal accolades they are hockey parents - and that’s exactly what we brought them on our show to talk about.--Look what y'all did! Our Kids Play Hockey has been named the BEST HOCKEY PODCAST of 2022 and it's all thanks to our amazing community! This is what we call a total team win and we're absolutely honored to have been recognized.We promise to continue to bring you our award winning hockey conversations, each and every week - be sure to tune in!Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!Our Kids Play Hockey is powered by NHL Sense Arena! 🚨 Big news—Dangle Pro is here, the world’s first mixed-reality stickhandling trainer. Using Meta Quest, players dangle through live 3D obstacles, earn points, and build faster hands with their head up. Officially licensed by the NHL and trusted by USA Hockey, it’s the future of training. Sign up at SenseArena.com/OKPH with code OKPH for $25 off an annual subscription. 🏒Have A Topic You Want Us To Cover? Let us know!Please Be Sure To Subscribe & Leave A Review For Us On Apple Podcasts, doing so helps our show grow!Follow Us On Social Media: Facebook Group X Instagram LinkedIn YouTube
Apr 8, 2023 • 1h 4min
Choosing The Right Youth Hockey Coach
How do you decide what kind of coach is the right fit for your kid?Mike and Lee breakdown some of the best qualities to look for when joining a new hockey program. Do you need a Level-5 USA Hockey instructor or is a parent volunteer coach the way to go? What factors will help you decide?Leave a comment in our group with your thoughts and let us know how you’re choosing the right coach for your athlete this season.Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!Our Kids Play Hockey is powered by NHL Sense Arena! 🚨 Big news—Dangle Pro is here, the world’s first mixed-reality stickhandling trainer. Using Meta Quest, players dangle through live 3D obstacles, earn points, and build faster hands with their head up. Officially licensed by the NHL and trusted by USA Hockey, it’s the future of training. Sign up at SenseArena.com/OKPH with code OKPH for $25 off an annual subscription. 🏒Have A Topic You Want Us To Cover? Let us know!Please Be Sure To Subscribe & Leave A Review For Us On Apple Podcasts, doing so helps our show grow!Follow Us On Social Media: Facebook Group X Instagram LinkedIn YouTube
Apr 1, 2023 • 54min
Our Kids' Hockey Seasons Are Over - A Review Of The 2023 Youth Hockey Season
How would you summarize the 2023 youth hockey season?As this season comes to a close, we talk about moving up (or graduating - CONGRATS Sophia and Christie!!!), thoughts on coaching styles, adversities conquered, coaches gifts, and where our kids are headed next. Be sure to join our Facebook group and share a post with your own season in review! We want to know what went right, what went wrong, and where you’re headed too! Go to https://www.facebook.com/groups/ourkidsplayhockey/ to join now if you’re not already a member!--Hockey friends and families, we need your help!We have been honored with a nomination for the 2023 Hockey Podcast of the year with the Sports Podcast awards. Like most things, we need our team community to help us win.Click the link below, create a free account, and vote for our show. (Navigating to the awards tab, selecting vote, and then the hockey category.)Our team is dedicated to bringing you the best advice and information for your youth hockey journey and we would not be here without your trust in us.Thank you for your continued support of Our Kids Play Hockey!Vote Now: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!Our Kids Play Hockey is powered by NHL Sense Arena! 🚨 Big news—Dangle Pro is here, the world’s first mixed-reality stickhandling trainer. Using Meta Quest, players dangle through live 3D obstacles, earn points, and build faster hands with their head up. Officially licensed by the NHL and trusted by USA Hockey, it’s the future of training. Sign up at SenseArena.com/OKPH with code OKPH for $25 off an annual subscription. 🏒Have A Topic You Want Us To Cover? Let us know!Please Be Sure To Subscribe & Leave A Review For Us On Apple Podcasts, doing so helps our show grow!Follow Us On Social Media: Facebook Group X Instagram LinkedIn YouTube
Mar 24, 2023 • 1h 22min
The Path To College Hockey With The Hockey Think Tank
Are you on the path to college hockey?Topher Scott and Jeff LoVecchio of The Hockey Think Tank podcast talk with us this week about what you can do to set yourself up for success when working towards college hockey.Both Topher and Jeff are former NCAA athletes. Jeff played professionally after college and now impacts athletes of all ages through his personal training. Topher has worked both at the college level as a coach at Cornell University and now as the Director of Hockey Operations at the University of Michigan. Together they host The Hockey Think Tank which has served as a top resource for hockey families and coaches since 2018.--Hockey friends and families, we need your help!We have been honored with a nomination for the 2023 Hockey Podcast of the year with the Sports Podcast awards. Like most things, we need our team community to help us win.Click the link below, create a free account, and vote for our show. (Navigating to the awards tab, selecting vote, and then the hockey category.)Our team is dedicated to bringing you the best advice and information for your youth hockey journey and we would not be here without your trust in us.Thank you for your continued support of Our Kids Play Hockey!Vote Now: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/--Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!Our Kids Play Hockey is powered by NHL Sense Arena! 🚨 Big news—Dangle Pro is here, the world’s first mixed-reality stickhandling trainer. Using Meta Quest, players dangle through live 3D obstacles, earn points, and build faster hands with their head up. Officially licensed by the NHL and trusted by USA Hockey, it’s the future of training. Sign up at SenseArena.com/OKPH with code OKPH for $25 off an annual subscription. 🏒Have A Topic You Want Us To Cover? Let us know!Please Be Sure To Subscribe & Leave A Review For Us On Apple Podcasts, doing so helps our show grow!Follow Us On Social Media: Facebook Group X Instagram LinkedIn YouTube
Mar 18, 2023 • 46min
How To Prepare For The Next Age Level
Is your kid(s) moving to the next age level this coming season?The gang dives right into how to prepare for that on this week’s episode of Our Kids Play Hockey. --Hockey friends and families, we need your help!We have been honored with a nomination for the 2023 Hockey Podcast of the year with the Sports Podcast awards. Like most things, we need our team community to help us win.Click this link, create a free account, and vote for our show. (Navigating to the awards tab, selecting vote, and then the hockey category.)Our team is dedicated to bringing you the best advice and information for your youth hockey journey and we would not be here without your trust in us.Thank you for your continued support of Our Kids Play Hockey!Vote Now: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!Our Kids Play Hockey is powered by NHL Sense Arena! 🚨 Big news—Dangle Pro is here, the world’s first mixed-reality stickhandling trainer. Using Meta Quest, players dangle through live 3D obstacles, earn points, and build faster hands with their head up. Officially licensed by the NHL and trusted by USA Hockey, it’s the future of training. Sign up at SenseArena.com/OKPH with code OKPH for $25 off an annual subscription. 🏒Have A Topic You Want Us To Cover? Let us know!Please Be Sure To Subscribe & Leave A Review For Us On Apple Podcasts, doing so helps our show grow!Follow Us On Social Media: Facebook Group X Instagram LinkedIn YouTube
Mar 16, 2023 • 1h 21min
Our Kids Play Goalie: Finding the Physical and Mental Edge in Goaltending with Former Pro Paul Cohen
Listen to this episode if you want to unlock some incredible insight into what goes on between the pipes. 🥅Paul Cohen joins us this week to discuss the physical and mental edge that goaltenders need in order to compete in the crease. He gives valuable insight to the position as we discuss how coaches can incorporate goalies more in practice, and thoughts on our favorite debate - should the goal size be adaptive depending on age?Paul is a former AHL (Champion), ECHL & Div. 1 NCAA goaltender whom today is the head coach of the Puerto Rican Men’s National Team, and is the owner of Ultimate Hockey Fans. This month's Our Kids Play Goalie is here to “save” 🤦♂️ the day.--Hockey friends and families, we need your help! We have been honored with a nomination for the 2023 Hockey Podcast of the year with the Sports Podcast awards. Like most things, we need our team community to help us win.Click this link, create a free account, and vote for our show. (Navigating to the awards tab, selecting vote, and then the hockey category.)Our team is dedicated to bringing you the best advice and information for your youth hockey journey and we would not be here without your trust in us. Thank you for your continued support of Our Kids Play Hockey!Vote Now: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/ --Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!Our Kids Play Hockey is powered by NHL Sense Arena! 🚨 Big news—Dangle Pro is here, the world’s first mixed-reality stickhandling trainer. Using Meta Quest, players dangle through live 3D obstacles, earn points, and build faster hands with their head up. Officially licensed by the NHL and trusted by USA Hockey, it’s the future of training. Sign up at SenseArena.com/OKPH with code OKPH for $25 off an annual subscription. 🏒Have A Topic You Want Us To Cover? Let us know!Please Be Sure To Subscribe & Leave A Review For Us On Apple Podcasts, doing so helps our show grow!Follow Us On Social Media: Facebook Group X Instagram LinkedIn YouTube
Mar 11, 2023 • 59min
Do You Need A Break From Hockey??
Should we be taking a break this spring? It’s a question that’s on the minds of a lot of hockey families right now. Ask yourself - Do YOU want a break? Does your kid want a break? Its okay to take time away from the ice if your answer is yes, and it might actually be more beneficial to your child’s development.Make sure to listen to this week’s episode before you sign your hockey players up for their spring or summer season!Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!Our Kids Play Hockey is powered by NHL Sense Arena! 🚨 Big news—Dangle Pro is here, the world’s first mixed-reality stickhandling trainer. Using Meta Quest, players dangle through live 3D obstacles, earn points, and build faster hands with their head up. Officially licensed by the NHL and trusted by USA Hockey, it’s the future of training. Sign up at SenseArena.com/OKPH with code OKPH for $25 off an annual subscription. 🏒Have A Topic You Want Us To Cover? Let us know!Please Be Sure To Subscribe & Leave A Review For Us On Apple Podcasts, doing so helps our show grow!Follow Us On Social Media: Facebook Group X Instagram LinkedIn YouTube
