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Sept. 26, 2023

Catching Up With Teenage Entrepreneur Martin Negron And Duzter Armor

In this special mid-week edition of our show - Martin Negron, the young entrepreneur who, along with his father, created Duzter Armor checks back in to share some amazing updates after their first year on the market. Their in...

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Sept. 23, 2023

The Unexplored Side of Reward Systems in Youth Sports

Ever wondered if it's a good idea to pay your young hockey player each time they score a goal? Join in on our discussion challenging the practice of financial payouts in youth hockey. We dig into the implications and how such...

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Sept. 16, 2023

High School Hockey Tournaments From Planning to Execution with Flyers…

Ever wonder what goes into organizing a high school hockey tournament like the Flyers Cup? Eric Tye joins us this week as the President of the Flyers Cup. He takes us on a journey through the meticulous season-long preparatio...

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Sept. 9, 2023

When Should Parents Retreat from Coaching Youth Hockey?

Ever wondered when it's the right time for a parent to step back from coaching their child's sports team? Mike and Lee dig into this pressing question, examining how family dynamics, team requirements, and the individual expe...

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Sept. 2, 2023

Cultivating a Competitive Culture in Youth Hockey

Ever wonder how to keep the fun and competitive spirit alive in youth hockey? This week we draw on our experiences to discuss the art of fostering a vibrant, competitive culture among young players. We share practical strateg...

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Aug. 19, 2023

Applying Lessons Learned At The Rink To Parenting with John Boruk

In this episode, we delve into legendary sportscaster John Boruk's remarkable journey in the world of hockey and how he seamlessly translates his professional sports experiences into valuable parenting insights. From pre-game...

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Aug. 12, 2023

The Impact of Mentorship, On The Ice And Beyond, With Bill Cahill And…

Embark on a remarkable journey that started with childhood dreams and culminated in Olympic glory on this week’s episode of Our Kids Play Hockey as we explore the life of Pete Sears, a member of the 1972 US Olympic hockey tea...

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Aug. 5, 2023

Balancing Sports & Entrepreneurship with Max Rutkowski

Imagine being the Captain of multiple teams, being a senior in high school, owning and operating two companies, all while trying to earn the gaze of colleges and scouts. Our guest today is doing just that. Max Rutkowski is an...

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July 29, 2023

Redefining Success in Youth Hockey: Why The Score Isn't The Most Impo…

Discover a fresh perspective on youth hockey success in this episode. We delve into an unconventional approach that prioritizes personal growth over the final score. By shifting the focus away from just the outcome of winning...

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July 22, 2023

Championing Women in the Game of Ice Hockey with Michelle Billingsley

Ever wondered how one woman could change the game of ice hockey? Let me introduce you to our guest, Michelle Billingsley, a true pioneer in women's ice hockey. In our conversation, Michelle narrates her groundbreaking experie...

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July 15, 2023

3 Things Your Kids Should Say To You Before They Take The Ice

One of our most popular episodes was titled “3 things to say to your kids before they take the ice.” Today we are reversing it. Here’s “3 things your kids should say to you before they take the ice.” Grab your kids, grab some...

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July 8, 2023

Emotional Endurance With Dr. Alicia Naser

Ever wonder how NHL players workout their minds? Our guest this week, Dr. Alicia Naser, is an expert behavioral coach for pro athletes who works with NHL, junior and collegiate athletes and coaches, amongst others, to build m...

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July 1, 2023

NHLer, Olympian, and World Junior Champion Adrien Plavsic

Imagine playing in D1 college, the world junior championships (and winning gold) and then competing in the Olympics in just 5 years. Then having an NHL and international career after. Our guest, Adrien Plavsic, did just that....

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June 24, 2023

Introducing Hockey Through Education With Caroline Potolicchio of the…

There are a lot of ways to have a professional career in hockey aside from playing. Our guest this week, Caroline Potolicchio, is a former Division 1 hockey player and is the current Director of Fan Development for the Washin...

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June 10, 2023

Making Things Happen with New York Ranger Legend Stéphane Matteau

Matteau! (I’m not gonna shout it more than that). We are honored to be joined this week by NHL Alum and NY Rangers Legend Stéphane Matteau. In this episode we dive into the trials and tribulations of being hockey Dad to two c...

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