Our Kids Play Hockey
Our Kids Play Hockey is a podcast that focuses on youth hockey, offering insights, stories, and interviews from the hockey community. It provides valuable advice for parents, coaches, and players, covering various aspects of the game, including skill development, sportsmanship, teamwork, and creating a positive experience for young athletes. The show frequently features guests who share their expertise and personal experiences in youth hockey, both on and off the ice.
The show features three hockey parents, who all work in the game at high levels:
- Christie Casciano-Burns - USA Hockey Columnist, Author, and WSYR Anchor
- Mike Bonelli - USA Hockey Coach and Organizational Consultant
- Lee M.J. Elias - Hockey Entrepreneur, Author, and Team Strategist
In addition to the main podcast, there are several spin-off series that dive into specific aspects of youth hockey:
1.Our Girls Play Hockey – This series highlights the growing presence of girls in hockey, addressing the unique challenges they face while celebrating their accomplishments and contributions to the sport.
2.The Ride to The Rink – A shorter, motivational series designed to be listened to on the way to the rink, offering quick, inspirational tips and advice to help players and parents get into the right mindset before a game or practice.
3.Our Kids Play Goalie – This series is dedicated to young goalies and the unique challenges they face. It provides advice for players, parents, and coaches on how to support and develop young goaltenders, focusing on the mental and physical demands of the position.
Together, these shows provide a comprehensive platform for parents, players, and coaches involved in youth hockey, offering insights for all aspects of the sport, from parenting, playing, or coaching to specialized positions like goaltending.
Episodes
505 episodes
The Ride to The Rink: The 5-Minute Reset Every Hockey Player Needs (with NHL Veteran Bobby Ryan)
More Than Goals & Assists: NHL Veteran Bobby Ryan on Raising Confident Hockey Players
Our Kids Play Goalie - Estela Vazquez On What It Takes to Be a Young Elite Goalie (At Just 14!)
The Ride to The Rink: NHL Veteran Scott Hartnell on the Mindset That Built a 17-Year Career
Why Roles Matter in Hockey (and Life) – Featuring NHL Veteran Scott Hartnell
Our Girls Play Hockey: Inside the Olympic Experience with Hayley Scamurra (Part 1)
The Ride to The Rink: Hockey Tryout Tips - Preparation, Mindset, and Standing Out the Right Way
The Tryout Survival Guide for Hockey Parents and Players
Our Girls Play Hockey: Pro Hockey Secrets for Young Players | Mailbag with Hayley Scamurra (Part 2)
The Ride to The Rink: How to Stand Out Before Pre-Skates, ID Skates, & Tryouts
Pre-Skates & ID Skates Explained: What Parents NEED to Know Before Tryouts
GIVEAWAY 🎉 Puck Hog 3 Is Here! Christie Casciano-Burns’ Trophy Thief Mystery
Olympic Gold: Hayley Scamurra and Team USA’s Historic Run | 2026 Women’s Ice Hockey
The Ride to The Rink: A Parent’s Guide to Hockey Evals and Team Decisions
Habits of Hockey: Building Character, Discipline & Elite Development With Founder Jimmy Law
The Ride to The Rink: Hockey Isn’t Your Identity: A Powerful Message from Olympian Haley Winn
The Ride to The Rink: Street Hockey Skills That Build NHL Dreams with Ryan Carter
Slow Cooker Development: Ryan Carter’s NHL Journey & What Youth Hockey Parents Must Know
Our Girls Play Hockey: Haley Winn on Making Team USA, Scoring Her First PWHL Goal & Living the Dream
The Ride to the Rink: Stats — Friend, Foe, or Fuel for Growth?
Mailbag: Youth Hockey Stats, Goalie Blame, and Smarter Coaching Conversations
Our Girls Play Hockey: A Day in the Life (Mid-Season): Hayley Scamurra, Olympian & PWHL Veteran
The Ride to the Rink: Pavel Barber on Slowing Down, Dreaming Bigger, and Trusting Your Own Path
Pavel Barber (Part 2): Why Slowing Down Is the Fastest Way to Get Better at Hockey