
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. Each episode of Our Girls Play Hockey is also hosted by Sheri Hudspeth who is the Director, Youth Hockey Programs and Fan Development for the Vegas Golden Knights.
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
Three Pieces of Advice Hockey Parents Ask For—Then Ignore

The Ride To The Rink - Mastering the Goalie Mindset with Olympian Sami Small

Our Kids Play Goalie - Sami Jo Small on Goaltending, Grit, and Growth

The Ride to The Rink: Why You Need To Play Your Role with Zac Rinaldo

The Ride To The Rink: Adversity Is a Privilege: What Getting Cut Teaches You – With Tessa Bonhomme

From NHL Enforcer to Mentor: Zac Rinaldo on Grit, Growth & Giving Back

The Ride To The Rink: Building Your Off-Season Hockey Habits

The Power of Role Models in Girls Hockey with Olympian Tessa Bonhomme

Are You Cut Out To Be A Coach?... Ask The Experts!

The Ride to The Rink: You Don’t Need Permission to Dream Big

What Should I Know As A Young Hockey Parent

The Ride To The Rink - Reflecting on Your Hockey Season: A Player's Guide

A Coach's Guide For Parents to Reflect on The Season

The Ride To The Rink: Turning Mistakes into Fuel for Momentum with Danielle McDonough

GIVEAWAY - Puckaround and Find Out: The Story Behind Our Hottest New Product (+ Win A Limited Edition T-Shirt!)

More Than a Hockey Player – Building Self-Worth and Mental Toughness with Danielle McDonough

The Ride To The Rink: Unlocking Your Game by Talking About Your Feelings with Jon Nelson

Pulverizing the Stigma & Tackling Mental Health in Youth Sports with Jon Nelson

The Ride to the Rink - Winning Strategies for Youth Hockey Players with the Bruins' Kevin Neeld

Debunking Youth Hockey Myths with Boston Bruins' Performance Coach Kevin Neeld

The Ride to The Rink - How to Prepare and Perform Your Best for Tryouts and Evaluations

The Ride to The Rink - Work Hard, Be Kind & Stay Curious with Lindsay Pennal

The Truth About Tryouts And Evaluations

The Ride To The Rink: Feel Good, Play Good: Mastering Your Hockey Equipment

Breaking Barriers in Hockey Coaching with the NHLCA’s Lindsay Pennal
