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Ice Hockey In Puerto Rico has recently made headlines with their participation, and victory, in the Amerigol Latam Cup. Our guest today, Scott Vargas, has been working hard to help grow the game for Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. He shares his hockey story and the mission behind Ice Hockey Puerto Rico. Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! We're powered by NHL Sense Arena! NHL Sense Arena, is a virtual reality training game designed specifically to improve hockey sense and IQ for both players a...

Based on an article from USA Hockey's October 2021 edition - Christie, Mike, and Lee discuss the 5 tips given to ensure the best youth hockey practices. Tune in now to hear their professional advice and opinions on what you should and shouldn't do when it comes to practice! Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! We're powered by NHL Sense Arena! NHL Sense Arena, is a virtual reality training game designed specifically to improve hockey sense and IQ for both players and goalies. Experience the next...

Former NHL Captain, Bryce Salvador, recently made the decision to forfeit a championship game in lieu of putting his 12u team's mental health first following a traumatic injury to not one but two of their teammates. He opens up on what went into his decision, the push back and support he has received, and the conversations that he hopes to see in the youth hockey culture moving forward. Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! We're powered by NHL Sense Arena! NHL Sense Arena, is a virtual reality...

Everyone knows that big wins are a ton of fun, but what should coaches and teams look to do in the days following the big win? Lee raised this question to both Mike and Christie who both shared valuable insight from their experiences. Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! We're powered by NHL Sense Arena! NHL Sense Arena, is a virtual reality training game designed specifically to improve hockey sense and IQ for both players and goalies. Experience the next generation of off-ice training in VR wi...

Before you leave for your young athlete's practice or game today, take a moment to think about what they're putting in their bodies and the impact it may have on their game. Coach Mariah Fujimagari has had over 20 years experience in and around the game of hockey and has devoted her professional life to educating young players and their families on the importance of nutrition when it comes to performance on the ice! Be sure to follow Coach Mariah's nutrition team online - https://youngeliteathl...

This 8x Gold Medalist guest should serve as an anchor in all of our lives. From a super young age he has worked hard to be the best at what he does and achieve his dreams. Josh Pauls is the captain of Team USA's Sled Hockey Team, and he joined us this week to talk about his journey in the game of hockey and how it has shaped his life. Be sure to check out Josh's book, "Lesson's Learned: My Journey To The Podium" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Lessons-Learned-My-Journey-Podium/dp/1525551477 ...

This topic raised a pretty lively debate from the panel - should youth players be expected to dress professional or wear team apparel when heading to the rink? Or, like the Arizona Coyotes, are you ok with them dressing casually on game day? Leave a comment letting us know who you sided with!! Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! We're powered by NHL Sense Arena! NHL Sense Arena, is a virtual reality training game designed specifically to improve hockey sense and IQ for both players and goalies...

We often say that you don't always have to support a dream, but you should always support a person's right to have a dream. We also believe it's important to highlight the jobs around the sport of hockey outside of being an athlete. Our guest this week, Franny Drummond, was told that there was no future in sports illustration when he was a kid, but now he's sharing his artwork on goalie helmets worn all throughout the NHL and, really, every level of hockey. Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!...

It's the biggest game of the season, and you were up three goals going into the third period, but the opponent is finding a way to quickly cut your lead. If you're a hockey parent or coach, you know the anxiety of situations like this. What if we told you that theres ways to overcome that anxiety? Mike, Christie, and Lee share how they stay calm in the stands and on the bench when things don't go exactly as they would like during hockey games and practices. Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! W...

As referee burnout plagues the sport of hockey, we sat down to talk with Kerry Fraser about some of the lessons he learned during his famously long tenured career as an NHL official. It is our hope that these lessons serve as inspiration and impact future interactions with officials and opponents in a positive way. Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! We're powered by NHL Sense Arena! NHL Sense Arena, is a virtual reality training game designed specifically to improve hockey sense and IQ for b...

What if we told you that the competitive spirit of hockey knows no bounds? Dan Brennan began working with USA hockey in 1996 and now serves as the General Manager for the US National Sled Team. He recently joined our panel to talk about the how the tenacity of hockey players is not unique to any one style of play. He also shares what it's like to experience a championship at the international level and how we can get involved with USA Sled Hockey. Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! We're ...

When it comes to being a student athlete, the word student comes first. Lee, Christie, and Mike offer their advice to parents and players on how to balance a busy hockey life as school starts back up. Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! We're powered by NHL Sense Arena! NHL Sense Arena, is a virtual reality training game designed specifically to improve hockey sense and IQ for both players and goalies. Experience the next generation of off-ice training in VR with over 100+ drills and training p...

Fundraising is an important part of hockey season. It not only can help you fund your season but can offer a unique way to team bond and shape young athletes as individuals. Christie, Mike, and Lee dive into different types of fundraising and all the benefits on this episode of Our Kids Play Hockey! Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! We're powered by NHL Sense Arena! NHL Sense Arena, is a virtual reality training game designed specifically to improve hockey sense and IQ for both players and go...

The season is around the corner and there's so many things to get ready!! What do you need to do before the season starts to ensure success? Take these tips from Mike, Christie, and Lee and hit the ground running this year!! Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! We're powered by NHL Sense Arena! NHL Sense Arena, is a virtual reality training game designed specifically to improve hockey sense and IQ for both players and goalies. Experience the next generation of off-ice training in VR with over 10...

What should parents, coaches and athletes know as they navigate their hockey journey from youth through college? Ed Gosek, Head Coach of Oswego State University (NCAA DIII), joins us to share his experience and advice from his time in the game. Ed has an incredible resume as a player and coach with Oswego, including coaching them to their only National Title while sporting some of the top students in college hockey. Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! We're powered by NHL Sense Arena! NHL Sen...

With the start of the 2021-22 season around the corner, we're making sure everyone is aware of all the new changes in USA Hockey's handbook. Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! We're powered by NHL Sense Arena! NHL Sense Arena, is a virtual reality training game designed specifically to improve hockey sense and IQ for both players and goalies. Experience the next generation of off-ice training in VR with over 100+ drills and training plans curated from top coaches and players. Use Code "Hockey...

Do you know exactly what should be in your team's first aid kit?? Teresa Marzec, a Doctor of Physical Therapy for 42 years who also serves as a level four hockey coach shares what to check your first aid kit for and more with Lee, Mike, and her sister, Christie! Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! We're powered by NHL Sense Arena! NHL Sense Arena, is a virtual reality training game designed specifically to improve hockey sense and IQ for both players and goalies. Experience the next generatio...

Can you imagine having to write a hockey story for every day of the year? Dr. Commito PhD did it, twice. We dig deep into his process for writing "Hockey 365" and why having a historian is important for teams and clubs to boost team morale and bonding. Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! We're powered by NHL Sense Arena! NHL Sense Arena, is a virtual reality training game designed specifically to improve hockey sense and IQ for both players and goalies. Experience the next generation of off-i...

This week we sat down to talk with Jennifer Flowers, the WCHA Vice President and women’s league commissioner, as well as the chair for a new group called College Hockey for Diversity. We were also joined by Sophia Burns, a junior student-athlete at St. Michaels College, a student representative from the group, and Christie’s daughter. Join us as we discuss the ways the group is looking to help grow the game of hockey by making it more equitable and inclusive for all! Text The Our Kids Play Ho...

We've talked about Great Parents and now we're talking about Crazy Parents! "Hockey Moms Aren't Crazy!" is full of stories of amazing hockey moms who love the sport and watching their kids have fun. Jody Anderson tells about her background in the game and what led to her writing the first edition of her book! Be sure to grab your copy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/36djtWq Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! We're powered by NHL Sense Arena! NHL Sense Arena, is a virtual reality training ga...

Hockey parents really have a special job and to have that additional team of support behind you as a coach or an athlete is really important. Join Mike, Christie, and Lee as they tell stories about impactful hockey parents they have known during their time spent in and around the game. Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! We're powered by NHL Sense Arena! NHL Sense Arena, is a virtual reality training game designed specifically to improve hockey sense and IQ for both players and goalies. Experie...

Joe Eppolito, recipient of the 2021 Walter Yaciuk Award and 27 year veteran in the game of hockey with various roles with USA Hockey, joined our team to discuss coaching and where he sees the game growing. He gives his thoughts on the ADM and how it has impacted his work on the ice and how the game is aiming to become more inclusive across the board. Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! We're powered by NHL Sense Arena! NHL Sense Arena, is a virtual reality training game designed specifically ...

Showcase season is coming up quickly. Our experts give their best advice on what to look for when looking at showcases and the reasons why you might want to attend. Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! We're powered by NHL Sense Arena! NHL Sense Arena, is a virtual reality training game designed specifically to improve hockey sense and IQ for both players and goalies. Experience the next generation of off-ice training in VR with over 100+ drills and training plans curated from top coaches and pl...

Jay DeMarco has been inspiring goaltenders of every age since 1991 with his weekly comic strip Small Saves. He is passionate about the game of hockey and specifically goaltending. We had the chance to sit down and talk about his artwork and how he uses it to reach people in the game of hockey. Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! We're powered by NHL Sense Arena! NHL Sense Arena, is a virtual reality training game designed specifically to improve hockey sense and IQ for both players and goalie...