Lyle considers himself very lucky when it comes to family. The Odelein family have always been very close, and when Lyle the third, was drafted to the New Orleans Specters, the Odelein family began to call New Orleans home. As so may know the Odelein's started a hockey facility and learning center upon arrival to NOLA. They wanted to spread their love of hockey to as many as possible and they have been very successful at that.
So, there are several Odelein reunions every season. And like most family reunions, you will find some of the regular events usually spotted at a family reunion. Lyle Odelein, the original, can usually be heard telling the youngest Odelein, how much tougher it was in his days. How they didn't have all this fancy equipment and scientifically enhanced sticks. How playing with a wooden stick took more skill and how guys were tougher back then. It is always very light hearted and ends in a cheers of their beer as they both recognize and compliment each others achievements and abilities.