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April 22, 2026

What Every Hockey Parent Needs to Know About Concussions

What Every Hockey Parent Needs to Know About Concussions

🧠 Concussions can be one of the most misunderstood injuries in youth hockey — and one of the most important for families to understand. In this episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, Lee, Mike, and Christie are joined by Dr. Robert Baric, founder of MyConcussionDoctor.com, for a practical, eye-opening conversation…

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April 15, 2026

The Shoulder Check Movement: Changing Mental Health in Youth Hockey with Rob Thorsen

The Shoulder Check Movement: Changing Mental Health in Youth Hockey with Rob Thorsen

šŸ”„ What if the most important thing in youth hockey isn’t winning… but noticing when someone isn’t okay? In this powerful and deeply moving episode, we sit down with Rob Thorsen, founder of the Shoulder Check Foundation and HT40 Foundation, to talk about how one simple idea — checking in…

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April 8, 2026

From NHL Ironman to Hockey Dad: Karl Alzner on Development, Leadership & Balance

From NHL Ironman to Hockey Dad: Karl Alzner on Development, Leadership & Balance

šŸ’ What if the most important skill in hockey isn’t scoring… but being trusted? This week on Our Kids Play Hockey, we’re joined by former NHL defenseman Karl Alzner—a World Junior captain, Olympic-level competitor, and one of the most dependable players of his era—to unpack what really matters in player…

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April 1, 2026

The Secret to Hockey Success? Patience. (with NHL Veteran Mike Knuble)

The Secret to Hockey Success? Patience. (with NHL Veteran Mike Knuble)

šŸ’ What if everything you’ve been told about youth hockey development… is wrong? This week, we’re joined by 1,000+ game NHL veteran Mike Knuble—a Stanley Cup Champion who built his career the hard way: through patience, persistence, and learning how to truly play the game. From growing up in Michigan…

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March 25, 2026

More Than Goals & Assists: NHL Veteran Bobby Ryan on Raising Confident Hockey Players

More Than Goals & Assists: NHL Veteran Bobby Ryan on Raising Confident Hockey Players

What if the rink isn’t just where kids play… but where they feel safest? In this powerful and deeply personal episode, former NHL star Bobby Ryan joins us to share a perspective every hockey parent and coach needs to hear. From a difficult childhood to a 14-year NHL career—and now…

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March 23, 2026

Our Kids Play Goalie - Estela Vazquez On What It Takes to Be a Young Elite Goalie (At Just 14!)

Our Kids Play Goalie - Estela Vazquez On What It Takes to Be a Young Elite Goalie (At Just 14!)

šŸ”„ What were YOU doing at 14 years old? Because Estela Vazquez was winning GOLD on the international stage. In this inspiring episode of Our Kids Play Goalie, we sit down with Estela Vazquez — a rising star goaltender for the Connecticut Junior Rangers, Greenwich Country Day School, and the…

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March 18, 2026

Why Roles Matter in Hockey (and Life) – Featuring NHL Veteran Scott Hartnell

Why Roles Matter in Hockey (and Life) – Featuring NHL Veteran Scott Hartnell

šŸ’ What does it really take to make it to the NHL—and what lessons can young players and parents learn from the journey? In this episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, Lee Elias, Mike Bonelli, and Christy Casciano-Burns are joined by 17-year NHL veteran Scott Hartnell. Known for his grit,…

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March 16, 2026

Our Girls Play Hockey: Inside the Olympic Experience with Hayley Scamurra (Part 1)

Our Girls Play Hockey: Inside the Olympic Experience with Hayley Scamurra (Part 1)

šŸ’ What does it actually feel like to win Olympic gold? In this special Our Girls Play Hockey listener Q&A, Olympic gold medalist Hayley Scamurra pulls back the curtain on the Olympic experience — from the electric energy of playing in front of fans to the unforgettable moments inside the…

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March 11, 2026

The Tryout Survival Guide for Hockey Parents and Players

The Tryout Survival Guide for Hockey Parents and Players

šŸ’ Hockey tryout season is here… and for many families, that means nerves, pressure, and a lot of unanswered questions. What are coaches actually looking for? How are teams really selected? And what should parents and players focus on when the stakes feel high? In this annual Our Kids Play…

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March 4, 2026

Pre-Skates & ID Skates Explained: What Parents NEED to Know Before Tryouts

Pre-Skates & ID Skates Explained: What Parents NEED to Know Before Tryouts

šŸ”„ ID skates. Pre-skates. Early evaluations. Winter ā€œselectā€ teams. If you’re a hockey parent right now, your inbox is probably full — and your anxiety might be too. So what are ID skates really? Are they opportunities… or just early tryouts in disguise? In this episode of Our Kids Play…

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March 2, 2026

Olympic Gold: Hayley Scamurra and Team USA’s Historic Run | 2026 Women’s Ice Hockey

Olympic Gold: Hayley Scamurra and Team USA’s Historic Run | 2026 Women’s Ice Hockey

šŸ„‡ She wrote it on the whiteboard for a year: ā€œI am a gold medalist.ā€ Now it’s real. In this unforgettable crossover episode of Our Kids Play Hockey and Our Girls Play Hockey, Olympic Gold Medalist Hayley Scamurra joins us fresh off Team USA’s historic championship run — and yes……

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Feb. 25, 2026

Habits of Hockey: Building Character, Discipline & Elite Development With Founder Jimmy Law

Habits of Hockey: Building Character, Discipline & Elite Development With Founder Jimmy Law

šŸ’ Is your child developing as a hockey player… or just playing more hockey? In this powerful episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, Lee and Mike sit down with Jimmy Law, Director of Sports Performance at TPH Academy and founder of Habits of Hockey, to unpack what real development looks…

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Feb. 18, 2026

Slow Cooker Development: Ryan Carter’s NHL Journey & What Youth Hockey Parents Must Know

Slow Cooker Development: Ryan Carter’s NHL Journey & What Youth Hockey Parents Must Know

šŸ’ What if chasing the ā€œbestā€ team is actually holding your player back? This week on Our Kids Play Hockey, we sit down with former NHL forward and Stanley Cup champion Ryan Carter to unpack the truth about youth hockey development — and why the ā€œslow cookerā€ might beat the…

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Feb. 11, 2026

Mailbag: Youth Hockey Stats, Goalie Blame, and Smarter Coaching Conversations

Mailbag: Youth Hockey Stats, Goalie Blame, and Smarter Coaching Conversations

šŸ“¬ It’s time to open the mailbag — and these questions go way deeper than you might expect. In this episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, Lee, Mike, and Christie tackle two listener questions that hit at the heart of youth hockey development — accountability, stats, and how parents can…

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Feb. 4, 2026

Why Slowing Down Is the Fastest Way to Get Better at Hockey With Pavel Barber (Part 2)

Why Slowing Down Is the Fastest Way to Get Better at Hockey With Pavel Barber (Part 2)

šŸ”„ What if the secret to elite hockey skills isn’t more ice time… but more patience? In Part 2 of our powerful conversation with Pavel Barber, we go far beyond highlight-reel moves and viral clips to unpack what real skill development actually looks like. From mastering the basics to embracing…

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Jan. 28, 2026

Pavel Barber on Creativity vs. Application: Are We Teaching Hockey Skills Wrong? (Part 1of 2)

Pavel Barber on Creativity vs. Application: Are We Teaching Hockey Skills Wrong? (Part 1of 2)

šŸ’ Is creativity in hockey being misunderstood… or mis-taught? If your player loves skill moves, toe drags, and trick shots — but struggles to know when to use them — this episode is a must-listen. This week on Our Kids Play Hockey, Lee Elias, Christie Casciano-Burns, and Mike Bonelli are…

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Jan. 14, 2026

Mental Edge Hockey Founder Sandy Cohan on Confidence, Belief, and Youth Sports

Mental Edge Hockey Founder Sandy Cohan on Confidence, Belief, and Youth Sports

🧠 What if the most important skill your hockey player needs isn’t taught on the ice? In this powerful episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, Lee Elias, Christie Casciano-Burns, and Mike Bonelli are joined by Sandy Cohan, founder of Mental Edge Hockey and author of the 99 Rules book series,…

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Jan. 7, 2026

Matt Dumouchelle on World Juniors, Youth Hockey, and the Cost of Chasing Elite Players Too Soon

Matt Dumouchelle on World Juniors, Youth Hockey, and the Cost of Chasing Elite Players Too Soon

šŸ’ Are we building great hockey teams… or just chasing superstars way too early? In this episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, Lee Elias and Mike Bonelli are joined once again by hockey development consultant and writer Matt Dumouchelle for a deep, thoughtful, and at times uncomfortable conversation sparked by…

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Dec. 31, 2025

Happy New Year & What’s Next for Our Kids Play Hockey in 2026

Happy New Year & What’s Next for Our Kids Play Hockey in 2026

Happy New Year, hockey friends and families! šŸŽ‰ We’re kicking off 2026 by reflecting on how far Our Kids Play Hockey has come, thanking the incredible community that made it all possible, and sharing a few important updates as we head into our sixth year of the show. In this…

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Dec. 29, 2025

Last Call: 24 Hours Left to Enter Our Biggest Hockey Giveaway of the Year

Last Call: 24 Hours Left to Enter Our Biggest Hockey Giveaway of the Year

ā° This is it. The final reminder. In this short but important episode, we’re officially in the last 24 hours of our massive year-end Wraparound Roundtable Grand Prize Giveaway—and we don’t want a single hockey family to miss their chance. šŸŽ One lucky family will take home an unreal prize…

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Dec. 26, 2025

Reset, Refocus, Rekindle: How to Save the Second Half of Your Youth Hockey Season

Reset, Refocus, Rekindle: How to Save the Second Half of Your Youth Hockey Season

🟦 Feeling tired, burned out, or just plain stuck halfway through the hockey season? You’re not alone. This episode lands right in that in-between space — after the early-season excitement fades and before playoff hockey really begins. The skates might be hanging in the garage, the coffee intake is way…

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Dec. 19, 2025

Inside PlayWellMinds: How Henrik CronebƤck and Johan Fallby Are Changing Mental Training for Teens

Inside PlayWellMinds: How Henrik CronebƤck and Johan Fallby Are Changing Mental Training for Teens

🧠 Mental fitness isn’t a buzzword anymore — it’s a skill. And like any hockey skill, it has to be trained. Mental fitness is one of the most requested topics in the Our Kids Play Hockey community, and for good reason. Parents, coaches, and players all know it matters —…

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Dec. 12, 2025

Working in Hockey with Nick Bowins: A Mission to Help People Find Jobs in the Game

Working in Hockey with Nick Bowins: A Mission to Help People Find Jobs in the Game

šŸ”„ Ever wondered how people really get jobs in hockey? Today’s episode pulls back the curtain on an industry filled with far more opportunities — and far more good people — than most families ever realize. Nick Bowins, founder of Working in Hockey, joins Lee, Christie, and Mike to reveal…

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Dec. 5, 2025

Cognitive Training for Youth Hockey: Engineering Modern Players w. ReactForge Founder Satoshi Takano

Cognitive Training for Youth Hockey: Engineering Modern Players w. ReactForge Founder Satoshi Takano

🧠 What if the biggest advantage your young hockey player could gain… wasn’t on their stick, but in their mind? This week on Our Kids Play Hockey, we dive deep into one of the most misunderstood and under-trained parts of the game: Hockey IQ — the ability to read, decide,…

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