Coaching Philosophy:
My goal is to give each player a positive hockey experience. This includes a strong work ethic, self-discipline, leadership skills, creativity, and in-depth knowledge of the game of hockey. Winning is not the goal of my teams, winning is the result of the characteristics listed above. My positive attitude on and off the ice fosters an atmosphere where players receive constructive criticism followed closely by positive reinforcement. I also keep parents informed and involved in their player’s development. My practices are run with a fast pace, high-flow system that simulates game speed as well as a focus on proper techniques in skating, passing, stick handling, and shooting. Most practices incorporate power skating, over-speed drills and complete systems training. I encourage each parent to have a positive attitude toward their player and team, only criticizing a weak effort or lack of a hard work ethic. I create an atmosphere for the player and parent that promote good sportsmanship toward teammates, opponents, and referees.
Coaching History:
2003 – Present: Dallas, TX
• Scots Hockey Association – Squirt Assistant, Pewee Head Coach
• Plano Wildcat Hockey Association – JV Head Coach
• Modano All-Star – Bantam Head Coach
• Plano Jr. Stars – Squirt Head Coach
1997 – 2003: Raleigh, NC
• Raleigh Youth Hockey Association – Pewee thru Midget Head Coach
1994 – 1997: Faribault, MN
• Faribault Hockey Association – Peewee thru Bantam Head Coach
• Faribault Senior High School – Volunteer Coach
Playing History:
1991 – 1992: St. Paul, MN
• University of St. Thomas – NCAA Division III
1987 – 1990: Faribault, MN
• Faribault Senior High School Varsity
- 4 year Letter Winner
- All Conference – ’89-90
- Team Captain – ’89-90
1977 – 1987: Faribault, MN
• Faribault Hockey Association
- Mite thru Bantam
- Captain – Peewee and Bantam levels
Hobbies/Interest:
• 3 ½ Yr Old Daughter and 1 Yr Old Son
• Adult Hockey
• Golf
