About this episode
Episode 16: Keeping Up with the Rink Neighbors “They’re skating three times a week… should we be?” This week, Scott and Jamie unpack one of youth hockey’s most exhausting pressures: keeping pace with what everyone else is doing. Whether it's summer camps, new sticks, or secret private sessions, the race to “keep up” is real - and it’s driving families (and bank accounts) into overdrive. In this episode: - The mental toll of comparison: when your kid’s rest feels like falling behind - Why some parents are low-key panicking about “off-season gaps” - The subtle flexes - gear, invites, & ice time that spark insecurity - Fake boundaries and the myth of a real summer break Plus: a dramatic stick purchase, a stealth training schedule, and the moment Jamie realized he’s already booked half the off-season he swore he’d skip. If you’ve ever seen someone post a skill session on IG and immediately felt like a bad parent...this episode’s for you. Socials: Follow on TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@crazy.hockey.dads Follow on Twitter : https://x.com/Crazyhockeydads Follow on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/crazyhockeydadspodcast/ Follow on Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576627751551 Follow on Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/@Crazyhockeydads