Beer League to Pro League with Beers on Ice

 Here’s my full beer league hockey bag breakdown for Summer 2025—from the  goalie bag to the tiny bench bag. I cover get into my skates , protective gear, my new helmet, my lineup system, and why I always bring a small bench bag with me. LinksVideo Version of This EpisodeAycane Sock Review (Video Podcast)Aycane Base Layer Review (Video Podcast)SkateWorks Skate Trigger ToolBladetech Blade ReviewChoosing GogglesGoggles vs GlassesText the showSupport the showWant more from The Beer Leaguer? Check out our socials http://thebeerleaguer.com https://thebeerleaguer.buzzsprout.com https://www.instagram.com/thebeerleaguer/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the.beer.leaguer https://linktr.ee/beerleaguer Music by RomaRecord1973 via Pixabay

If you’ve ever wondered whether 3D printers can do more for hockey than crank out flexi-dragons, this episode is for you. We break down what not to print (pucks, targets, protective gear), and share practical beer-league-ready ideas: stickhandling aids, blade wraps, bottle carriers, gear organizers, SKÅDIS wall setups, and Sparx storage. There is even some cool uses for broken-sticks and a few just-for-fun prints that will look awesome in your hockey cave. Video Accompaniment Prints Mentioned (and a few bonus ones):Skådis Hockey gear board by GreenPlasticWateringCan (Printables.com) Hockey Stick Handling Trainer by jero (Printables.com)Hockey Stick Hanger by Shln3 (Printables.com) Hockey Training by Steven Quinn (Printables.com) Street/Roller Hockey Stick Blade Protector by Ariel Warsh (Printables.com) #0104 Ice Hockey Players for Coaching by BuildX (Printables.com) Moai Hockey Head by Scenestruck Art (Printables.com) Mini Air Hockey game by KittyKing123 (Printables.com) Goalie Hockey Stick Wall Hanger by LUC72 (Printables.com) Hockey player parking info funny warning Sign by ideat0m (Printables.com) Hockey jersey hanger protector by icedomin8r (Printables.com) Sparx Gridfinity Ring Organizer by John Sparrow (MakerWorld)hockey medal hanger by 0_Tuli_0 (MakerWorld)Hockey training by agik6 (MakerWorld)Fixum Dude Motors PiP Zamboni by Fixumdude (MakerWorld)Valve Stem Caps : NHL Stanley Cup! by ShapeShift 3D Creations (MakerWorld)Text the showSupport the showWant more from The Beer Leaguer? Check out our socials http://thebeerleaguer.com https://thebeerleaguer.buzzsprout.com https://www.instagram.com/thebeerleaguer/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the.beer.leaguer https://linktr.ee/beerleaguer Music by RomaRecord1973 via Pixabay

Mike Steiner of Beers on Ice stops by to share progress on "Road to the Pros" and some new things to keep an eye out for.  Before that, we get into skate sharpening, rink temperatures, beers in the locker room, behind the scenes of beer league social media, and a lot more, we even give our Stanley Cup picks. This episode had some technical difficulties during recording, which led to some "interesting" moments, some of which are at the end, so make sure you stick around. LinksBeers on Ice (YouTube)Beers on Ice (Instagram)Beers on Ice (TikTok)Montreal Hockey FestSparx Review VideoText the showSupport the showWant more from The Beer Leaguer? Check out our socials http://thebeerleaguer.com https://thebeerleaguer.buzzsprout.com https://www.instagram.com/thebeerleaguer/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the.beer.leaguer https://linktr.ee/beerleaguer Music by RomaRecord1973 via Pixabay

You’re not too old, too slow, or too new to start playing hockey. In this episode of The Beer Leaguer, we’re diving into the exact steps adult beginners can take to get on the ice — even if they’ve never laced up skates before.We’ll cover:🏒 Where to find pickup hockey games, stick & puck sessions, and beer league teams📲 The best places on the web for finding ice time😬 What not to say or do when trying to join a teamBeginner PlaylistText the showSupport the showWant more from The Beer Leaguer? Check out our socials http://thebeerleaguer.com https://thebeerleaguer.buzzsprout.com https://www.instagram.com/thebeerleaguer/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the.beer.leaguer https://linktr.ee/beerleaguer Music by RomaRecord1973 via Pixabay

In this episode of the Beer Leaguer Podcast, we are joined by Ron Wilson, a beer league referee with a rich history in hockey. Ron discusses his journey from player to coach to admin to referee, the social dynamics of officiating, and the challenges faced on the ice. We then talk about the unique perspective of officiating, and the camaraderie found in beer league hockey. Finally, Ron shares insights on the role of respect in sports and the fun side of being a referee.Text the showSupport the showWant more from The Beer Leaguer? Check out our socials http://thebeerleaguer.com https://thebeerleaguer.buzzsprout.com https://www.instagram.com/thebeerleaguer/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the.beer.leaguer https://linktr.ee/beerleaguer Music by RomaRecord1973 via Pixabay

In this episode of the Beer Leaguer Podcast, we really focus on the beginners looking to play in beer league hockey. The conversation covers physical and mental preparation, necessary gear, and game day tips to ensure a fun and enjoyable experience. With some listener questions we emphasize the importance of having a positive mindset, being open to feedback, and contributing to the team culture. This episode aims to demystify the process of starting hockey and encourage new players to join in the fun.Text the showSupport the showWant more from The Beer Leaguer? Check out our socials http://thebeerleaguer.com https://thebeerleaguer.buzzsprout.com https://www.instagram.com/thebeerleaguer/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the.beer.leaguer https://linktr.ee/beerleaguer Music by RomaRecord1973 via Pixabay

Mike Steiner of Beers on Ice once again joins the show. We catch up on his summer hockey, both ice and roller, including some tournaments he's playing in. Then we talk about what's coming up for the All Blacks Hockey Club, and his take on the position progression debate. Finally, he teases a new series that may be coming to Beers on Ice.LinksBeers on Ice YouTubeBeers on Ice TikTokText the showSupport the showWant more from The Beer Leaguer? Check out our socials http://thebeerleaguer.com https://thebeerleaguer.buzzsprout.com https://www.instagram.com/thebeerleaguer/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the.beer.leaguer https://linktr.ee/beerleaguer Music by RomaRecord1973 via Pixabay

Why do I review the stuff I do? Follow-up on some of the discussion from the positions episode, and the audio version of my Aycane sock review. LinksPositions Discussion EpisodeFull Sock Review VideoSock Unboxing/First ImpressionsPurchase Aycane A-Shield SocksText the showSupport the showWant more from The Beer Leaguer? Check out our socials http://thebeerleaguer.com https://thebeerleaguer.buzzsprout.com https://www.instagram.com/thebeerleaguer/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the.beer.leaguer https://linktr.ee/beerleaguer Music by RomaRecord1973 via Pixabay

Maybe you're new to hockey and trying to figure out what position you want to play, or even what they all do, or you could be a seasoned vet who's wondering if switching things up could be beneficial. This episode of The Beer Leaguer podcast dives into that and more. Text the showSupport the showWant more from The Beer Leaguer? Check out our socials http://thebeerleaguer.com https://thebeerleaguer.buzzsprout.com https://www.instagram.com/thebeerleaguer/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the.beer.leaguer https://linktr.ee/beerleaguer Music by RomaRecord1973 via Pixabay

This time around we're wrapping up playing for multiple teams in a tournament in a different country! How does playing far away from home make some things easier, but also adds stress? What have I learned to help reduce that stress and just make it a fun getaway? How different is it playing for multiple teams when both teams play multiple times a day? All that and Uncrustables talk. Text the showSupport the showWant more from The Beer Leaguer? Check out our socials http://thebeerleaguer.com https://thebeerleaguer.buzzsprout.com https://www.instagram.com/thebeerleaguer/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the.beer.leaguer https://linktr.ee/beerleaguer Music by RomaRecord1973 via Pixabay