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A relatable and honest podcast about the highs and lows of being a youth hockey parent. Join us as we share real stories, struggles, and wins from the rink, offering insights and support for parents navigating the world of youth hockey.
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- Yesterday2h 46m
Episode 77: Hockey Is Bigger Than the Game | Live from Mo's Smile
This week, Crazy Hockey Dads heads to Longwood Hockey for the Mo's Smile fundraiser benefiting Memorial Sloan Kettering and Shoot for a Cure.Scott and Jamie sit down with Maurice Campbell, Rob Laferriere, Evan Rodrigues, and Dan Muse for honest conversations about hockey, parenting, adversity, and why this sport is bigger than wins and losses. From raising kids who love the game to trusting the process, giving back, and supporting families through unimaginable loss, every guest shares what the hockey community looks like at its very best. In this episode: Maurice Campbell on Mo's legacy and why the mission continues Rob Laferriere on keeping youth hockey fun Evan Rodrigues on confidence, commitment, and falling in love with the process Dan Muse on leadership, adversity, and why hockey is a community first This isn't just another hockey episode, it's a reminder of why so many families fall in love with this game in the first place.Mo's Smile: https://mosmilefoundation.org/CHD/MSK Donation Page: http://mskcc.convio.net/goto/chdmsc2026Longwood Academy: https://www.floridasurfhockey.com/longwood-academyEvan Rodrigues IG: https://www.instagram.com/evanr17/?hl=enDan Muse IG: https://www.instagram.com/danmuse12/?hl=en Partners:https://www.pacificrink.com/https://www.instagram.com/bigjohndangles/https://hockeytraining.com/https://www.titanbattlegear.com/crazyhockeydadshttps://howieshockeytape.com/https://www.athleticperformanceinsight.com/Socials:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crazyhockeydadspodcastX: https://x.com/CrazyhockeydadsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crazyhockeydadspodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Crazy-Hockey-Dads-Podcast/61578631923150/
- 1 weeks ago2h 45m
Episode 76: Mid Fairfield's Danielle Ward - Your Kid Doesn't Need a Better Team
The championship coach behind one of youth hockey's top programs.Scott and Jamie sit down with Danielle Ward - head coach at Mid Fairfield, Breakaway Academy coach, and former pro player for an honest conversation about what actually develops hockey players. Danielle explains why parents often make development harder by chasing the next team, overanalyzing every decision, and focusing on status instead of confidence. She shares why accountability has to be fair, why kids need room to make mistakes, and how the right environment matters more than the logo on the jersey. The conversation also covers the growth of girls hockey, building championship teams at Mid Fairfield, academy hockey, burnout, spring hockey, and what Danielle looks for in players beyond talent. In this episode: Why chasing the next team can hurt development The biggest mistakes hockey parents make Building accountability without losing confidence Why kids need to make and learn from their own mistakes This episode is a masterclass in long-term player development from one of the most respected youth coaches in the game.Danielle Ward IG: https://www.instagram.com/dwardy22/?hl=enMid Fairfield Hockey: https://www.instagram.com/mid_fairfield_hockey/?hl=enBreakaway Academy: https://breakawayacademy.net/Mo's Smile: https://mosmilefoundation.org/Partners:https://www.pacificrink.com/https://www.instagram.com/bigjohndangles/https://hockeytraining.com/https://www.titanbattlegear.com/crazyhockeydadshttps://howieshockeytape.com/https://www.athleticperformanceinsight.com/Socials:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crazyhockeydadspodcastX: https://x.com/CrazyhockeydadsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crazyhockeydadspodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Crazy-Hockey-Dads-Podcast/61578631923150/
- 2 weeks ago2h 43m
Episode 75: I Didn't Need AAA to Make the NHL (w/ Stanley Cup Winner Erik Cole)
The late bloomer who proved everyone wrong.Scott and Jamie sit down with former NHL forward and Stanley Cup champion Erik Cole for an honest conversation about the winding road from small-town hockey in upstate New York to nearly 900 NHL games. Erik shares how he didn't play AAA hockey, grew up in a community program, was a late bloomer physically, and almost let a difficult college coaching experience derail his career. He explains how one breakthrough season changed everything and why confidence can be just as important as talent. The conversation also dives into youth hockey today, becoming a hockey dad, coaching his own son, and the lessons he learned from both the NHL and behind the bench. In this episode: How a late growth spurt changed Erik's career Why confidence was the turning point The college coaching experience that almost pushed him out of hockey Why adversity prepared him for the NHL This is a reminder that there's more than one path to the highest level of hockey.Erik Cole IG: https://www.instagram.com/eriktcole/?hl=enMo's Smile: https://mosmilefoundation.org/Partners:https://www.pacificrink.com/https://www.instagram.com/bigjohndangles/https://hockeytraining.com/https://www.titanbattlegear.com/crazyhockeydadshttps://howieshockeytape.com/https://www.athleticperformanceinsight.com/Socials:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crazyhockeydadspodcastX: https://x.com/CrazyhockeydadsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crazyhockeydadspodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Crazy-Hockey-Dads-Podcast/61578631923150/
- 3 weeks ago2h 10m
Episode 74: 2026 Hobey Baker Winner Max Plante - Small, Overlooked… Then Everything Changed
The 2026 Hobey Baker winner on late growth, betting on himself, and chasing big dreams.Scott and Jamie sit down with Max Plante for a conversation that has surprisingly little to do with trophies and everything to do with development.Max shares how he was just 5'4", 120 pounds when he left Minnesota high school hockey for the NTDP, why many people questioned the decision, and how learning to compete as one of the smallest players on the ice ultimately became one of his biggest advantages. He also talks about growing up in Hermantown, playing every sport he could, the influence of his hockey family, battling through injuries, winning World Juniors gold, and why pushing yourself into uncomfortable situations is often the fastest path to growth. In this episode: Why being undersized helped shape his game The emotional decision to leave Minnesota for the NTDP What injuries taught him about resilience Why playing multiple sports made him a better hockey player This isn't just the story of a Hobey Baker winner, it's a reminder that development isn't always linear, and betting on yourself is often the hardest move to make.Max Plante: https://www.instagram.com/mdplanet10University Minnesota Duluth: https://umdbulldogs.com/sports/mens-ice-hockeyMo's Smile: https://mosmilefoundation.org/Partners:https://www.pacificrink.com/https://www.instagram.com/bigjohndangles/https://hockeytraining.com/https://www.titanbattlegear.com/crazyhockeydadshttps://howieshockeytape.com/https://www.athleticperformanceinsight.com/Socials:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crazyhockeydadspodcastX: https://x.com/CrazyhockeydadsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crazyhockeydadspodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Crazy-Hockey-Dads-Podcast/61578631923150/
- 4 weeks ago2h 40m
Episode 73: TopLine Hockey - Your Kid Doesn’t Need the Best Team…They Need the Right Coach
Scott and Jamie sit down with Justin Selman and Boo Nieves of TopLine Hockey for a brutally honest conversation about development, coaching, team-hopping, and what parents keep getting wrong. Justin and Boo share their own paths through Michigan, pro hockey, the AHL grind, injuries, coaching, and building TopLine into one of the most trusted development groups in the area. But the real meat of this episode is youth hockey today: why parents chase logos, why kids get stuck in the wrong roles too early, why switching teams every year can backfire, and why the best situation isn’t always the best-ranked team. In this episode: Why “the best team” may be the wrong fit Why team-hopping can become a red flag Why you can’t force a kid to love hockey The brutal reality of the AHL grind If your kid is miserable, underused, or chasing the next logo - this one is required listening.TopLine: https://tlhockey.com/TopLine IG: https://www.instagram.com/toplinehockeyMo's Smile: https://mosmilefoundation.org/Partners:https://www.pacificrink.com/https://www.instagram.com/bigjohndangles/https://hockeytraining.com/https://www.titanbattlegear.com/crazyhockeydadshttps://howieshockeytape.com/https://www.athleticperformanceinsight.com/Socials:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crazyhockeydadspodcastX: https://x.com/CrazyhockeydadsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crazyhockeydadspodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Crazy-Hockey-Dads-Podcast/61578631923150/
- Jun 24, 20262h 19m
Episode 72: The Hockey World Got Bigger... Not Easier (with Sean Flanagan)
What college coaches are actually looking for in today's game.Scott and Jamie sit down with Sean Flanagan, Associate Head Coach at Cornell University, for a candid conversation about recruiting, development, and what separates players who keep advancing from those who stall out. Sean explains how the recruiting landscape has changed with more teams, more leagues, and the transfer portal creating a much larger pool of players than ever before. He also shares what Cornell looks for beyond talent, including character, academics, consistency, and a genuine love of the game. The conversation dives into youth hockey development, multi-sport athletes, late bloomers, recruiting misconceptions, and why parents often worry about things that matter far less than they think. In this episode: How recruiting has changed in the portal era What Ivy League coaches actually look for Why development isn't always linear The value of multi-sport athletes Common recruiting mistakes families make Why passion for hockey still matters If you're trying to understand what college coaches are really evaluating, this episode is a must-listen.Cornell University Men's Ice Hockey: https://cornellbigred.com/sports/mens-ice-hockeyCornell University Women's Ice Hockey: https://cornellbigred.com/sports/womens-ice-hockeyPartners:https://www.pacificrink.com/https://www.instagram.com/bigjohndangles/https://hockeytraining.com/https://www.titanbattlegear.com/crazyhockeydadshttps://howieshockeytape.com/https://www.athleticperformanceinsight.com/Socials:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crazyhockeydadspodcastX: https://x.com/CrazyhockeydadsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crazyhockeydadspodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Crazy-Hockey-Dads-Podcast/61578631923150/
- Jun 17, 20262h 34m
Episode 71: The Craziest Hockey Parent I Ever Met Was Me (with Rich Cohen)
Before Rich Cohen wrote Pee-Wees: Confessions of a Hockey Parent, he thought he understood youth hockey parents..then he became one. Scott and Jamie sit down with the bestselling author to discuss the real story behind Pee-Wees, the emotional pull of youth hockey, and how even self-aware parents can get caught up in rankings, team placements, and the pursuit of "what's next." Rich shares stories from his own playing days, his son's hockey journey, and the lessons he learned after realizing that parents often spend so much time chasing the next step that they miss the season they're living right now. In this episode: The surprising status game behind team selections What Rich learned after writing Pee-Wees Adult league and youth hockey stories that are almost too good to be true Why parents should stop worrying so much about the next team If you've ever obsessed over tryouts, rankings, or the ride home after a game, this episode will feel very familiar. Rich Cohen https://www.authorrichcohen.com/Pee Wees: Confessions of a Hockey Parent https://www.amazon.comPartners:https://www.pacificrink.com/https://www.instagram.com/bigjohndangles/https://hockeytraining.com/https://www.titanbattlegear.com/crazyhockeydadshttps://howieshockeytape.com/https://www.athleticperformanceinsight.com/Socials:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crazyhockeydadspodcastX: https://x.com/CrazyhockeydadsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crazyhockeydadspodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Crazy-Hockey-Dads-Podcast/61578631923150/
- Jun 10, 20261h 47m
Episode 70: Hockey Is Becoming Unaffordable (with Zechariah Thomas)
The former junior player trying to make hockey cheaper.Scott and Jamie sit down with Zechariah Thomas, founder and CEO of Swift Hockey, to talk about the rising cost of hockey and why more families are getting priced out of the game. Zechariah shares his unconventional hockey journey - starting at age 10, playing major junior and pro hockey, and building businesses while still playing. He explains how seeing teammates struggle to afford equipment inspired him to start Swift Hockey and why he's obsessed with making the game more accessible. The conversation covers hockey stick myths, expensive equipment, prep school costs, youth hockey spending, and the reality that parents often spend money in places that don't actually help development. In this episode: Starting hockey at 10 and still reaching the junior/pro level Why hockey is becoming unattainable for many families Why kids don't need a $400 stick Building a hockey company from the trunk of a car If you've ever wondered whether youth hockey is getting too expensive, this episode is for you.Swift Hockey: https://swifthockey.com/Partners:https://www.pacificrink.com/https://www.instagram.com/bigjohndangles/https://hockeytraining.com/https://www.titanbattlegear.com/crazyhockeydadshttps://howieshockeytape.com/https://www.athleticperformanceinsight.com/Socials:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crazyhockeydadspodcastX: https://x.com/CrazyhockeydadsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crazyhockeydadspodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Crazy-Hockey-Dads-Podcast/61578631923150/
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