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.
- Update frequency
- every 2 days
- Average duration
- 39 minutes
- Episodes
- 416
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Mastering the Student-Athlete Life: Balancing School and Hockey
Can your child be a star on the ice and in the classroom? 🏒📚
In this game-changing episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, hosts Lee MJ Elias and Mike Bonelli tackle the ultimate challenge faced by young hoc…
The Ride to The Rink: Bringing Your B Game Every Night with Bobby Robins
Ready to unlock the secret to consistent performance in hockey? 🏒💪
Former pro player Bobby Robins shares game-changing advice from NHL coach Bruce Cassidy on "Ride to the Rink" with host Lee MJ Elias.…
The Ride To The Rink - Breaking Down PWHLer and Olympian, Hayley Scamurra's Youth Hockey Journey
Are you ready to unlock the secrets of a pro hockey player's journey? 🏒✨
Hayley Scamurra, Olympian and PWHL star, takes us on a wild ride through her youth hockey days in this eye-opening episode of "…
Starting the Season Strong: Setting Your Hockey Family Up for Success
🏒 Are you ready to dominate the ice this season?
In this game-changing episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, hosts Lee MJ Elias and Mike Bonelli reveal the secrets to starting the hockey season with unstop…
The Ride to The Rink - 5 Things a Day: Bobby Robins’ Formula for Hockey and Life Success
Ready to level up your hockey game? 🏒 Former NHL player Bobby Robins shares his playbook for success on and off the ice in this game-changing episode of "Ride to the Rink"!
Ever wonder what it really …
Our Girls Play Hockey - A Day in The Life of PWHLer and Olympian, Hayley Scamurra
🏒 What does it take to balance Olympic dreams with professional hockey stardom?
In this captivating episode of Our Girls Play Hockey, Olympian and PWHL star Hayley Scamurra joins host Lee MJ Elias to …
They Were Ready To Quit Hockey...Until This Changed Everything!
Is your child's love for hockey fading? 🏒💔
In this eye-opening episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, Lee, Christie, and Mike tackle the crucial issue of burnout in youth hockey. Through a heartwarming list…
The Ultimate Team Bond: 20 Years of Lessons Packed into One Course
Every great hockey season starts with one thing: team chemistry. But how do you actually build it? After two decades of leading team-building sessions for coaches, athletes, and organizations worldwi…
Our Top-5 Guests Championing Girls in Youth Hockey & How They’re Shaping the Game’s Future
🏒 What does it take to become a champion in women's hockey?
In this milestone 400th episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, we're celebrating the best of our "Girls Play Hockey" series with Olympic gold meda…
Our Top-5 Episodes w/ Expert Voices & What They Taught Us About the Bigger Picture In Youth Hockey
🏒 What does it take to raise a champion on and off the ice?
In this milestone 400th episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, host Lee Elias takes us on an exhilarating journey through the best non-NHL guest i…
Our Top-5 Episodes For Youth Hockey Goalies & What They Uncover About Pressure & Performance
🎙️ What's the secret to becoming a world-class hockey goalie? 🏒
As part of our celebration for 400 episodes of Our Kids Play Hockey, host Lee MJ Elias brings you a power-packed celebration of goaltend…
Our Top-5 Episodes For Youth Hockey Parents & What They Reveal About Support That Actually Helps
Are you ready to unlock the secrets of successful hockey parenting? 🏒
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 …
Our Top-5 episodes for Youth Hockey Coaches & What They Teach About Leadership & Team Culture
🏒 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 fiv…
Our Top-5 Episodes for Youth Hockey Players & What They Say About Mindset, Motivation and Growth
🏒 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…
Our Top-5 NHL Guest Episodes & What They’ve Taught Us About Youth Hockey Development
🏒 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 j…
Do Early Hockey Stars Stay Ahead?
🏒 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 Bonell…
The Ride to The Rink - Late Bloomers and Early Stars - Different Paths to Hockey Success
🏒 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 pl…
Behind A Savage Shift: The NHL Lessons Bobby Robins Is Sending to Hockey Parents
🏒 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 unve…
The Ride to The Rink - Comfort Over Cost: Building Confidence with the Right Equipment
🏒 Ready to gear up for hockey season without breaking the bank?
"Ride to the Rink" hosts Lee MJ Elias and Mike Bonelli tackle the age-old question: Does expensive equipment make a better player? Spoil…
A Complete Guide to the 5 Levels of USA Hockey Coaching Education Program (CEP)
🏒 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 thr…