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Our Kids Play Hockey: Three Pieces of Advice Hockey Parents Ask For—Then Ignore

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We get asked for advice all the time but what happens when that advice goes in one ear and out the other?In this episode, Lee and Mike dive into three common pieces of guidance that youth hockey parents frequently seek outthen completely disregard. From multi-sport overload, to the myth of showcases, to chasing teams hours away for more letters, we tackle the realities of what kids really need to develop and thrive in this sport. Topics include: Why playing multiple sports at the same time can backfire The truth about showcases and being seen Travel time vs. development timewhat matters more? How burnout often starts way before it shows up Choosing development over the best team Why off-ice habits and creativity are just as important as ice timeWhether youre new to the game or a seasoned hockey parent, this one is packed with real talk, proven experience, and thoughtful questions to help guide your hockey familys journey. As always, were not here to judgejust to share what weve seen and learned along the way.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 - Mastering the Goalie Mindset with Olympian Sami Small

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Ever wondered what it takes to create a winning goalie partnership in youth hockey? Discover the secrets behind successful team dynamics with insights from Olympian Sami Small on "Ride to the Rink." This episode is packed with valuable advice for young players and coaches, emphasizing the power of teamwork and mutual support.Key Discussion Points:- Multiple Goalies on a Team: Understanding the dynamics and choices involved in who plays.- Goalie Partnerships and Support: Why there's no "backup goalie"just teammates supporting each other.- Skater-Goalie Interactions: Tips for skaters on effective communication and interaction with goalies.- Goalies Advocating for Themselves: Strategies for young goalies to enhance practice engagement.- Dealing with a Goalie's Bad Game: How teammates can constructively support a struggling goalie.Sami Small shares her wisdom on fostering a positive environment where every player thrives. Whether you're a goalie, skater, or coach, these insights will help you build a cohesive and supportive team. #YouthHockey #GoaliePartnerships #Teamwork #RideToTheRink #HockeyInsightsClick 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 Kids Play Goalie - Sami Jo Small on Goaltending, Grit, and Growth

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In this week's episode of Our Kids Play Goalie, Lee Elias, Christy Casciano-Burns, and Mike Bonelli welcome a true icon in womens hockeySami Jo Small, three-time Olympian, two-time gold medalist, and a lifelong advocate for inclusion, purpose, and team unity.From being the only girl on the street in Winnipeg playing road hockey with her brothers friends, to starting in net for Team Canada, Samis path wasnt just unconventionalit was groundbreaking.We explore:Her early days as the girl goalie and how inclusion, support, and street hockey shaped her identity.Why playing in boys leagues taught her resilienceand what we can all learn from being different on the team.What her parents got right about letting her playand how small decisions from adults can shape a childs future.Stanford, mechanical engineering, and club hockey on a mens teamhow she kept joy in the game without the pressure of being seen.How she made Team Canada almost by accident, thanks to a chance meeting, a bold leap of faith, and one coach who believed in her.How it felt to be told she wouldnt start in the 2002 Olympic gold medal gameand how that moment shaped her understanding of roles, leadership, and humility.The myth of the one goalie system and how goalies can and should support each other.What it really means to be part of a championship teamand how we can teach this to our kids now, at every level of youth hockey.Why joynot ambitionshould drive a young athletes development.Her daughters decision to leave hockey and how Sami learned to support a completely different kind of journey.This episode is a masterclass in humility, perspective, and purpose. Whether youre raising a goalie, coaching one, or are one, Samis story will change the way you see the gameand the people in it. Also mentioned: The Role I Played by Sami Jo Small a must-read memoir about elite sports, adversity, and identity.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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