HEAD COACH - JAY BEUVING
Background
First off I would like to express my gratitude for being given the opportunity to be the Head Coach for the U14A Stouffville Clippers. A little about myself, I am a Captain with the Central York Fire Department who I have been with for almost 25 year and have lived in Stouffville for the past 18 years where I have been actively involved in various sports and teams in the community. In my childhood I played minor hockey at various levels in Timmins, Ontario where I learned the fundamentals of hockey skills, team work and competitive spirit which I try to translate into todays game and the ever changing skill base of todays players. I have coached many levels including U8 select , U11A-13A and multiple house league teams in that time. I have 3 children all of whom are involved in Rep sprots representing Stouffville in hockey and soccer. This has given me a clear understanding of the development and programs needed to develop athletes at the Rep level. I am looking forward to upcoming season and look forward to meeting all of you around the rink.
Goals/Program
This year we will be focusing on a variety of topics and skills. As this is the first year of body contact for the athletes, a strong focus will be given to the proper and safe mechanics of giving and receiving body contact. In addition to this, the team will focus on team building ,skill development, and a positive approach to competition and working as a team. It will be imperative and the expectation that the players are committed to the team and team functions, practices and games with attendance and attitude being measured throughout the year. Various methods of external training will be utilized such as power skating, edge work , body contact and skills and shooting training. I will strive to build the players on and off the ice and to equip them with the mindset and ability to have a successful season not only as a team but as individuals. The team will participate in 3-4 tournaments throughout the season in which to provide the players and families a chance to bond and grow together with the ultimate goal of winning and success on the ice.