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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.


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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  • The Ride to The Rink: How to Stand Out Before Pre-Skates, ID Skates, & Tryouts

    The Ride to The Rink: How to Stand Out Before Pre-Skates, ID Skates, & Tryouts
    Mar 7 2026

    🚨 Think tryouts start on evaluation day? Think again.

    If you’re heading to a pre-skate or ID skate, this episode is your mindset reset before you walk through those rink doors.

    Lee and Mike break down what these “tryout before the tryout” skates really are — and more importantly, how YOU should approach them. Because here’s the truth: it’s not just about what you do on the ice… it’s who you are from the parking lot to the final whistle.

    In this episode, we talk about:

    🏒 What coaches are really noticing at ID skates
    🎒 Why carrying your own bag matters more than you think
    🤝 The power of first impressions (and why you don’t get a second one)
    🧠 How to handle nerves without adding pressure
    ⭐ Why one skate won’t define your hockey career
    💬 The importance of knowing your strengths — and owning them

    Most importantly?

    Being a great hockey player starts with being a great person. Character shines through — on good days and bad ones. And no single skate will determine your future… but your habits will.

    So if you're on the ride to the rink right now, take a breath.

    Work hard.
    Be yourself.
    Have fun.

    We believe in you. You should too. 💙

    📖 Want a written version you can reference anytime?

    Check out our companion blog: The Pre-Skate Mindset: How to Stand Out Before Tryouts Even Begin

    #TheRideToTheRink #HockeyMindset #YouthHockey #HockeyTryouts #IDSkate #PreSkate #HockeyCharacter #HockeyDevelopment #HockeyParents #HockeyLife

    Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!

    Our Kids Play Hockey is powered by NHL Sense Arena! 🏒🥽

    Trusted by our kids! Trust it with yours! Trusted at the NHL level through youth hockey, Sense Arena uses VR and mixed reality to build hockey IQ, confidence, and decision-making for skaters and goalies at their own pace.

    And their March offer is huge:
    50% off an annual plan compared to paying monthly, plus a free hockey training ball, free Green Biscuit, and free shipping.

    Or go all in with

    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!

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    14 m
  • Pre-Skates & ID Skates Explained: What Parents NEED to Know Before Tryouts

    Pre-Skates & ID Skates Explained: What Parents NEED to Know Before Tryouts
    Mar 5 2026

    🔥 ID skates. Pre-skates. Early evaluations. Winter “select” teams.
    If you’re a hockey parent right now, your inbox is probably full — and your anxiety might be too.

    So what are ID skates really?
    Are they opportunities… or just early tryouts in disguise?

    In this episode of Our Kids Play Hockey, Lee and Mike break down the real story behind pre-skates and ID skates — what they mean, when they make sense, and when parents need to take a deep breath and relax.

    Because here’s the truth:

    Most teams already have 85–90% of their roster projected.
    Most ID skates are not magic auditions.
    And the pressure we’re putting on kids? It’s often way too much.

    💡 Inside this episode:

    • What ID skates are actually being used for
    • When attending one makes sense (and when it doesn’t)
    • The difference between a coach and a salesman
    • Why shopping around has consequences
    • Tier 1 vs Tier 2: how to evaluate a move
    • Why being on a “B” team is NOT a failure
    • How to talk to your child before an evaluation
    • And why calm parents raise confident players

    ⚠️ Buyer beware: If you’re being “yes’d to death,” promised captaincy, or guaranteed a top line… that’s not development — that’s sales.

    Most importantly, this episode is about perspective.

    Youth hockey is a journey.
    ID skates are a moment.
    Don’t let a moment define the journey.

    Have thoughts on this one? We want to hear them. Email us at team@ourkidsplayhockey.com and tell us what’s happening in your rink.

    📖 Want a written version you can reference anytime? Check out our companion blog: The Truth About Hockey ID Skates: A Parent’s Guide to Pre-Skates & Tryouts

    Enjoy evaluation season — and remember to breathe. 🏒

    #OurKidsPlayHockey #YouthHockey #HockeyParents #HockeyTryouts #IDSkates #HockeyDevelopment #Tier1Hockey #Tier2Hockey #HockeyCulture #ParentingInSports

    Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!

    Our Kids Play Hockey is powered by NHL Sense Arena! 🏒🥽

    Trusted by our kids! Trust it with yours! Trusted at the NHL level through youth hockey, Sense Arena uses VR and mixed reality to build hockey IQ, confidence, and decision-making for skaters and goalies at their own pace.

    And their March offer is huge:
    50% off an annual plan compared to paying monthly, plus a free hockey training ball, free Green Biscuit, and free shipping.

    Or go all in with

    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
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    56 m
  • GIVEAWAY 🎉 Puck Hog 3 Is Here! Christie Casciano-Burns’ Trophy Thief Mystery

    GIVEAWAY 🎉 Puck Hog 3 Is Here! Christie Casciano-Burns’ Trophy Thief Mystery
    Mar 3 2026

    🎉 GIVEAWAY ALERT, Hockey Families! 🎉

    Something BIG just dropped in the Our Kids Play Hockey world… and we’re celebrating the best way we know how — by giving back to YOU.

    Christie Casciano-Burns — award-winning journalist, USA Hockey Magazine columnist, and the original inspiration behind this podcast — has officially released Puck Hog 3: Trophy Thief Mystery… and we’re giving away FIVE copies!

    In this special edition episode, we dive into:

    🏆 The mystery behind the missing Lake Placid Invitational Trophy
    📚 Why hockey books matter more than medals
    ❤️ The life lessons woven into the Puck Hog series — teamwork, empathy, compassion & celebrating differences
    ⛸️ The fun rivalry between hockey players and figure skaters
    🎨 The heart behind the hand-drawn illustrations
    🌍 And exciting news about worldwide distribution through Globe Pequot & Simon & Schuster

    If you’ve got a hockey-loving kid who doesn’t love reading… this might just be the book that changes that.

    And yes — it’s a true mystery. We’re not giving away the ending.

    🎁 Want to win a copy?
    It’s simple:
    ✔ Like Our Kids Play Hockey
    ✔ Tag a friend
    ✔ Share the post

    We’ll select FIVE winners!

    Because at the end of the day, hockey is about more than trophies. It’s about stories, relationships, and the lessons our kids carry long after the final buzzer.

    Grab your copy of Puck Hog 3: Trophy Thief Mystery wherever books are sold — and good luck in the giveaway!

    Skate hard. Have fun. And keep building great hockey humans. 🏒

    #OurKidsPlayHockey #PuckHog3 #YouthHockey #HockeyParents #HockeyBooks #ChristieCascianoBurns #HockeyFamily #YouthSports #HockeyLife #BookGiveaway

    Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!

    Our Kids Play Hockey is powered by NHL Sense Arena! 🏒🥽

    Trusted by our kids! Trust it with yours! Trusted at the NHL level through youth hockey, Sense Arena uses VR and mixed reality to build hockey IQ, confidence, and decision-making for skaters and goalies at their own pace.

    🎯 Visit NHL.SenseArena.com/OKPH for their lowest price of the season and use code OKPH to get $25 off an annual plan or headset bundle.

    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:

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    12 m
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