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Our Kids Play Hockey: Giveaway: From Goalie Pads To Purpose Ryan Beckmann On Mental Health, Hockey, And Healing

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This week on The Wraparound Roundtable, we sit down with Ryan Beckmann father, coach, mental health advocate, and founder of The Last Save and Ultimate Goalie Showdown to explore how hockey became the pathway for his recovery and his mission to help others heal.From ICU hospital visits to launching nationwide events with NHL players, Ryan shares how pain shaped his purpose and how hes using the sport to support families and individuals battling mental health and addiction. In this episode:Turning personal struggle into a mission of serviceThe life-saving impact of small gestures from the hockey communityWhy authenticity, not virality, drives lasting contentWhat todays kids and creators need to hear about purpose and passionHow The Last Save is bridging gaps for families in crisisBehind-the-scenes of Ryans goalie showdown with Eddie Lack and how it sparked a movement GIVEAWAY:This weeks prize: Green Biscuit + Puckaround + Goalie Wraparound (Ryans pick!) 2 episodes per week = 2 chances to win 10 total episodes = 10 shots at the massive grand prize (yes, theres a Sparx machine in there) Enter now at HockeyNeverStops.com hit the Roundtable button!Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!NHL Sense Arena annual memberships are 50% off for the holidays, starting at just $29 a month plus you can save an extra $25 with code OKPH at checkout.Gift you hockey family the ultimate hockey training experience with NHL Sense Arena 26 available now 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 Group X Instagram LinkedIn YouTube

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Our Kids Play Hockey: Giveaway: Slurpees, Skates & Viral Creativity How Db16 Media Is Redefining Hockey Content

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This week on the Wraparound Roundtable, we sit down with Danny Bdzoch, the creative mind behind DB16 Media, known for his viral 711 jersey shoot, custom gear concepts, and wildly unique content thats capturing the spirit of hockey one post at a time.Danny shares how a Christmas GoPro turned into a content career, why authenticity beats algorithm, and how he balances fun, fandom, and originality all while fielding DMs from major brands and fans begging for his custom jerseys. In this episode:The spark behind DB16 Medias rise and that double-ended stickBehind the viral 711 shoot (and what the fire department had to do with it)Why doing it for the views isnt the key to long-term successThe design process behind his one-off jerseysHow Danny deals with the flood of DMs and negativityWhat he hopes young players and creators take from his journey GIVEAWAY:This weeks prize: Green Biscuit + Puckaround + BladeShade Sunglasses (Dannys pick!) 2 episodes per week = 2 chances to win 10 total episodes = 10 shots at our massive grand prize (including a Sparx sharpener!) Enter now at hockeyneverstops.com!Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!NHL Sense Arena annual memberships are 50% off for the holidays, starting at just $29 a month plus you can save an extra $25 with code OKPH at checkout.Gift you hockey family the ultimate hockey training experience with NHL Sense Arena 26 available now 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 Group X Instagram LinkedIn YouTube

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Our Kids Play Hockey: Our Girls Play Hockey: Should Girls Learn To Hit In Hockey? Pwhl Star Hayley Scamurra Breaks It Down

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Is Womens Hockey Becoming a Full-Contact Sport? Lets Talk About It.In todays episode of Our Girls Play Hockey, Lee and PWHL/Team USA forward Hayley Scamurra dive into one of the most talked-about topics in the sport right now: physicality, checking, and the evolution of competitive contact in womens hockey.With the PWHL playing faster and more physical than ever, parents and coaches everywhere are asking: Should girls start learning how to hit earlier? What counts as competitive contact? Is checking coming to youth or international play?Hayley brings real on-ice experience from the pro game, comparing PWHL physicality, NCAA standards, international rules, and even her time playing in Canada. Together, she and Lee break down how the womens game is changing and what it means for young players coming up today. In This Episode:What competitive contact really means in todays womens gameWhy the PWHL is already playing near full-checking hockeyThe difference between PWHL, NCAA, and IIHF rulesWhy learning to receive a hit is just as important as giving oneWhy younger players hesitate physically and how to help themDrills and coaching philosophies to safely introduce physical playThe future of checking in womens hockey: is change coming?#WomensHockey #PWHL #GirlsHockey #HockeyParents #YouthHockey #HockeyDevelopment #CheckingInHockey #CompetitiveContact #TeamUSA #HayleyScamurraClick To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!NHL Sense Arena annual memberships are 50% off for the holidays, starting at just $29 a month plus you can save an extra $25 with code OKPH at checkout.Gift you hockey family the ultimate hockey training experience with NHL Sense Arena 26 available now 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 Group X Instagram LinkedIn YouTube

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Our Kids Play Hockey: Bonus Deal Drop #3: 35% Off Hockey Room Favorites (ultimate Hockey Fans)

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Transform your hockey home setup with this incredible Black Friday deal from Ultimate Hockey Fans! From custom ceiling fans to lamps and wall art, these one-of-a-kind heirlooms bring hockey fandom to life. Lee highlights how his own family uses these amazing pieces and shares an exclusive 35% off code (UHF35)the deepest discount theyve ever offered! Light up your home like a true hockey fan. Visit: UltimateHockeyFans.com Use Code: UHF35Click 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: Bonus Deal Drop #4: Buy One, Get One Hockey Sticks (mode Hockey)

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This ones for the hockey gearheads and budget-savvy parents! In this episode, Lee introduces Mode Hockey, a brand creating elite-level sticks specifically built for youth players. With correct flex, shaft size, and kid-friendly curves, these true one-piece sticks are ideal for mites to intermediates. And right now, its BOGO on all sticksno code needed! Pro-quality sticks without the pro price tag. Visit: ModeHockey.comClick 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: Too Many Coaches On The Bench? Youth Hockey’s Loudest Problem

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Ever felt like there are too many voices on your childs hockey bench? This mailbag episode might hit close to home. Lee, Christie, and Mike dive into a letter from a parent-coach navigating a situation many families know all too well four coaches on the bench, nonstop yelling during games, and a sidelined head coach who isnt guiding the staff. The result? Chaos, confusion, and kids who dont know who to listen to.In this honest and relatable conversation, our hosts unpack: Why one voice behind the bench is crucial for development How yelling instructions at kids on the ice actually makes them play worse What great coaching actually looks like at the 8U10U level How assistant coaches can support without stepping on toes Why ego yes, ego is at the center of most youth hockey conflicts Simple steps teams can take this week to restore calm and clarity Why the best coaches (even in the NHL!) coach through relationships, not volumeLee also shares personal stories about coaching roles, Christie highlights the importance of communication, and Mike brings real-world experience on how to structure a bench so kids thrivenot freeze.If youre a parent, an assistant coach, or the head coach trying to manage your staff this episode is your playbook. Have a question for a future mailbag episode? Send it to team@ourkidsplayhockey.com We love answering real questions from real hockey families. Want a written version you can reference anytime? Check out our companion blog: Why One Voice Matters: Fixing Over-Coaching and Bench Chaos in Youth Hockey Like the episode? Share it with your team, your coaches, or your hockey board. Your five-star reviews help the show reach more families who need these conversations.#youthhockey #hockeyparents #hockeycoaching #hockeydevelopment #ourkidsplayhockey #benchmanagement #coachingtips #positivecoachingClick To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!NHL Sense Arena annual memberships are 50% off for the holidays, starting at just $29 a month plus you can save an extra $25 with code OKPH at checkout.Gift you hockey family the ultimate hockey training experience with NHL Sense Arena 26 available now 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 Group X Instagram LinkedIn YouTube

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Our Kids Play Hockey: Bonus Deal Drop #1: Save 25% On Off Ice Training (hockey Wraparound)

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Get ready to protect your sticks and your wallet this holiday season! In this special episode, Lee Elias shares a limited-time deal from Hockey Wraparound, the industry leader in off-ice stick protection. For four days only, you can get 25% off all Wraparound and Green Biscuit productsno code needed! Learn how this family-owned business is helping players train smarter and save money, and how supporting it helps keep Our Kids Play Hockey going strong. Visit: HockeyWrapAround.comClick 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: Bonus Deal Drop #2: The Perfect Gift For New Hockey Families (twig & Biscuit)

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Looking for the ideal hockey gift for a young player or new hockey family? In this micro-episode, Lee introduces Twig & Biscuit: Learn to Play Hockey, an award-winning childrens book co-authored with Paul Cohen. Perfect for ages 48, this beautifully illustrated book walks new players through getting dressed for the game. Plus, discover bonus merch like puck lamps and equipment checklistsonly at TwigBiscuit.com! Support small businesses AND the show this season! Visit: TwigBiscuit.comClick 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: Our Girls Play Hockey: The Truth About Hockey Life Balance (and Why It Might Not Exist)

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Is a hockey-life balance even realor is it just about priorities?This week on Our Girls Play Hockey, Lee Elias, Mike Bonelli, and PWHL star Hayley Scamurra dig into one of the biggest questions families face: how do young athletes juggle hockey, school, family, and downtime without burning out?From missed school dances and long road trips to the reality of puberty and injuries, Hayley shares her honest experience growing up in hockeyand what she wishes she knew about balance, rest, and resilience along the way. In this episode, we cover:What balance really looks like for elite athletesWhy priority balance may be more realistic than life balanceThe role parents play in guiding (not forcing) motivationWarning signs of burnout every parent and coach should watch forHow routines and habits build long-term successUnique challenges girls face during puberty and how coaches can support themWhether youre a player, parent, or coach, this is a cant-miss discussion on what it really takes to grow in hockeyand in life. Listen now, share with your hockey community, and let us know your thoughts! Want a written version you can reference anytime? Check out our companion blog: The Truth About Hockey Life Balance (and Why It Might Not Exist)#GirlsHockey #YouthHockey #HaileyScamurra #HockeyParenting #HockeyLifeBalance #PWHLClick To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!NHL Sense Arena annual memberships are 50% off for the holidays, starting at just $29 a month plus you can save an extra $25 with code OKPH at checkout.Gift you hockey family the ultimate hockey training experience with NHL Sense Arena 26 available now 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 Group X Instagram LinkedIn YouTube

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Our Kids Play Hockey: Wraparound Roundtable Update: Support Small Hockey Businesses!

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This week, Our Kids Play Hockey is taking a brief break from the Wraparound Roundtable giveaway series to celebrate the holiday season and encourage our community to support small and medium-sized hockey businesses.While theres no weekly giveaway this week, the grand prize is still on its way, and the full series continues soon! Holiday Shoutouts:HockeyWrapAround.com The original wraparound blade protector.TwigBiscuit.com Our brand-new youth book series, perfect for new hockey families and a great holiday gift! Whether you're shopping Black Friday or Cyber Monday, your support of hockey businesses makes a real impact on our community. Thanks for being part of the Our Kids Play Hockey familywe'll be back with a full episode soon!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

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Our Kids Play Hockey: The Ride To The Rink: A Thanksgiving Tradition From Our Hockey Family To Yours!

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This week, were giving thanks for YOU, our listeners, our incredible hockey community, and the five amazing years of Our Kids Play Hockey! Join hosts Lee Elias, Christy Casciano-Burns, and Mike Bonelli for a heartwarming Thanksgiving special thats all about gratitude, laughter, and celebrating how far this podcast (and our hockey families) have come.In this special holiday edition, the team shares: Reflections on five years of growing the OKPH community Heartfelt gratitude for listeners, guests, and hockey parents everywhere A behind-the-scenes peek at the amazing crew (shoutout to producer Katelynn, editor Xavier, and Our Girls Play Hockey co-host Haley Scamurra!) Why the hockey community means so much and what keeps them inspired week after weekPlus a fun reminder to check out the Wraparound Roundtable Giveaway happening every Wednesday, and some tips for surviving the youth hockey holiday tournament chaos!So grab a slice of pie (or your travel coffee mug for the next rink run) and spend this Thanksgiving with your extended hockey family. Want a written version you can reference anytime? Check out our companion blog: A Season of Thanks and Hockey! Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Our Kids Play Hockey!#OurKidsPlayHockey #HockeyFamily #YouthHockey #ThanksgivingEpisode #Gratitude #HockeyParents #HockeyPodcast #HockeyLife #OKPH #HockeyCommunityClick To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!NHL Sense Arena annual memberships are 50% off for the holidays, starting at just $29 a month plus you can save an extra $25 with code OKPH at checkout.Gift you hockey family the ultimate hockey training experience with NHL Sense Arena 26 available now 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 Group X Instagram LinkedIn YouTube

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Our Kids Play Hockey: The Car Ride Is Still Not For Coaching

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Every hockey parent has been there. The game ends, emotions run high, and before you know it the coaching starts before the gears even off. In one of our most revisited and requested topics, Lee, Mike, and Christie return to a fan-favorite message: the car ride is STILL not for coaching.In this heartfelt follow-up, the trio breaks down why post-game analysis in the car can damage your relationship with your player and what to do instead. From anxious parents to over-enthusiastic dads (and yes, near-accidents involving coaching boards ), this episode brings humor, honesty, and real-world strategies to one of youth hockeys trickiest habits. Highlights include:Why parents coach from the car (and how to stop)The difference between talking and coachingHow to make the car a safe space for your playerTips for coaches on setting car-ride boundaries earlyThe three phrases your kid actually needs to hear before every gameAnd a story involving Metallica, hockey homework, and hard-earned wisdom Whether youre a coach, parent, or player, this episode is a reminder: your voice matters most when your kid wants to hear it. Let the rink be for hockey and the ride home for connection. Have a question or story like todays listener letter? Send it to team@ourkidsplayhockey.com we might feature it on a future episode! Want a written version you can reference anytime? Check out our companion blog:The Car Ride Is Still Not for Coaching Why Parents Need to Hit the Brakes#HockeyParenting #YouthHockey #ParentCoachBalance #HockeyFamily #OurKidsPlayHockeyClick To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!NHL Sense Arena annual memberships are 50% off for the holidays, starting at just $29 a month plus you can save an extra $25 with code OKPH at checkout.Gift you hockey family the ultimate hockey training experience with NHL Sense Arena 26 available now 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 Group X Instagram LinkedIn YouTube

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