Are you ready to unlock the secrets of successful hockey parenting? đ 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'reâŚ
đ 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 adviceâŚ
đ 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,âŚ
đ 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 ofâŚ
đ 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 emergenceâŚ
đ 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 stillâŚ
đ 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 lockerâŚ
You thought the most valuable part of a hockey coaching course was the drills? Think again. Sometimes, the real learning happens outside the classroomâlike in a hallway or over breakfast. In this clip from Our Kids Play Hockey, we explore how Level 4 coaching changes your mindset for good. #HockeyCoachâŚ
đ âOne of the biggest mistakes coaches make? One practice on a skill, then moving on. In realityâit takes 4, 5, even 6 practices to really build it.â đ This week on Our Kids Play Hockey, we break down Level 2 of USA Hockeyâs Coaching Programâand why itâs essential forâŚ
đ˘ Coaching hockey isnât just about drills and systemsâitâs about how kids learn. Find out why understanding learning styles is the key to long-term player success. đ§ Full episode available now on Ride to the Rink! #YouthHockey #CoachingTips #OurKidsPlayHockey #hockeydevelopment
From Level 1 to Level 5, the Coaching Education Program isnât just about certificationâitâs about becoming a leader in youth hockey. Learn why nowâs the time to take the next step in this episode of Our Kids Play Hockey. #USAHockey #CEP #HockeyCoaching #YouthSports #OurKidsPlayHockey
đ 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, thisâŚ
Are you making these 5 summer hockey mistakes with your kids? đâď¸ 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 summerâand how to avoid them before they derail your childâs developmentâŚ
At 6U, hockey isnât about slap shotsâitâs about smiles. Learn why laughter, falling down, and getting back up are the real goals at this age. đđ #OurKidsPlayHockey #youthhockey
What does it really take to beat the odds in hockeyâand stay at the top? In this inspiring episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, former NHL forward Matt Moulson joins Lee, Christie, and Mike to share the story behind his incredible 11-season career. From being a 9th round draft pickâŚ
Are hockey skills clinics worth your time and money? đđ° In this eye-opening episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, hosts Lee, Christie, and Mike tackle the hot topic of youth hockey skills clinics. From defining what makes a great clinic to navigating the sea of options, our expert panel sharesâŚ
On this episode of The Ride To The Rink, Lee shares a simple story that left a big impressionâand 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 young player was complimentedâŚ
What does it take to build a hockey franchise from the ground upâand keep it thriving for 30+ years? In this inspiring episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, weâre joined by Howard âHowieâ Dolgon, the founder, owner, and president of the Syracuse Crunch, AHL affiliate of the Tampa Bay Lightning.âŚ
Team USA gold medalist and NCAA champion Caroline Harvey joins us for a special The Ride to the Rink editionâand sheâs talking directly to young players chasing big goals. Whether you dream of playing high school, college, or even Olympic hockey, this quick conversation is packed with the kind ofâŚ
Fresh off a national championship with Wisconsin and a gold medal at the 2025 Womenâs World Championship, Caroline Harvey joins Lee, Sherry, and Mike for a powerful conversation about her rise through the hockey worldâand what it really takes to make it. From playing boysâ hockey in New Hampshire toâŚ
We get asked for advice all the time⌠but what happens when that advice goes in one ear and out the other? In this episode, Lee and Mike dive into three common pieces of guidance that youth hockey parents frequently seek outâthen completely disregard. From multi-sport overload, to the mythâŚ
đ Ever wondered what it takes to create a winning goalie partnership in youth hockey? Discover the secrets behind successful team dynamics with insights from Olympian Sami Small on "Ride to the Rink." This episode is packed with valuable advice for young players and coaches, emphasizing the power of teamworkâŚ
The birds are chirping, the seasonâs winding downâand that means itâs the perfect time to start thinking about how to build a better hockey player this off-season. In this episode of Ride to the Rink, Lee and Mike dive into how players (and parents) can start planning a development calendarâŚ
Whether your kid is just starting out in youth hockey or already eyeing their college path, this episode is a must-listen. Lee, Christie, and Mike dive into the big questions every hockey parent facesâwhen should we start thinking about the future, how much should school and social life weigh in,âŚ