NHL Alumni, Host of Spittin' Chiclets

“As someone who has found more than one way to be involved with the game, this book spoke to me on a bunch of different levels. Adversity can be a great teacher - “When Hockey Stops” gives readers the tools to overcome challenges and excel in whatever they choose to do.”

Former NHL Captain, Columbus Blue Jackets Director of Player Development

"In addition to just being a great hockey story, “When Hockey Stops” also shares a lot of the life lessons that sports provide and tools that we can apply at any age to overcome adversity. This is a great read for hockey families."

CEO Virtu Financial/Owner Florida Panthers

“When Hockey Stops is a book that we need right now for our young hockey families. The story is very relevant to what’s going on in the world today but also timeless in it’s approach.”

Former NHL Captain, President/Governor of the Maine Mariners (ECHL)

"The game of hockey provides us with so much, but the life lessons are the most valuable. There are a ton of them in When Hockey Stops!”

Hockey analyst, broadcaster and former senior referee in the NHL

"I know firsthand, that when the game you love is taken away through injury, the sadness of loss extends long after the initial pain of the injury subsides. Lee & Christie's great new children's book, "When Hockey Stops" provides coping skills for all of us through the challenges faced by young Leo'n after being sidelined with a wrist injury. No matter your age, I guarantee that you will relate as you provide coping skills reading "When Hockey Stops" to your children."

USA Sled Hockey Team Director

“This hockey book is a wonderful read for young people with a great character in León and how he overcomes adversity!”

President/CEO/Governor Syracuse Crunch

“When Hockey Stops is a must read for parents and kids alike. In fact, enjoying this book together would be great lessons learned for both. At a time when we now understand that addressing our mental health is as important as taking care of ourselves physically, this book scores the game winning goal . . . and also makes the biggest saves.”

Founder The Penalty Box

“Hockey Families will love this! One of the things I love most about the hockey community is their ability to give back to the game and the next generation. “When Hockey Stops” is a gift from the author’s to that community and an important story about how the game teaches our young athletes to be prepared for life’s challenges.”

Leadership & Culture Expert, Author, Combat Veteran, Sergeant Major (Ret) USA

“What a wonderful book filled with life lessons for kids and adults alike. Tells the story of trials and tribulations. A must read for the young athlete!”

Author of the Hockey 365 series

“The message in When Hockey Stops is something that will appeal to readers of all ages. León’s story of battling back is inspirational and serves as an important reminder that it’s not what happens to you that matters, it’s how you respond to it. This is a great book that I look forward to sharing with my daughters.”

Co-Founder Young Elite Athletes (YEA!) and Professional Athlete Premier Hockey Federation (PHF)

"This book does an amazing job highlighting the synergy between life and hockey. It's like a playbook for overcoming unexpected hurdles and obstacles, definitely a must read for the hockey family."

Author Hockey Moms Aren't Crazy! Well...Maybe a Little Bit

“When Hockey Stops is a wonderfully written book by two experts in this field. This is a must read as it teaches a great lesson on hope, passion, love of the game, and most importantly staying mentally strong”

Hall of Fame Triple Crown Jockey

"Losing time in your sport due to injury is always a major challenge, but its how you respond to that challenge that makes you who you are - which is something León learns in When Hockey Stops. This new children's book is a must read for competitors of every age and in every sport."

CPT(Ret), US Army Special Forces, Sled Hockey Para-Olympian

“This book highlights how great a game hockey is for children, and how that same mental toughness and resilience needed to be a champion on the ice can be applied off the ice.“

Author of Small Saves

"I can relate to León in When Hockey Stops as I, too, was injured and taken away from the game I loved. I wondered if I'd ever get to play again, and it was haunting, to say the least. I'd look at the ice with my friends on it and think (as I stood on the other side of the glass), "So close... yet so far away." Now that I'm back, it makes me appreciate how lucky I am for being able to participate and enjoy the experience of playing the game I love. When Hockey Stops is a look into many of the life lessons we can gain from hockey, a greater appreciation for the ability to play being just one of them."