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Our Kids Play Hockey: Are You Cut Out To Be A Coach? Ask The Experts!

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This week on Our Kids Play Hockey, Christie takes over the host seat to ask the big question: what does it really take to be a great coach in youth hockey?With Mike and Lee in the hot seat, we dive deep into the reality of coachingfar beyond Xs and Os. From balancing passion and pressure to dealing with criticism, managing parents, and constantly learning, they break down the challenges and rewards that come with the title of Coach.Whether youre thinking about coaching for the first time or have years behind the bench, this episode is full of candid stories, practical insights, and hard-earned wisdom about what makes a coach successfulnot just in wins, but in shaping better athletes and people.In this episode, we cover: The unexpected ways coaches get startedand stay in the game Why the best coaches never stop learning How emotional intelligence and communication are just as important as strategy What coaching parents need to know before signing up Why passion isnt always enoughand what it really takes to commit The role of certifications and what those coaching levels actually meanFrom locker room lessons to life skills, this conversation pulls back the curtain on coaching youth hockey in todays worldand why its one of the most challenging, yet meaningful, roles in the sport. Got questions or thinking about coaching yourself? Drop us a note at team@ourkidsplayhockey.com or connect with us in the Our Kids Play Hockey Facebook group!Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! The Puckaround Pro Training Puck is being called the best off-ice puck ever same weight, size, and feel as the real thing. Perfect for training in the driveway or on the outdoor rink. Use code OKPH at hockeywraparound.com for a special discount on a 2-pack just for our listeners.Lets puck-around and find out. 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

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Our Kids Play Hockey: The Ride To The Rink - Reflecting on Your Hockey Season: A Players Guide

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As the hockey season wraps up, its time to hit pauseand look back.In this episode of The Ride to the Rink, Lee MJ Elias and Mike Bonelli team up to help young players reflect on their season the right way. Whether you hoisted a championship trophy or just gave it your all every day, there are key lessons waiting to be uncoveredif you take the time to look.Lee and Mike break down a coach-approved reflection process, including: How to assess your personal growth beyond stats Why timing and mindset matter when you reflect What to consider about your team, your coach, and even your parents How honest conversations can help set the stage for future successThis isnt just about looking backits about building a stronger foundation for whats next. Every season is a stepping stone. Lets make sure youre stepping forward. Listen now and start your season reflection today!#YouthHockey #HockeyDevelopment #HockeyParents #HockeyLife #TheRideToTheRink #OurKidsPlayHockeyClick To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! The Puckaround Pro Training Puck is being called the best off-ice puck ever same weight, size, and feel as the real thing. Perfect for training in the driveway or on the outdoor rink. Use code OKPH at hockeywraparound.com for a special discount on a 2-pack just for our listeners.Lets puck-around and find out. 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

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

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It sold out in 24 hours. It took 7 prototypes to perfect. And now five of you are getting a free Puck Around and Find Out t-shirt.Welcome to a special edition of the Wraparound Roundtable where host Lee Elias is joined by longtime friend and Hockey Wraparounds Head of Operations, Matt Eastman, to puckaround and find out exactly how the Puckaround Off-Ice Training Puck came to life.In this episode, we dive into: The 18-month journey of development, failure, and finally success The innovation that make this puck glide, shoot, and handle like the real deal The story behind the viral Puck Around and Find Out slogan and t-shirt Why you NEED to get yours before the price jumps and how to win one of five exclusive t-shirts Giveaway Alert: Buy a Puckaround between now and April 9th at hockeywraparound.com and youll be entered to win one of five limited-edition Puck Around and Find Out shirts. These are gone-gone so this is your only shot to score one for free!If youre part of the Our Kids Play Hockey community, a Wraparound loyalist, or just someone who wants to improve their off-ice game this ones for you. Head to hockeywraparound.com Grab your Puckaround (ships in 2-packs!) Questions? Hit up us up directly: team@hockeywraparound.com Leave a review, share with your team, and tag us with your off-ice setups.Lets keep building this game one shot at a time.#PuckAround #OffIceHockey #HockeyTraining #HockeyWraparound #PuckAroundAndFindOut #WraparoundRoundtable #OurKidsPlayHockeyClick 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

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Our Kids Play Hockey: The Ride To The Rink: Turning Mistakes into Fuel for Momentum with Danielle McDonough

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In this episode of The Ride to the Rink, were joined by mental performance coach and former professional hockey player Danielle McDonough to help young athletes develop a winning mindset before they even step onto the ice.Feeling nervous about a big game? Stressed about a mistake from last time? Danielle shares simple but powerful toolslike breathing techniques, visualization, and superpower statementsto help you stay calm, confident, and focused. She explains how practicing mental skills is just like practicing stickhandling or skatingthe more you do it, the better youll be when it matters most!Plus, we tackle how to reset after a mistake, overcome peer pressure, and get back to having fun on the ice. This short but powerful episode is packed with real-life strategies that can help you in hockey, school, and beyond.So sit back, relax, and get ready to breathe in confidence and skate out stronger on your next Ride to the Rink!Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! The Puckaround Pro Training Puck is being called the best off-ice puck ever same weight, size, and feel as the real thing. Perfect for training in the driveway or on the outdoor rink. Use code OKPH at hockeywraparound.com for a special discount on a 2-pack just for our listeners.Lets puck-around and find out. 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

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Our Kids Play Hockey: A Coachs Guide For Parents to Reflect on The Season

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How should coaches, parents, and players truly evaluate a hockey seasonespecially when it didnt end with a trophy? This week on Our Kids Play Hockey, Lee and Mike (with Christie on assignment) take a deep dive into what it really means to have a successful seasonand its not just about the scoreboard.From fostering a positive team culture to navigating tough losses, they share strategies for reflecting on the year with purpose. They also discuss the importance of development, goal-setting, communication, and knowing when its time for a break from the rink.In this episode, we cover: Why your last game doesnt define your whole season How to setand revisitgoals with your players Tools for coaches to reflect on their own impact and growth Why your childs experience may be very different than yours The benefits of taking time off from hockeyThis episode is packed with honest insights and actionable takeaways for coaches, parents, and players alikeperfect for anyone looking to close out the season with clarity, intention, and a plan to move forward. Have questions or reflections of your own? Email us at team@ourkidsplayhockey.com or use the link in the episode notes. Wed love to hear from you!Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team! The Puckaround Pro Training Puck is being called the best off-ice puck ever same weight, size, and feel as the real thing. Perfect for training in the driveway or on the outdoor rink. Use code OKPH at hockeywraparound.com for a special discount on a 2-pack just for our listeners.Lets puck-around and find out. 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

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