Hello Hockey Friends And Families Around The World!
The Our Kids Play Hockey family of podcasts is hosted by a team of expert hockey parents and coaches who deliver essential tips, strategies, and stories to help guide hockey families on and off the ice.
Recent Episodes
June 13, 2025
Are Skills Clinics Worth It? : A Parents Guide to Navigating Extra Ice
Are hockey skills clinics worth your time and money? 🏒💰 In this eye-opening episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, hosts Lee, Christie, and Mike tackle the hot topic of youth hockey skills clinics. From defining what makes a great clinic to navigating the sea of options, our expert panel shares insider t…
June 9, 2025
📬 Quick Update: Our Email Is Back Online!
Heads up, hockey families! We recently found out that our email— team@ourkidsplayhockey.com —was down for a while, and we may have missed your messages. The good news? It’s back up and running! If you’ve sent in questions, fe...
June 6, 2025
Do You Really Need Private Lessons?
Are private hockey lessons worth the investment for your young player? 🏒💰 In this eye-opening episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, hosts Lee, Christie, and Mike tackle the hot topic of private hockey lessons for youth players. From finding the right coach to balancing extra training with team practices…
June 4, 2025
TRTTR: How to Get the Most Out of Private Lessons
Private lessons can be a great way to grow your game—but only if you approach them the right way. In this Ride to the Rink, Lee shares advice directly with young players on how to make private coaching sessions truly valuable. From asking the right questions to tracking your progress off the ice, t…
June 4, 2025
The Ride to The Rink: Character Counts—On and Off the Ice
On this episode of The Ride To The Rink, Lee shares a simple story that left a big impression—and reminds every young player (and parent) why the way you act off the ice matters just as much as the way you play on it. After a...
May 30, 2025
Mailbag: Navigating AAA Costs, Team Culture, and When to Step Back
In this special mailbag episode of Our Kids Play Hockey , Lee and Mike dive into some powerful listener-submitted questions that hit at the heart of today’s youth hockey experience—from the overwhelming costs of AAA, to what ...
May 28, 2025
The Ride To The Rink: Build Something That Lasts With Syracuse Crunch Owner Howard Dolgan
On this episode of Ride to the Rink , we’re joined by a true hockey visionary— Howard Dolgon , founder and longtime owner of the Syracuse Crunch , who turned a dream into a franchise and a franchise into a legacy. Howard refl...