Driven Accomplished Hockey Development Coach at Optimum Hockey Academy, Jr.Ducks and NHL skilled in strategic planning and relationship building. Enhanced team performance by implementing personalized coaching plans, fostering teamwork, and promoting personal growth. Leveraged analytical thinking to boost player skills, motivating athletes and cultivating a positive team culture. Dedicated to providing valuable insights to hockey players abilities and potential.
*WHL/CHL 1993 Rookie of the Year (Record 45 Goals)
*NHL 1st round draft pick #11 overall (San Jose Sharks)
*NHL 1st season San Jose Sharks (18 years old)
*NHL All-rookie team
*15 seasons NHL (San Jose Sharks, Anaheim Ducks, New Jersey Devils, Washington Capitals & Calgary Flames)
*1 Stanley Cup 2003 (New Jersey Devils)
*2 Time Gold medalist Team Canada (World Junior Championships)
*2 Time Gold medalist Team Canada (World Championships)
*977 NHL games- 236 NHL Goals- 313 NHL Assists- 549 NHL Points
*European World Champion 2011 (Berlin Polar Bears)
*DEL Champion 2011 (Berlin Polar Bears)
*Player Development coach (Optimum Hockey Academy 2020-current)
*2022-23 Jr.Ducks 16AAA Assistant coach (State Champions- Pacific Districts Champions)
*2023-24 Jr.Ducks 14AAA Assistant coach (State Champions- Pacific Districts Champions)
*2023-24 Jr.Ducks 13AAA Assistant coach (State Champions)
2003 NHL Stanley cup champion. Life long dream. I am Blessed to have God give me the ability to play hockey.