Our Kids Play Hockey Episodes
The Car Ride is STILL Not For Coaching
🚗 Every hockey parent has been there. The game ends, emotions run high, and before you know it — the “coaching” starts before the gear’s even off. In one of our most revisited and requested topics, Lee, Mike, and Christie ret...
The Hidden Stress of Being a Hockey Parent
💭 Feeling the weight of being a hockey parent? You’re not alone. In this heartfelt and honest episode, Lee Elias , Christie Casciano-Burns , and Mike Bonelli open up about the mental and emotional load that comes with youth h...
Why Your Kid Should Talk to the Coach (Not You!) - With Communication…
💬 “If your kid’s frustrated about ice time, this episode is your playbook for turning conflict into connection.” Today, Lee and Mike sit down with Jen Fry — a sports educator, inclusion consultant, and communication strategis...
Tournament Turmoil: The Real Cost of Youth Hockey Tournaments
💸 Ever felt like youth hockey tournaments are taking you for a ride? You’re not alone. This week, Lee Elias, Christie Casciano-Burns, and Mike Bonelli go full “60 Minutes” mode to uncover the real cost of tournaments — from m...
How NHL Pros Develop (And What That Means for Youth Players) with Fly…
🎙️ Ever wonder what “player development” really means — beyond the buzzword? This week on Our Kids Play Hockey, we sit down with Riley Armstrong, the Director of Player Development for the Philadelphia Flyers, to talk about how great players are truly made — from youth hockey to the pros. Riley’s j…
How TeamSnap Is Impacting Youth Hockey with CEO Peter Frintzilas
🚨 The App Every Hockey Parent Knows (and Needs!) — Inside TeamSnap with CEO Peter Frintzilas Ever wonder what it’s like to run the app that runs youth sports? In this week’s episode, the OKPH crew sits down with Peter Frintzilas, CEO of TeamSnap — hockey dad, tech leader, and the man helping 25+ mi…
From the NHL to Youth Rinks: Jack Han on the Future of Player Develop…
🎧 What really separates players who make it to the next level from those who don’t? This week, we welcome back Jack Han — former Toronto Maple Leafs staff member, player development consultant, and author of the Hockey Tactic...
The Power of Proper Fueling in Youth Hockey with Enduraphin Founders …
🏒 Are you fueling your young hockey star for success or setting them up for a nutritional penalty? In this game-changing episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, Lee, Mike, and Christy team up with nutrition powerhouses Danny Drake and Mike Dalberth from Enduraphin to crack the code on youth hockey nutriti…
PWHL Star Taylor Heise on Leadership, Legacy & Giving Back
Ready to discover how champions are made—even when the path isn’t perfect? 🏒🔥 Taylor Heise, PWHL star and Team USA forward, joins Our Kids Play Hockey to share her incredible origin story—from picking up hockey at age 8 in a small Minnesota town to becoming the first-ever #1 overall pick in the PWH…
Power Skating Expert Christian Grunnah on Breaking Bad Habits Transfo…
🎙️ Is Your Child's Skating Holding Them Back on the Ice? 🏒 In this game-changing episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, power skating expert Christian Grunnah joins Lee and Christie to unlock the secrets of elite skating skills. From when to start training to debunking myths about NHL superstars, Christi…
Mastering the Student-Athlete Life: Balancing School and Hockey
Can your child be a star on the ice and in the classroom? 🏒📚 In this game-changing episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, hosts Lee MJ Elias and Mike Bonelli tackle the ultimate challenge faced by young hockey players and their parents: balancing academic excellence with athletic ambition. From managing …
Starting the Season Strong: Setting Your Hockey Family Up for Success
🏒 Are you ready to dominate the ice this season? In this game-changing episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, hosts Lee MJ Elias and Mike Bonelli reveal the secrets to starting the hockey season with unstoppable momentum. From mindset hacks to practical preparation tips, they're serving up a power play o…
They Were Ready To Quit Hockey...Until This Changed Everything!
Is your child's love for hockey fading? 🏒💔 In this eye-opening episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, Lee, Christie, and Mike tackle the crucial issue of burnout in youth hockey. Through a heartwarming listener story and expert insights, they explore how to reignite the passion for the game and create a …
The Ultimate Team Bond: 20 Years of Lessons Packed into One Course
Every great hockey season starts with one thing: team chemistry. But how do you actually build it? After two decades of leading team-building sessions for coaches, athletes, and organizations worldwide, Lee has distilled his ...
Our Top-5 Episodes w/ Expert Voices & What They Taught Us About the B…
🏒 What does it take to raise a champion on and off the ice? In this milestone 400th episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, host Lee Elias takes us on an exhilarating journey through the best non-NHL guest insights that have shaped the world of youth hockey. From ESPN legends to Olympic gold medalists, th…
Our Top-5 Episodes For Youth Hockey Parents & What They Reveal About …
Are you ready to unlock the secrets of successful hockey parenting? 🏒 As part of our celebration for 400 episodes of Our Kids Play Hockey, host Lee MJ Elias serves up a power play of wisdom from five top episodes for parents. From tryout truths to screen time struggles, we're breaking down the boar…
Our Top-5 episodes for Youth Hockey Coaches & What They Teach About L…
🏒 What's the secret sauce behind 400 episodes of hockey coaching wisdom? As part of our celebration for 400 episodes of Our Kids Play Hockey, we're serving up a power play of insights from our top five coaching conversations! Join host Lee MJ Elias as he skates through game-changing advice that'll …
Our Top-5 Episodes for Youth Hockey Players & What They Say About Min…
🏒 Ready to unlock the secrets of hockey success from NCAA to the pros? As part of our celebration for 400 episodes of Our Kids Play Hockey, host Lee MJ Elias serves up a power play of wisdom from five favorite player-focused episodes. From conquering pre-game jitters to impressing coaches, this hig…
Our Top-5 NHL Guest Episodes & What They’ve Taught Us About Youth Hoc…
🏒 What can 400 episodes of hockey wisdom teach us about life, leadership, and the game we love? In this milestone 400th episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, host Lee MJ Elias takes us on an exhilarating journey through the best moments and insights from NHL legends. From Hall of Famers to coaches and c…
Do Early Hockey Stars Stay Ahead?
🏒 Is your young hockey star destined for greatness, or are they just an early bloomer? In this eye-opening episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, hosts Lee MJ Elias, Christie Casciano Burns, and Mike Bonelli tackle the complex world of youth hockey development. From extra ice time advantages to the emerg…
Behind A Savage Shift: The NHL Lessons Bobby Robins Is Sending to Hoc…
🏒 What if you could get NHL-level advice delivered straight to your inbox? In this game-changing episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, host Lee MJ Elias teams up with former NHL player Bobby Robins to unveil a revolutionary email newsletter series designed to transform your hockey journey. From the lock…
A Complete Guide to the 5 Levels of USA Hockey Coaching Education Pro…
🏒 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, thi…
The Top 5 Mistakes Hockey Parents Make In The Summer (And How to Avoi…
Are you making these 5 summer hockey mistakes with your kids? 🏒☀️ 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 summer—and how to avoid them before they derail your child’s developme…
What Skills Should My Kid Have at Their Age? A Parent’s Guide to Yout…
“Is my kid where they’re supposed to be?” It’s one of the most common questions we hear—and 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 prep…