Our Kids Play Hockey: The Ride To The Rink: You Become Who You’re Around — A Youth Hockey Mindset Lesson With Doug Smith
Episode Description
What kind of hockey player are you becoming and what kind of person are you becoming along the way?On this episode of The Ride to the Rink, powered by NHL Sense Arena, Lee and Mike are joined by former NHL player Doug Smith a second overall NHL Draft pick and a member of the legendary Miracle on Manchester, one of the greatest playoff comebacks in NHL history.But todays message goes far beyond goals, skating, and hockey highlights.Doug speaks directly to young players about identity, mindset, peer pressure, and the power of choosing who you surround yourself with. His message is simple but powerful: you become what youre around.For kids who love hockey, dream big, and spend countless hours training, this episode is a reminder that your identity is bigger than the game. You are not just a hockey player. You are a teammate, a friend, a student, a family member, and a person still learning who you want to become.In this episode, kids and parents will hear about: Why your identity should never be limited to being just a hockey player How the people around you can shape your mindset, habits, and future Why communication is a skill you need to practice just like skating or shooting How seeking out better players and positive people can help you grow Why parents are part of the village that helps young athletes find their path Doug Smiths advice to young players: Get faster. The faster you are, the safer you are.This is a great episode for young athletes and parents to listen to together on the way to the rink, especially if your player is navigating confidence, peer pressure, team dynamics, or figuring out who they are beyond hockey.Wherever you are on your hockey journey, we believe in you. You should too. Listen now and share this episode with a hockey family who needs the reminder that growth happens both on and off the ice. Want a written version you can reference anytime? Check out our companion blog: Doug Smith on Building Your Hockey Identity Beyond the Ice#TheRideToTheRink #OurKidsPlayHockey #YouthHockey #HockeyParents #DougSmith #NHL #HockeyMindset #YouthSports #HockeyLife #PlayerDevelopment #HockeyConfidence #SportsParenting #NHLsenseArenaClick To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!Keep your player sharp this summer with NHL Sense Arena. Save $25 on an annual plan with code OKPH at hockey.SenseArena.com/okphHave 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 GroupXInstagramLinkedInYouTube