The Donks Hockey Pod podcast

The Donks Hockey Pod

The Hockey DONKS

The Donks Hockey Pod is a look at travel hockey in the DMV area. It's a mix of youth hockey, bourbon, beer and real experiences as told by three hockey parents. They explore and talk about various subjects in the hockey world as they navigate and guide their kids to “elite” hockey fame, okay NO, travel hockey in the DMV….

25 Episodes

S3. Ep. 2 Exiting the Zone: Moving for Hockey
1/6/2025
1:19:17
The Donks are joined by Coach Nick to discuss, "when is the right time to move from the DMV for hockey". The Donks and Coach Nick discuss "traditional" hockey markets and some pros/cons. Join us for an interesting take on why and should you move your player. Want to be a guest on the show? Have a topic you want to see covered on a podcast? Send us an email at [email protected]. thedonkshockeypod.com
S3. Ep. 1 Going for the Win? Is there a Price? w/ Coach Bird
11/22/2024
1:09:07
The Donks are joined by Coach Bird to talk about changes in hockey game play as our players get older and move up in age. The Donks and Coach Bird discuss topics on "end of game playing time", "shortened benches", "goalie pulls" and making special teams. Join us for a compelling discussion. Want to be a guest on the show? Have a topic you want to see covered on a podcast? Send us an email at [email protected]. thedonkshockeypod.com
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S2. Ep. 9 Beyond the Net with Coach Brent Johnson
4/22/2024
1:25:37
Coach Brent Johnson sits with the Donks for a couple beers to discuss his path to the NHL. The Donks talk about the influence his parents had during his career and how he developed into a player and a coach. Join the Donks for an enjoyable talk with a great ambassador for the game of hockey.
S2. Ep. 8 A Look at Tier I vs Tier II Hockey (w/Coach Craig)
3/17/2024
1:30:28
The Donks are joined by Coach Craig in taking a look at Tier I hockey vs Tier II hockey. What's the differences between the two levels and is it a viable option for your player and your family? The Donks hope to bring some perspective on this highly debated topic. Want to be a guest on the show? Have a topic you want to see covered on a podcast? Send us an email at [email protected]. thedonkshockeypod.com
S2. Ep. 7 "Get to Da Choppa!"
2/14/2024
1:14:22
The Donks look at different parenting styles and try to determine which styles they apply to different situations in hockey that they've encountered and dealt with thus far. Listen to The Donks as they get a little spicy and call themselves and each other "out" on parenting. Our hockey sponsored business for the episode is Hockey Night in NOVA (HockeyNightInNoVa.com). Want to be a guest on the show? Send us an email at [email protected]. thedonkshockeypod.com
S2. Ep. 6 My Hockey Rankings - Epilogue
1/24/2024
1:03:11
The Donks conclude the My Hockey Rankings interview with our takes and opinions on the whole concept of ranking youth hockey. Big Panda gives his fortune cookie wisdom and our hockey sponsored business for the episode is Unlimited Plumbing & Piping. www.unlimitedmep.com Unlimited Plumbing & Piping45570 Shepard Dr #1, Sterling, VA 20164 (703) 991-5461
S2. Ep. 5 Rank and File - Part 1: A Discussion with the MYHockeyRankings Founders!
12/12/2023
1:58:29
The Donks sit with Neil and Ian from MyHockeyRankings to understand why they started this resource and explain how it fits in the hockey world. Join the Donks as they peel back the layers of this sometimes controversial and widely misunderstood resource for parents, coaches and clubs. Also stay tuned for Part 2 and the follow up episode to Rank and File as the Donks give additonal thoughts on MyHockeyRankings. [email protected] thedonkshockeypod.com Support the Pod!
S2. Ep. 4 Headspace w/ Coach Chad
11/29/2023
1:10:00
The Donks sit with Coach Chad and discuss concussion awareness and base lining. The Donks give their top three for this episode and a quick interview with Heroes Hockey out of Kentucky as our hockey sponsored philanthropy.
S2. Ep. 3 Socially Unacceptable
10/8/2023
1:40:08
With NIL contracts becoming more common and Influencers gaining fame, the Donks thought it was time to tackle the heartburn of social media in youth hockey. This episode doesn't focus so much on hockey culture specifically, but more on the impacts of online behaviors of parents and players.We invited Marketing, Branding, and Media expert "The Professor" to dig into what works and what doesn't when it comes to online messaging and address the short and long term impacts it can have on an individual. [email protected] thedonkshockeypod.com Support the Pod!
S2. Ep. 2 In the Eyes of the Beholder: Officiating in Hockey
9/11/2023
1:10:49
The Donks sit and have a friendly discussion about officiating in hockey with a current ref and hockey dad. Each side gives their perspectives on officiating from different viewpoints.The Donks give their top three list for the pod. Big Panda gives his fortune cookie wisdom. The Donks debut new theme music. USA Hockey Officiating [email protected] thedonkshockeypod.com support link: The Donks Hockey Pod • A podcast on Spotify for Podcasters

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