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EPISODE · Apr 18, 2026 · 9 MIN

The Ride to The Rink: Why Checking In Might Be the Most Important Thing You Do on Your Team

from Our Kids Play Hockey · host Our Kids Play Hockey

🏒 What if the most important thing you do for your team today…has nothing to do with hockey skills?In this powerful Ride to the Rink episode, Lee, Mike, and Christie are joined by Rob to talk about a simple idea that’s making a BIG impact across hockey: the “Shoulder Check.”It’s not about looking over your shoulder on the ice—it’s about checking in on the people around you. Because the truth is, you never know what a teammate might be going through.💬 Inspired and supported by NHL players like Chris Kreider and Trevor Zegras, this movement is changing how teams connect, communicate, and care for each other.🔥 In this episode, you’ll learn:Why small actions can make the biggest differenceHow checking in builds stronger teams (and better people)Real stories of youth players leading the movementHow YOU can bring the “Shoulder Check” to your team💡 The best part? You don’t need to be a captain to lead. You just need to care.👉 Take action today: Talk to your teammates. Talk to your coach. Visit shouldercheck.org and bring this to your team.Because we all have a hand to give.🎧 Listen now—and don’t forget to check in.📖 Want a written version you can reference anytime? Check out our companion blog: The “Shoulder Check” That Could Change Your Hockey Team Forever#HockeyLife #TeamCulture #MentalHealthInSports #YouthHockey #BeATeammate #Leadership #ShoulderCheck #RideToTheRink #HockeyFamily #StrongerTogetherClick To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!Keep your player sharp this summer with NHL Sense Arena. Save $25 on an annual plan with code OKPH at hockey.SenseArena.com/okphHave 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 GroupXInstagramLinkedInYouTube

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🏒 What if the most important thing you do for your team today…has nothing to do with hockey skills? In this powerful Ride to the Rink episode, Lee, Mike, and Christie are joined by Rob to talk about a simple idea that’s making a BIG impact across hockey: the “Shoulder Check.” It’s not about looking over your shoulder on the ice—it’s about checking in on the people around you. Because the truth is, you never know what a teammate might be going through. 💬 Inspired and supported by NHL players l...

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