By 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,
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Are you ready to transform your approach to your hockey development?
Discover the power of patience and perseverance in this engaging episode of "The Ride To The Rink."
Ken Martel and Lee Elias explore the essential mindset shifts needed for players to thrive on and off the ice.
They discuss the critical role of coaches in fostering a supportive environment and the importance of maintaining a positive attitude, even on tough days. Whether you're a player, coach, or parent, this episode of The Ride To The Rink offers valuable insights to enhance your hockey experience.
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Key Discussion Points
- Importance of Patience in Hockey Development
- Strategies for Building Perseverance
- Coach's Role in Player Development
- Mindset for Improvement
- Belief and Enjoyment in Hockey
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We’re Giving Away 1980 Miracle Team Sunglasses and Supporting a Monument to a Miracle!
In this episode of the Wraparound Roundtable, host Lee MJ Elias is joined by Katie Million, GM of the United States Women’s National Team and the 1980 Miracle Hockey Team, for a special discussion celebrating the 45th anniversary of the legendary “Miracle on Ice.”
Katie shares details about the Monument to a Miracle, a nonprofit project aiming to create a life-size statue honoring the iconic team in Lake Placid. From the sculptor’s incredible vision to the ongoing fundraising efforts, Katie provides an inside look at how this historic tribute is coming together.
We’re also giving away five pairs of fully polarized Miracle sunglasses, with a special gift included.
For every pair of these glasses sold (and given away via the Wraparound Roundtable), $10 will be donated to the monument fund.
Katie reflects on her unique role working with the Miracle players, how she’s helping preserve their legacy, and what makes this team so deserving of recognition.
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Do you believe in miracles? We do—join us in celebrating this unforgettable moment in sports history!
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How can we keep girls in girls' hockey?
This episode of Our Girls Play Hockey explores this question with Lindsay Fry, Olympian, Harvard grad, and now chair of the NHL Female Advisory Hockey Committee.
Lindsay shares her journey in expanding girls hockey in Arizona, highlighting the creation of a comprehensive pipeline from learn-to-play programs to all-girls teams. She discusses the importance of early development, emphasizing quality coaching for young players to instill both skills and passion.
The episode also examines the business potential of girls hockey, presenting it as a smart investment for rinks.
Lindsay addresses challenges like limited ice time and the perseverance needed to achieve long-term growth.
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0:00 Intro
5:27 NHL's Role in Growing Girls Hockey
10:42 Challenges in Girls Hockey Development
17:21 Building Sustainable Girls Hockey Programs
25:41 Importance of Structure in Youth Sports
34:00 Overcoming Challenges in Girls Hockey
42:16 Investing in Early Stage Development
49:50 Successful Girls Hockey Initiatives
57:50 Business Case for Supporting Girls Hockey
1:02:46 Encouraging Female Ambassadors in Hockey
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How can we revolutionize youth hockey development?
This week's episode of Our Kids Play Hockey explores the transformative impact of the American Development Model (ADM) on young players in the U.S.
USA Hockey's Senior Director of Player & Coach Development, Ken Martel, joins the show to share insights on creating fun, game-like practices that emphasize puck touches, appropriate challenges, and decision-making.
He highlights why encouraging kids to participate in multiple sports is crucial, with research revealing that most NHL stars were multi-sport athletes.
Coaching education takes center stage in the discussion as Ken advocates for lifelong learning and utilizing USA Hockey's resources.
The episode also tackles the topic of body contact in girls hockey, highlighting the importance of teaching competitive contact skills.
Throughout, the focus remains on fostering engaging environments that nurture skills and a lifelong passion for the game.
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On this week’s episode of The Ride To The Rink, John O'Sullivan shares insights on how athletes can communicate effectively with their parents, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries and choosing the right moments for these conversations. The episode highlights the significance of the car ride home, suggesting it should be a space for the athlete to decide if they want to talk about the game. Additionally, it explores how coaches can play a supportive role in facilitating these discussions, ensuring they are constructive and positive. Understanding that parents' motivations come from a place of love, the conversation provides strategies for young athletes to engage with their parents in a way that respects both parties' perspectives.
Key Discussion Points
- Communicating with Parents about Sports
- Importance of Car Ride Conversations
- Setting Boundaries with Parents
- Coach as an Advocate
- Understanding Parental Motivation
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We're Giving Away A Sport Screen Shooting Tarp and An Ultimate Off-Ice Kit!
In this episode of the Wraparound Roundtable, host Lee MJ Elias welcomes Russ Lennon, co-founder of The Sport Screen, to discuss their innovative hockey product.
The Sport Screen was born from a love of hockey and a need to protect garage doors from puck damage. Russ shares how the retractable design allows for easy use and storage, making it a perfect fit for hockey families.
The conversation highlights the product's unique features, including its ability to withstand real pucks and provide shade and privacy.
Russ also shares insights into his dedicated team and offers motivational advice for aspiring hockey players and entrepreneurs.
Head to https://hockeywraparound.com/blogs/the-wraparound-roundtable/thesportscreen to enter to win!
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0:00 Intro
1:23 Sportscreen Product Overview
3:10 Benefits for Families
6:32 Company Mission and Team
8:08 Inspirational Message
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Have you checked out the Rivalry Series yet?
In this episode of The Ride To The Rink, Sheri and Lee dive into the growing excitement around women’s hockey and the impact of watching Team USA and Canada face off in their annual Rivalry Series.
They explore how USA Hockey is building the sport’s fanbase through outreach events like “try hockey for free” sessions and meet-and-greets with Olympians, making hockey more accessible and inspiring the next generation of fans.
With the latest Rivalry Series game held at the Maverik Center in Salt Lake City, this nearly 40-year-old USA-Canada rivalry is now one of the oldest in hockey, even surpassing some men’s rivalries.
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Key Discussion Points
- Intense USA vs Canada Game Highlights
- Growing Women's Hockey Fanbase
- Importance of Experiencing Games Live
- USA Hockey Outreach Events
- Utah's Emerging Hockey Market
- Historical USA-Canada Rivalry
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Are you raising a future sports star?
John O'Sullivan offers his insights into nurturing confident, competitive athletes and discusses his upcoming book "The Champion Sports Parent: Practical Wisdom for Raising Confident, Competitive, Mentally Tough Athletes."
Discover the significance of self-awareness for parents, as John emphasizes examining personal motivations in youth sports. Learn how gratitude can transform the sports experience for both parents and athletes, fostering a positive environment. Explore techniques to help your child develop a healthy inner dialogue and mental resilience.
Finally, John shares his vision of an ideal game day, where support triumphs over pressure, ensuring a fulfilling experience for your young athlete.
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0:00 Intro
1:12 Introduction of John O'Sullivan
3:11 The Champion Sports Parent Book
5:15 Traits of a Champion Sports Parent
9:03 Detachment from Control
12:33 Book Structure and Content
16:25 Coaching Conversations
20:50 Parental Gratitude and Communication
28:35 Gratitude Practices
34:13 Inner Dialogue and Self-Esteem
41:17 Parental Pressure and Youth Sports
47:58 Reflective Questions for Parents
55:26 Trust and Consistency
1:00:07 Ideal Game Day for Parents
1:04:23 Developing the Human and the Athlete
1:06:49 Closing Remarks
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Are you missing out by focusing on just one sport?
This episode of The Ride To The Rink explores why playing multiple sports can enhance long-term athletic development and enjoyment. Kevin Shier of TOP Sports shares insights on managing the challenges of balancing various sports and activities, offering practical advice on communicating with coaches and prioritizing passions.
The conversation highlights the importance of playing sports for the love of the game, not external pressures, ensuring that fun remains at the forefront.
The hosts also discuss the benefits of exploring diverse interests, such as music and theater, to cultivate well-rounded individuals. Mike Bonelli emphasizes the power of modern resources, encouraging young athletes to utilize technology and information on nutrition, training, and sports science to boost their physical and mental well-being.
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0:00 Intro
0:08 Christy's Son's Dilemma
3:04 Advice for Multi-Sport Kids
5:19 Importance of Playing Multiple Sports
7:30 Advice to Young Mike Benelli
9:34 Conclusion
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In this week's episode of the Wraparound Roundtable, host Lee MJ Elias welcomes Anthony Morra, CEO of BladeTech Hockey, to discuss the company’s latest innovations.
BladeTech has been pushing the envelope in the hockey industry, specifically with the launch of their highly-anticipated ice hockey sticks. These sticks are crafted with performance in mind and offered at a price point that’s designed to make high-quality gear more accessible to all players.
Anthony also shares news of BladeTech’s newly opened public-facing shop in Mississauga, offering personalized services like profiling and sharpening for the local hockey community.
To celebrate, we’re giving away one of BladeTech’s blackout sticks, paired with a Hockey Wraparound blade protector for a complete on-and-off-ice experience. Listen carefully for the code word during the episode and enter it at https://hockeywraparound.com/blogs/the-wraparound-roundtable/bladetech_stick to participate!
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The podcast currently has 338 episodes available.