Goalies live in a world of their own—and these episodes reflect the unique blend of skill, psychology, and resilience it takes to play the position. Whether you're a young goalie, a parent, or a coach, this series brings expert wisdom to the crease.
Sami Jo Small on Confidence, Communication, and Goalie Development
Sami Jo Small, three-time Olympian, shares her journey as a goaltender and leader in women’s hockey, emphasizing confidence, communication, and long-term development for young netminders.
Brian Daccord: Goalies Are Not Normal – And That’s a Good Thing
Brian Daccord, goaltending coach and author, breaks down how parents and coaches can build trust with goalies and foster strong fundamentals—both on the ice and mentally.
Steve Valiquette: Teaching Goalies to Think the Game
Steve Valiquette dives into goaltending through the lens of modern analytics, helping kids understand positioning, anticipation, and decision-making.
Mastering Goalie Tryouts with Matt Tendler
Matt Tendler, longtime coach and goalie development specialist, shares everything goalies need to know about tryouts—from preparation to performance.
Paul Cohen on the Truth About Goalie Development
Paul Cohen, former pro goaltender, reveals what works (and what doesn’t) in goalie training and offers candid advice to parents and players chasing progress.
Bonus Listen: The Goalie Guild on Building a Lifelong Love for the Game
Justin Goldman, founder of The Goalie Guild, talks about goalie culture, mental wellness, and the journey to love the game—win or lose.
About Our Kids Play Hockey
Our Kids Play Hockey is one of the most trusted youth sports podcasts in North America—named a Top Hockey Podcast three times by the Sports Podcast Awards. Hosted by Lee Elias, Christie Casciano Burns, and Mike Bonelli, the show offers a front-row seat to the challenges and triumphs of the youth hockey world through candid conversations with NHL players, coaches, Olympic athletes, mental performance experts, and hockey parents.
Each week, the hosts dig into the real-life questions families, coaches, and players face—from tryouts and team culture to mindset and motivation—with warmth, humor, and deep experience. With over 400 episodes and a rapidly growing audience, the podcast has become a go-to resource for hockey families looking to stay informed, inspired, and connected to the game.
Host Lee Elias is also a proud Youth.Inc ambassador and contributor, where he brings his experience as an award-winning author, team-building strategist, and longtime coach at the youth, collegiate, and professional levels to a wider network of families and leaders across youth sports.
To learn more, visit OurKidsPlayHockey.com or listen wherever you get your podcasts.
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