Position, Pass, Repeat: A Slow Skater’s Guide to Beer League

Beer league hockey is supposed to be fun… but the best teams also have something extra: communication, positivity, and real locker-room chemistry. In this episode of The Beer Leaguer Podcast, we sit down with longtime hockey friend Doug Carson—a former beer league ref and current beer league goalie.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 run through the 2025 Beer Leaguer Holiday Gift Guide — a handpicked list of gifts beyond the obvious sticks, skates, and pads. If you’re a beer leaguer who’s tough to shop for (or you need ideas to send to your loved ones), this one’s for you. Shop.TheBeerLeaguer.comhttps://thebeerleaguer.com/holiday/ (The complete list)(some links are affiliate links)Stocking StuffersShoe CharmsStick HolderHowie’s ornamentsLacrosse Ball/ Trigger Point BallHalo Headbands (Amazon)Gear AccessoriesIkea octo hangerIkea Portable WardrobeBoot dryer (Menards)Hockey Bag EssentialsSlides/shower shoesStubby ScrewdriverScissorsBluetooth Speaker Tape Tiger (Amazon)Helmet Repair Kit (Bauer, Amazon)Accessory Bag/Tape Bag (Amazon)MoviesPond HockeyThe Late GameBooksFabric of the Game bookHHOF Book of JerseysPond HockeyOther Links Shinguard SleevesUtty Gear HangerGear haText 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

A walk-through of the best black Friday deals to be found this year. https://thebeerleaguer.com/blackfridayLinksEnzo - Gear cleaning bombs and cleaning productsBlack Friday sales on bundlesEnzo Equipment Cleaner ReviewViolent Gentlemen - Apparel BFCM25 33% off & free gifts with purchaseAycane - Base layers and apparelA-Shield Sock reviewBlade Pro Evo Base Layer ReviewHockeyTronPure HockeyEverything Hockey - Apparel, hockey lace hoodies20% off storewideCanadian orders get a free can coolerHockey Stick ManProStockHockey.comWarroad - Protective base layersHockey Wraparound - Blade protectors and off-ice pucksTransformer Hockey - Turn sticks into stick-handling aidsBN3TH - Pants/Shorts with velcro and cupsAmazonAnker Bluetooth SpeakerBLPA Mystery BoxesText 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 I cover the explosion in Sparx machines at retail locations, getting your show ideas actually through to the show, and more.LinksOVR40GoalieSparx ReviewText 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

Want the game to finally “slow down” for you? In this episode, we break down what hockey sense (a.k.a. hockey IQ) truly means—seeing the whole ice, understanding where teammates and opponents should be, and anticipating the next play. Then we share practical ways to build your hockey IQ on and off the ice. Links & Resources• The Beer Leaguer Hub — https://thebeerleaguer.com• Sense Arena (VR training) — https://www.sensearena.com• USA Hockey Intelligym — https://www.usahockeyintelligym.com/• Beers on Ice — https://www.youtube.com/@beersonice• Hockey IQ Podcast — hockeysarsenal.com/podcast• How To Hockey (Coach Jeremy) — https://howtohockey.com/CTAGot a tip that’s worked for you? Drop a comment or message us at TheBeerLeaguer.comText 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 don’t have wheels, you can still win shifts. In this episode, we break down 14 practical ways slower beer league players make a real impact—from smarter reads and sharper positioning to stick detail, net-front work, and being the bench “glue guy.” 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

 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