Our Kids Play Hockey

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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.

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  • Mkd672
    Great podcast
    Update: 1 year into listening and I still love this podcast so much! I’ve learned a lot about parenting a hockey player. I really enjoyed listening to this podcast. I actually listened for the first time yesterday, to the episode on “How to Identify Talent at an Early Age,” my son is young and he feels discouraged that other kids are bigger and faster, but I feel confident that the sport will help my son develop into a good teammate. Talent will come with practice, but I agree that it’s important that as an athlete he becomes a well rounded person.
  • Decnuts
    Great Podcast- something for everyone.
    Great insights, wish I found it sooner.
  • SaraD920
    Monday Morning Coaching
    This is an excellent discussion. I wish I could send this out to all the parents on my sons team, but as the wife of one of the assistant coaches, it might not go over so well. 🤣
  • Jessica0118
    Lee gets it right!
    As a former competitive college swimmer, the subject matter is spot on as to what I was taught through motivational speakers in my prime. As a Mom, you want to teach your kids the lessons that will make them their best as whatever they do and Lee does that. My son plays competitive ice hockey and thinks Lee is great! We listen to him together. Great podcasts-well done Lee!
  • CA Batman
    “Getting It”
    Great perspectives on youth sports, specific to both youth hockey and the game of life. This podcast “gets it”, big time. We’ll done and keep up the great work.
  • Lee Elias
    The show I would have wanted when younger
    I learn from this show every week and apply it to my journey as a coach and parent.
  • Shh Moms Reading
    loved the episode on managing your money for youth hockey
    I love the episode with Larry Sprung about hockey and finances. I am off to listen to his podcast the Mitlin Money Mindset
  • Philly P's
    So Far So Excellent
    Hey so far so good! A few episodes in and find it informative and fun! Will continue to listen and actually subbed! Have continued listening and wow spot on with the topics and has helped me along this journey of youth hockey. Def worth a sub👍
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