House of Hockey; Youth Hockey Rinks from Barns to NHL Luxury

On this episode of Michael and Angela dive into one of the true characters of youth hockey — the rink itself. From freezing cold “barns” with pothole-filled parking lots to immaculate NHL practice facilities with heated viewing areas and bars, they break down every type of hockey rink parents and players experience along the journey.The two discuss everything that makes a rink memorable: the quality (or horror) of the ice, boards that bounce, low benches and seating situations ranging from cushion seats to standing room only. Michael goes off on a passionate rant about youth hockey parking lots — including parents who stop in fire lanes, or double park .Angela puts her HBI skills from the Hockey Mom episode to work on figuring out all the rinks the oldest son has played at in his 12 year career.They also recap “Last Week in Hockey,” where the oldest son's Beer League Big Cheese Elite squad remains undefeated and the youngest son had his new jersey order made .