What’s your role on the ice—and how can you lean into it, even if it’s not the one you wanted? In this Ride to the Rink, NHL veteran and current youth coach Zac Rinaldo shares real-world advice for players navigating team dynamics, finding their identity, and expanding their skillset.From his own evolution through junior, pro, and now coaching, Zac breaks down how players can:<ul><li>🔑 Understand and embrace their role</li><li>🧰 Build a versatile “toolbox” of skills</li><li>💬 Communicate effectively with coaches</li><li>🧠 Develop the mindset to grow through challenges</li></ul>Whether you’re a first-liner or still figuring it out, this episode is packed with practical insights for becoming a more complete hockey player—and teammate.<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1417672/open_sms">Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!</a>Have A Topic You Want Us To Cover? <a href='https://airtable.com/appiia1xRYwf3zGzJ/pagpUWINQ9fgIY29C/form'>Let us know!</a> <a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/our-kids-play-hockey/id1537451705'>Please Be Sure To Subscribe & Leave A Review For Us On Apple Podcasts,</a> doing so helps our show grow! Follow Us On Social Media: <ul> <li><a href='https://www.facebook.com/groups/654467425219656'>Facebook Group</a></li> <li><a href='https://x.com/okphpodcast?s=21&t=Klz0NZtghffDuZHxLt9GPw'>X</a></li> <li><a href='https://www.instagram.com/OurKidsPlayHockey'>Instagram</a></li> <li><a href='https://www.linkedin.com/company/OurKidsPlayHockey'>LinkedIn</a></li> <li><a href='https://www.youtube.com/@OurKidsPlayHockey'>YouTube</a></li> </ul>

What’s your role on the ice—and how can you lean into it, even if it’s not the one you wanted? In this Ride to the Rink, NHL veteran and current youth coach Zac Rinaldo shares real-world advice for players navigating team dynamics, finding their identity, and expanding their skillset. From his own evolution through junior, pro, and now coaching, Zac breaks down how players can:🔑 Understand and embrace their role🧰 Build a versatile “toolbox” of skills💬 Communicate effectively with coaches🧠 Develop the mindset to grow through challengesWhether you’re a first-liner or still figuring it out, this episode is packed with practical insights for becoming a more complete hockey player—and teammate. Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! Have A Topic You Want Us To Cover? Let us know! Please Be Sure To Subscribe & Leave A Review For Us On Apple Podcasts, doing so helps our show grow! Follow Us On Social Media: Facebook Group X Instagram LinkedIn YouTube

What’s your role on the ice—and how can you lean into it, even if it’s not the one you wanted? In this Ride to the Rink, NHL veteran and current youth coach Zac Rinaldo shares real-world advice for players navigating team dynamics, finding their identity, and expanding their skillset.From his own evolution through junior, pro, and now coaching, Zac breaks down how players can:<ul><li>🔑 Understand and embrace their role</li><li>🧰 Build a versatile “toolbox” of skills</li><li>💬 Communicate effectively with coaches</li><li>🧠 Develop the mindset to grow through challenges</li></ul>Whether you’re a first-liner or still figuring it out, this episode is packed with practical insights for becoming a more complete hockey player—and teammate.<a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1417672/open_sms" rel="noopener noreferrer">Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!</a>Have A Topic You Want Us To Cover? <a href="https://airtable.com/appiia1xRYwf3zGzJ/pagpUWINQ9fgIY29C/form" rel="noopener noreferrer">Let us know!</a> <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/our-kids-play-hockey/id1537451705" rel="noopener noreferrer">Please Be Sure To Subscribe &amp; Leave A Review For Us On Apple Podcasts,</a> doing so helps our show grow! Follow Us On Social Media: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/654467425219656" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook Group</a></li> <li><a href="https://x.com/okphpodcast?s=21&amp;t=Klz0NZtghffDuZHxLt9GPw" rel="noopener noreferrer">X</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/OurKidsPlayHockey" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/OurKidsPlayHockey" rel="noopener noreferrer">LinkedIn</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@OurKidsPlayHockey" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a></li> </ul>

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

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:&nbsp;<ul><li>Christie Casciano-Burns - USA Hockey Columnist, Author, and WSYR Anchor</li><li>Mike Bonelli - USA Hockey Coach and Organizational Consultant</li><li>Lee M.J. Elias - Hockey Entrepreneur, Author, and Team Strategist</li></ul> 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.&nbsp; 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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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 AnchorMike Bonelli - USA Hockey Coach and Organizational ConsultantLee 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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