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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
July 16, 2025
The Ride to The Rink - Comfort Over Cost: Building Confidence with the Right Equipment
š Ready to gear up for hockey season without breaking the bank? "Ride to the Rink" hosts Lee MJ Elias and Mike Bonelli tackle the age-old question: Does expensive equipment make a better player? Spoiler alert: It doesn't! This episode is packed with practical advice for young players and parents naā¦
July 11, 2025
A Complete Guide to the 5 Levels of USA Hockey Coaching Education Program (CEP)
š Ever wondered what it takes to become a top-notch youth hockey coach? In this eye-opening episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, hosts Lee MJ Elias and Mike Bonelli take you on an exhilarating journey through the USA Hockey Coaching Education Program (CEP). From rookie coaches to seasoned veterans, thiā¦
July 9, 2025
The Ride to The Rink - Mistakes Not To Make This The Summer
āļø Are you making the most of your summerāor just skating through it? In this empowering episode of The Ride to the Rink, Lee MJ Elias, Christie Casciano, and Mike Bonelli break down the top five summer mistakes that young hockey players and families makeāand how to avoid them. From over-schedulingā¦
July 4, 2025
The Top 5 Mistakes Hockey Parents Make In The Summer (And How to Avoid Them)
Are you making these 5 summer hockey mistakes with your kids? šāļø In this eye-opening episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, Lee MJ Elias, Christie Casciano, and Mike Bonelli reveal the top five mistakes hockey parents make during the summerāand how to avoid them before they derail your childās developmeā¦
July 2, 2025
The Ride to the Rink - Are You Spending Time or Investing It?
In this episode, Lee shares a powerful concept from a conversation with longtime coach and mentor Pete Whitney: the difference between time spent and time invested. Whether itās hockey, school, or life off the ice, young athl...
June 30, 2025
The Ride to The Rink - Hall of Fame Lessons from Brianna Decker: What Matters Most in Youth Hockey
What does a Hockey Hall of Famer really think youth hockey players need to succeed? On this special Ride to the Rink, We spotlight key insights from none other than Brianna Decker, fresh off her induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame. From elite playing days to coaching the next generation, Decker ā¦
June 27, 2025
What Skills Should My Kid Have at Their Age? A Parentās Guide to Youth Hockey Development
āIs my kid where theyāre supposed to be?ā Itās one of the most common questions we hearāand this week on Our Kids Play Hockey, Lee, Christie, and Mike break it all down with a level-headed, age-by-age guide to youth hockey development. Whether your player is just learning to stand on skates or prepā¦