The Ride To The Rink Episodes

These episodes are recorded specifically for the youth hockey players who are looking to sharpen their edges on the way to their games and practices. Tune in for motivation and advice from the Our Kids Play Hockey team and legends from in and around the game of hockey.
The Ride to The Rink: Why Texting Might Be Hurting Your Game — And How to Fix It
Nov. 12, 2025

The Ride to The Rink: Why Texting Might Be Hurting Your Game — And Ho…

🎙️ “Okay.” “K.” “👍.” Sound familiar? In this week’s episode of The Ride To The Rink , Mike and Lee tackle one of the sneakiest challenges facing young hockey players today — texting instead of talking . From locker room group...

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The Ride to The Rink: Unlocking Your Potential Through Mindset Changes with Coach Nick Stoop
Nov. 10, 2025

The Ride to The Rink: Unlocking Your Potential Through Mindset Change…

Ready to revolutionize your young hockey player's mindset? 🏒💪 "The Ride to the Rink" serves up a game-changing episode packed with insights from PWHL star Hayley Scamurra and Coach Nick Stoop. They tackle the tough questions: How do you keep the love for hockey alive? What's the secret to performin…

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The Ride To The Rink: Don't Waste Your Tournament - Be the Teammate Who Brings Everyone Together
Nov. 5, 2025

The Ride To The Rink: Don't Waste Your Tournament - Be the Teammate W…

🎙️ Tournament season is here — are your kids really getting the most out of it? This week on The Ride To The Rink, Lee, Christie, and Mike unpack one of youth hockey’s biggest opportunities (and challenges): tournament weekends. From nerves and hotel boredom to team bonding and leadership, this epi…

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The Ride to the Rink: NHL Work Ethic Starts With You — Lessons From Flyers' Riley Armstrong
Oct. 29, 2025

The Ride to the Rink: NHL Work Ethic Starts With You — Lessons From F…

What separates good players from great ones? It’s not talent — it’s work ethic. In this inspiring episode of The Ride To The Rink , Lee and Mike sit down with Riley Armstrong , NHL Director of Player Development, to talk abou...

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The Ride to The Rink: Inside the Bauer Hub - TeamSnap’s New Way to Level Up Your Game!
Oct. 22, 2025

The Ride to The Rink: Inside the Bauer Hub - TeamSnap’s New Way to Le…

🎧 Ready to make your hockey game stronger — on and off the ice? In this episode of The Ride to the Rink, the crew welcomes Pete, CEO of TeamSnap, to talk about their exciting new partnership with Bauer Hockey and the launch of the Bauer Hub inside the TeamSnap app! 🚀 Pete breaks down how this new h…

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The Ride to The Rink: Jack Han Explains the True Rewards of Hockey
Oct. 15, 2025

The Ride to The Rink: Jack Han Explains the True Rewards of Hockey

🎧 What’s the true return on investment in hockey? Spoiler alert: it’s about so much more than scholarships and pro contracts. This week on The Ride To The Rink , we welcome back our friend Jack Han — former NHL development co...

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The Ride to The Rink - How to Compete AND Support: Ian Shane on Why Great Goaltenders Think About Others First
Oct. 8, 2025

The Ride to The Rink - How to Compete AND Support: Ian Shane on Why G…

🚨 What’s the most underrated skill in hockey? It’s not speed. It’s not saves. It’s not even scoring goals. According to pro goalie Ian Shane (Cornell standout, now playing at the pro level), the real game-changer is being a g...

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The Ride to The Rink: Eat Like a Pro, Play Like a Pro with Enduraphin Co-Founders
Oct. 1, 2025

The Ride to The Rink: Eat Like a Pro, Play Like a Pro with Enduraphin…

🥑🏒 What if your pre-game snack was the difference between skating strong or running out of gas halfway through the game? In this week’s episode of The Ride to the Rink , we’re tackling something every young player can control...

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The Ride To The Rink - More Than a Hockey Player: Taylor Heise & Hayley Scamurra on Identity and Balance
Sept. 24, 2025

The Ride To The Rink - More Than a Hockey Player: Taylor Heise & Hayl…

It’s easy to get caught up in hockey and start thinking the sport defines who you are. But in this episode of The Ride to the Rink , two PWHL stars— Taylor Heise and Hayley Scamurra —share why you’re always more than just a h...

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The Ride to The Rink: Unlocking Creativity on Ice with Christian Grunnah
Sept. 17, 2025

The Ride to The Rink: Unlocking Creativity on Ice with Christian Grun…

Ready to unlock your hockey potential? 🏒✨ "Ride to the Rink" serves up a game-changing episode on creativity in skating and hockey. Guest Christian Grunnah from Grow Up Power Skating drops wisdom bombs that'll revolutionize your approach to the ice. Ever wondered how off-ice activities could level …

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The Ride To The Rink: Mastering the Hockey-Life Balance as a Young Player
Sept. 10, 2025

The Ride To The Rink: Mastering the Hockey-Life Balance as a Young Pl…

Ready to level up your hockey game—and your life? 🏒💪 "Ride to the Rink" drops some serious wisdom bombs for young players looking to crush it on and off the ice. Hosts Lee MJ Elias and Mike Bonelli serve up a power play of tips on creating killer routines and managing time like a pro. Want to impre…

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The Ride to The Rink: Bringing Your B Game Every Night with Bobby Robins
Sept. 3, 2025

The Ride to The Rink: Bringing Your B Game Every Night with Bobby Rob…

Ready to unlock the secret to consistent performance in hockey? 🏒💪 Former pro player Bobby Robins shares game-changing advice from NHL coach Bruce Cassidy on "Ride to the Rink" with host Lee MJ Elias. Whether you're a young player chasing your dreams or a parent supporting from the sidelines, this …

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The Ride to The Rink - 5 Things a Day: Bobby Robins’ Formula for Hockey and Life Success
Aug. 27, 2025

The Ride to The Rink - 5 Things a Day: Bobby Robins’ Formula for Hock…

Ready to level up your hockey game? 🏒 Former NHL player Bobby Robins shares his playbook for success on and off the ice in this game-changing episode of "Ride to the Rink"! Ever wonder what it really takes to make it to the b...

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The Ride to The Rink - Late Bloomers and Early Stars - Different Paths to Hockey Success
July 23, 2025

The Ride to The Rink - Late Bloomers and Early Stars - Different Path…

🏒 Are you a young hockey star or struggling to find your place on the ice? This episode of "Ride to the Rink" is your game-changer! Lee MJ Elias and Mike Bonelli serve up a power play of wisdom for players at every level. From goal-scoring phenoms to those still finding their stride, there's someth…

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The Ride to The Rink - Comfort Over Cost: Building Confidence with the Right Equipment
July 16, 2025

The Ride to The Rink - Comfort Over Cost: Building Confidence with th…

🏒 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 na…

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The Ride to The Rink - Mistakes Not To Make This The Summer
July 9, 2025

The Ride to The Rink - Mistakes Not To Make This The Summer

☀️ Are you making the most of your summer—or 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 make—and how to avoid them. From over-scheduling…

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The Ride to the Rink - Are You Spending Time or Investing It?
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 it’s hockey, school, or life off the ice, young athl...

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The Ride to The Rink - Hall of Fame Lessons from Brianna Decker: What Matters Most in Youth Hockey
June 30, 2025

The Ride to The Rink - Hall of Fame Lessons from Brianna Decker: What…

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 …

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The Ride to The Rink - Backyard Drills to The NHL with Matt Moulson
June 25, 2025

The Ride to The Rink - Backyard Drills to The NHL with Matt Moulson

🏒 Ready to unlock your hockey potential without breaking the bank? NHL veteran Matt Moulson joins "Ride to the Rink" to share game-changing tips for young players looking to level up their skills—no fancy equipment required! From DIY shooting ranges to water balloon target practice, this episode is…

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The Ride To The Rink - Skills Clinics
June 18, 2025

The Ride To The Rink - Skills Clinics

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The Ride to The Rink: Character Counts—On and Off the Ice
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...

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TRTTR: How to Get the Most Out of Private Lessons
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…

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The Ride To The Rink: Build Something That Lasts With Syracuse Crunch Owner Howard Dolgan
May 28, 2025

The Ride To The Rink: Build Something That Lasts With Syracuse Crunch…

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...

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The Ride to the Rink: World Champion Caroline Harvey on Habits That Build Champions
May 21, 2025

The Ride to the Rink: World Champion Caroline Harvey on Habits That B…

Team USA gold medalist and NCAA champion Caroline Harvey joins us for a special Ride to the Rink episode—and she’s talking directly to young players chasing big goals. Whether you dream of playing high school, college, or eve...

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