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2025/03/24
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2026/11/04
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148 min.
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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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Episode 91: From B-Level Hockey to Brown University Head Coach w/ Tom Upton
2026/11/04
From B-level youth hockey in Texas to running a Division I program at Brown University.
Scott and Jamie sit down with Brown University head coach Tom Upton to talk about his unconventional hockey journey, coaching philosophy, and what he looks for in players at the college level.
Tom shares how he started organized hockey at nine years old, played B-level hockey in Austin, and showed up at a USHL tryout without knowing what junior hockey even was. After getting completely overwhelmed, he returned the following year, made the camp's All-Star Game, and eventually played juniors, Division III college hockey, and professionally before finding his calling behind the bench.
The conversation also gets into why hockey IQ matters more than flashy skills, why recruiting timelines are different for every player, the importance of youth coaching, and what Tom has learned as both a Division I coach and hockey dad.
In this episode:
Going from B-level hockey in Texas to a USHL tryoutWhy getting humbled became a turning point in his developmentThe path from D3 hockey to coaching at BrownWhy recruiting at 16 isn't necessarily better than recruiting at 19This one is a reminder that where your kid starts in hockey doesn't have to determine where the game takes them.
Brown Men's Ice Hockey IG: https://www.instagram.com/brownu_mhockey/ Brown Men's Ice Hockey Website: https://brownbears.com/sports/mens-ice-hockeyhttps://brownbears.com/sports/mens-ice-hockeyECAC IG: https://www.instagram.com/ecachockey/
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Episode 90: The DL & The 12th Forward Trap w/ USA Hockey’s Bob Mancini
2026/10/28
Making the highest-level team is not always the same thing as making the best developmental choice.
Scott and Jamie welcome Bob Mancini back for his third appearance to discuss the launch of USA Hockey’s new Development League, what it means for Tier 1 hockey, and why parents should resist treating the DL label as the only path forward.
Bob explains why a 14-year-old may develop more by playing major minutes, running the power play, and handling the puck on a Tier 1 team than by becoming the twelfth forward on a DL roster. He also breaks down the league’s plans for games, rest, off-ice training, video, championships, roster limits, and multiple entry and exit points.
The conversation also tackles the Brick Tournament argument, late development, puberty, high school and prep hockey, officiating, and the one thing that should remain part of every level of the game: fun.
In this episode:
Why Tier 1 remains essential alongside the DLThe danger of chasing a label instead of the right environmentOne game per day, recovery, video, and player developmentMultiple paths through DL, Tier 1, prep and high school hockeyThe jersey matters less than the environment where your player can develop, take ownership, and keep loving the game.
USA Hockey DL FAQ: https://www.usahockey.com/news_article/show/1333125
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Episode 89: Is Your Kid on the Wrong Hockey Team? w/ Islanders Hockey Clubs' Mike Busconi
2026/10/21
The best team isn't always the best place for your kid to develop.
Scott and Jamie sit down with Mike Busconi, Islanders Hockey Club - East Director and coach at The Winchendon School, to talk about youth hockey development, team selection, and the increasingly competitive road to higher levels of hockey.
Mike explains why being a bottom-line player on a top AAA team isn't always the best situation, especially when kids aren't getting enough puck touches or meaningful reps in practice. He also gets into parents chasing status over development, the pressure of year-round hockey, and why sometimes taking a step back is the smartest move.
The conversation also covers AAA hockey becoming watered down, navigating tryouts and getting cut, the benefits of prep school, and why families need to look beyond Division I when considering their child's hockey future.
In this episode:
Why the best team isn't always the best fitWhy AAA hockey is becoming watered downNavigating tryouts, cuts, and crazy hockey parentsPrep school, D1, D3, and alternative hockey pathsThis one is a reminder for hockey parents: the goal isn't to get your kid on the best team today. It's to put them in the best position to keep getting better.
Islanders Hockey Club IG: https://www.instagram.com/ihc.hockey/Islanders Hockey Club website: https://islandershockeyclub.com/
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Episode 88: “Parents Don’t Understand How Their Pressure Stunts Development” w/ Princeton’s Courtney Kessel
2026/10/14
The pressure meant to help a young player succeed may be the very thing holding them back.
Scott and Jamie sit down with Princeton women’s hockey head coach Courtney Kessel to talk development, recruiting, team culture, and the role parents should play as the game gets more serious.
Courtney shares her path from multi-sport athlete to Team Canada, including being the final cut from the 2014 Olympic team and returning to practice with the players who were going. She explains how that experience shaped the way she helps athletes handle disappointment, separate hockey performance from personal identity, and respond productively when they are not getting the role they want.
She also gets into what Princeton evaluates beyond talent, why culture matters more than winning, and why being the best player at a lower level may offer more development than sitting at the bottom of a stronger team. For parents, her message is direct: give players a voice, let them take ownership, and recognize when pressure is taking the joy out of the game.
In this episode:
Why taking time away from hockey can renew a player’s love for itWhat Princeton evaluates beyond skill and statisticsBeing a top-six player versus the twelfth forwardWhy character and kindness matter during recruitingSupport the player, protect the joy, and let them own the journey.
Princeton Womens Ice Hockey: https://www.instagram.com/princetonwhockey/
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Episode 87: “You Have to Coach the Human” w/ The Hockey Barn’s Kyle Kinze
2026/10/07
The best development does not always come from the best team, the most expensive lesson, or the loudest car ride home.
Recorded live at The Hockey Barn in Atlanta, Scott and Jamie sit down with founder and longtime coach Kyle Kinze. Kyle explains how a pulmonary embolism ended his playing career at 19, why he turned to coaching, and why he built a place centered on access, creativity, free play, and community.
Kyle gets honest about growing up with a perfectionist father, changing the car ride home with his own kids, and learning that coaching a player starts with understanding the person. Scott and Jamie add their own hard-earned mistakes about expensive training, chasing higher-level teams, and pushing kids toward a version of hockey they may not want.
The conversation also tackles choosing the coach over the jersey, valuing puck touches and ice time, watching for burnout, and giving kids enough room to fall in love with the game on their own terms.
In this episode:
Why free play and creativity are essential to developmentBetter questions for the car ride homeChoosing the right coach over the best teamBuilding The Hockey Barn around training, competing, and belongingLive questions on speed, endurance, coachability, and tournament hockeyCoach the human, protect the love of the game, and let development follow.
The Hockey Barn: https://thehockeybarnatl.com/The Hockey Barn IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehockeybarnatl/
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Episode 86: Is Your Kid Overtraining or Under-Recovering? w/ Bill Parisi
2026/09/30
Your young athlete may not need another workout. They may need better recovery and a smarter definition of strength.
Bill Parisi went from an undersized high school athlete to a two-time Division I All-American and Olympic Trials javelin competitor. He later built the Parisi Speed School from a van and his parents’ basement into a youth performance system that has trained athletes for more than three decades.
Bill explains why sleep, hydration, nutrition, and tissue care can matter as much as the next practice. He also shares why recovery is one of the biggest things parents miss. Then he challenges the idea that strength is simply a bigger squat or bench press. For hockey players trying to become harder to move around the puck, traditional lifting is only part of the equation.
In this episode:
Why Bill tells athletes to make sleep more important than practiceWhat parents misunderstand about overuse and recoveryHow properly coached resistance training can benefit kids before pubertyWhy bodyweight exercises aren’t automatically safer than weightsHow “farm-boy strength” prepares players to stay strong in awkward, off-balance positionsMore training isn’t automatically better. The right stress, recovery, and coaching are what move an athlete forward.
Bill Parisi IG: https://www.instagram.com/bill_parisiParisi Speed School: https://www.parisischool.com/Parisi Speed School IG: https://www.instagram.com/parisispeedschoolParisi Speed School YT: https://www.youtube.com/user/ParisiSpeedSchool1
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Episode 85: He Got Cut From His High School Team. Then He Made the NHL. w/ Guy Hebert
2026/09/23
Getting cut didn’t end Guy Hebert’s hockey journey. It helped shape it.
Scott and Jamie sit down with former Mighty Ducks of Anaheim goaltender and NHL All-Star Guy Hebert to talk about an unlikely path from Troy, New York, to Hamilton College and eventually more than a decade in the NHL.
Guy shares what happened when he was cut from his high school team as a freshman and instead found a team where he could play every game, see more shots and keep developing. He also talks about growing up without private goalie coaching, the sacrifices his parents made, and their simple approach: they’d support his hockey as long as he was the one asking to play.
The conversation gets into how goaltending has changed, what youth coaches often get wrong with goalies, why young goalies need ice time and edge work, and Guy’s experiences with the Mighty Ducks, Team USA and some of the biggest names in hockey.
In this episode:
What goalie parents should know How goaltending and goalie development have changed Going from Hamilton College to the NHL Stories from the Mighty Ducks and Team USA Guy’s advice to young goalies is pretty simple: get as much ice time as you can, play against better players when you get the chance, and enjoy each step instead of obsessing over the top of the ladder.
Guy Hebert: https://www.instagram.com/guyhebert31The Mask & The Mic Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/themaskandthemicMo's Smile: https://mosmilefoundation.org/CHD/MSK Donation Page: http://mskcc.convio.net/goto/chdmsc2026
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Episode 84: “I’ll Take Hockey IQ Over Size 100 Times Over” w/ North Jersey Avalanche's Jamie Cahill
2026/09/16
What does a coach who’s spent decades developing elite players actually look for?
Scott and Jamie sit down with longtime North Jersey Avalanche coach Jamie Cahill to talk player development, hockey IQ, coaching, and what separates players as they move into the highest levels of youth hockey.
Jamie gets into why he’ll take hockey IQ over size, why players need the freedom to make mistakes, and how coaches can teach creativity instead of creating robots. He also explains why developing the person matters just as much as developing the player and why kids need to learn to advocate for themselves instead of having their parents do it for them.
The conversation also gets into body checking, puberty and development, position specialization, video work, player advancement, crazy hockey parents, and the changing path from youth hockey to juniors and college.
In this episode:
Teaching hockey IQ by allowing players to fail When kids should start learning body contact Developing the person - not just the hockey player Navigating the changing path through elite youth hockey This one gets right to the heart of development: give players room to think, make mistakes, and learn how to play the game.
North Jersey Avalanche: https://www.icehousenj.com/north-jersey-avalanchehttps://www.instagram.com/nj_avalanche/Mo's Smile: https://mosmilefoundation.org/CHD/MSK Donation Page: http://mskcc.convio.net/goto/chdmsc2026
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Episode 83: From the NTDP & USHL to Ivy League Baseball w/ Mike Vilardo
2026/09/09
NTDP, USHL, Ivy League baseball and a path that was anything but straightforward.
Scott and Jamie sit down with Subject founder Mike Vilardo to talk about a unique athletic journey that took him through AAA hockey, the U.S. National Team Development Program, the USHL, and Division I baseball at Penn and Purdue.
Mike talks candidly about struggling when he went from a top-line player to a fourth-line role, walking away from hockey, coming back to the USHL, and the decisions he’d make differently today. He also gets into why his dad prioritized ice time and puck touches over chasing the best team, and the value of letting kids work through adversity themselves.
The conversation also gets into playing multiple sports, navigating seven schools in five years, and how Mike’s experience as a student-athlete eventually helped shape Subject and its work in education.
In this episode:
Making the jump to the NTDP Going from a top player to a fourth-line role Choosing ice time over the “best” team The value of playing multiple sports How Mike’s athletic and academic path helped shape Subject This one is about adversity, second chances, and realizing there’s rarely one right path.
Subject: https://subject.com Mo's Smile: https://mosmilefoundation.org/CHD/MSK Donation Page: http://mskcc.convio.net/goto/chdmsc2026
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Episode 82: From Shattuck to North Dakota to Pro Hockey w/ Brad Miller of Turtlebox
2026/09/02
He never made the NHL. He still built a decade-long pro hockey career.
Scott and Jamie sit down with former North Dakota and professional hockey player Brad Miller, now with Turtlebox Audio, to talk about a hockey path that took him from Atlanta to Shattuck-St. Mary’s, the USHL, North Dakota, and professional hockey.
Brad talks about growing up with nearly unlimited access to ice, spending hours playing unstructured hockey with his buddies, and how that helped develop creativity and hockey sense. He also gets into the jump to college hockey, unexpectedly moving from forward to defense, injuries, and building a long pro career without ever reaching the NHL.
In this episode:
Growing up playing unstructured hockey in Atlanta The path from Shattuck to North Dakota Going from forward to defense in college Building a pro career without making the NHL This one is a good reminder for hockey families: the NHL isn’t the only path to a successful hockey career.
Turtle Box: https://turtleboxaudio.com/Pacific Rink: https://www.pacificrink.com/ discount code: CrazyDad10Mo's Smile: https://mosmilefoundation.org/CHD/MSK Donation Page: http://mskcc.convio.net/goto/chdmsc2026
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Episode 81: Hockey’s Most Overlooked Piece of Equipment (w/ Pacific Rink CEO Brad Serkin)
2026/08/26
How one hockey dad turned a broken bag into one of hockey's most recognizable gear brands.
Scott and Jamie sit down with Pacific Rink co-founder and CEO Brad Serkin to talk about how a frustrating hockey bag experience sparked an idea that eventually grew into a brand seen in rinks around the country.
Brad takes us behind the scenes of building Pacific Rink, from prototypes and Kickstarter to getting into major retailers, and explains why the company refuses to launch products just to launch them. He also shares what's coming next, including a wheel bag they've spent years developing and new ideas designed around how hockey players actually use their gear.
The conversation also gets into surviving COVID, tariffs and supply-chain chaos, designing products through player feedback.
In this episode:
How three broken bags helped spark Pacific Rink Why organization became central to the original design Going from Kickstarter to major hockey retailers Why Pacific Rink won't make a product just because competitors do The wheel bag they've spent years trying to get right This one is a look behind a piece of hockey gear most of us never think much about and how two hockey dads built a business by obsessing over it.
Pacific Rink: https://www.pacificrink.com/ discount code: CrazyDad10
Mo's Smile: https://mosmilefoundation.org/CHD/MSK Donation Page: http://mskcc.convio.net/goto/chdmsc2026
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Episode 80: “Winning the Stanley Cup Was the Emptiest Feeling” (w/ Brent Sopel)
2026/08/19
The Stanley Cup champion who reached hockey's highest level while fighting a battle he didn't understand.
Scott and Jamie sit down with Stanley Cup champion Brent Sopel for a raw conversation about his NHL career, dyslexia, ADHD, mental health, self-esteem, and the way we teach kids in youth hockey.
Brent talks candidly about reading at a fourth-grade level in high school, being labeled “dumb, stupid and lazy,” and not discovering his learning differences until age 32. He explains why hockey became his source of self-esteem, why winning the Stanley Cup was also the “emptiest” feeling of his life, and how he learned to play hockey instead of think hockey.
The conversation also gets into why Brent believes “youth sport has become youth business,” what private training often gets wrong, the details today's players are missing, and why coaches need to become better teachers, especially for kids who learn differently.
In this episode:
Why winning the Stanley Cup felt unexpectedly emptyGrowing up with undiagnosed dyslexia and ADHDWhy self-esteem matters so much for young athletesWhy coaches need to understand how different kids learnThis one gives hockey parents something they need to hear: sometimes the kid isn't struggling because they can't do it, they may just need to be taught differently.
Sopel Foundation: https://www.sopelfoundation.org/Brent Sopel IG: https://www.instagram.com/brent_sopel/
Mo's Smile: https://mosmilefoundation.org/CHD/MSK Donation Page: http://mskcc.convio.net/goto/chdmsc2026
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Episode 79: I Never Had One-on-One's (w/ Princeton’s Chris Reiniger)
2026/08/12
One Princeton player's path - and why more isn't always better.
Recorded on location at Princeton's summer hockey camp, Scott and Jamie sit down with Princeton defenseman Chris Reiniger to talk about the path from Maryland youth hockey to South Kent, the Chicago Steel, and eventually Division I hockey at Princeton.
Chris talks candidly about starting hockey late, the sacrifices that nearly made him walk away from the game, and why finding the right environment helped keep his love for hockey alive. He also shares why he never did one-on-one training growing up, prefers competitive group sessions, and believes too much extra hockey can become exactly that...too much.
The conversation also gets into the jump from AAA to prep to juniors and college, mental performance and visualization, managing Princeton academics, and what life as a D1 athlete actually looks like.
In this episode:
Why he nearly questioned whether hockey was worth the sacrifice The massive jump from juniors to college hockey Visualization, confidence, and avoiding the “energy vampire” Balancing hockey, academics, and life at Princeton This one gives hockey parents something they don't hear enough: there isn't one required development formula for getting to the next level.
Mo's Smile: https://mosmilefoundation.org/CHD/MSK Donation Page: http://mskcc.convio.net/goto/chdmsc2026
Princeton University Men's Ice Hockey: https://goprincetontigers.com/sports/mens-ice-hockeyPrinceton University Women's Ice Hockey: https://goprincetontigers.com/sports/womens-ice-hockeyPrinceton Sports Camps: https://www.princetonsportscamps.com
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Episode 78: “We Don't Want Good Kids. We Want Great Kids.” (w/ Princeton's Shane Talarico)
2026/08/05
Why culture wins long before talent does.
Scott and Jamie sit down with Princeton Assistant Coach Shane Talarico, recorded on location at Princeton University's summer hockey camp, for a behind-the-scenes look at college coaching, recruiting, and what separates good teams from great ones.
Shane shares his unlikely coaching journey from Division III to Princeton, why there isn't one path to success, and how great coaches - and great players - are built through relationships, culture, and continuous learning. He also explains what Princeton really looks for in recruits, why character carries as much weight as talent, and how the hockey world stays connected behind the scenes.
In this episode:
Shane's path from Division III to Princeton Why great teammates become great players What Princeton looks for beyond talent How the transfer portal and CHL changes are reshaping college hockey Whether your child dreams of college hockey or you're simply trying to understand what coaches actually value, this episode is full of insight from one of the game's rising young coaches.
Mo's Smile: https://mosmilefoundation.org/CHD/MSK Donation Page: http://mskcc.convio.net/goto/chdmsc2026
Princeton University Men's Ice Hockey: https://goprincetontigers.com/sports/mens-ice-hockeyPrinceton University Women's Ice Hockey: https://goprincetontigers.com/sports/womens-ice-hockeyPrinceton Sports Camps: https://www.princetonsportscamps.com
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Episode 77: Hockey Is Bigger Than the Game | Live from Mo's Smile
2026/07/29
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/
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Dr Jerry Callo 2026/10/30
CHD Reviewed!
An Absolute Must-Listen-To for Hockey Families!
Crazy Hockey Dads is a fantastic podcast that captures everything we love (and sometimes drive us cra...
Snoogans213 2026/10/23
Relatable, great info, and good fun!
Jamie and Scott do an incredible job of capturing the highs, lows, and absolute craziness of being a hockey parent “in the trenches.” Their conversati...
TB2366 2026/10/21
10/10 Podcast
As a hockey parent, this is the most relatable podcast out there. Very funny and inspiring. All the interviews are excellent too
JMB8622 hockey dad 2026/09/25
Must Listen
As a hockey dad, I can honestly say the Crazy Hockey Dad Podcast is a must-listen. It’s real, entertaining, and relatable for anyone who has a kid pla...
Cuff2912 2026/09/10
Great for hockey parents!
Funny and relatable. Great for any hockey parents. Full of humor and great info to help navigate this crazy environment.
Yotamcohen1 2026/08/01
Love this
Great podcast! Love it !
italiandangla14 2026/06/29
Great Hockey Podcast
If you’re a hockey parent, coach, or just love the game, the Crazy Hockey Dads Podcast is a must-listen. Great conversations, authentic perspectives, ...
MitchellDylan 2026/06/23
Growing the game
New listener , great podcast! Please have a guest from Minnesota to explain why hockey is affordable when keeping it local .. it is truly hockey last ...
Josiah Pledl 2026/06/14
Love this podcast
Our 7 year old son fell in love with hockey instantly. Our five year old daughters on the same path now. We did try hockey for free and it was the bes...
Digger degan 2026/06/14
Been there done that
Great podcast. Having been a hockey dad I feel those pains.
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