CHRISTIANO VERSICH
Hibbing
Summary
Energetic, highly motivated Ice Hockey Assistant Coach with a proven track record of understanding the complexities of the game of hockey, as well as what it takes to excel as a Division One Athlete. Leading with huge passion, natural leadership skills, and outstanding interpersonal communication - willing to do whatever it takes to help accomplish team and individual goals. Still a seasoned player myself, I am eager for mentorship, and available for all aspects of coaching- including development, scouting and training. Adept in helping athletes enhance skills, endurance & the mental edge that is required for a Division One athlete to be successful and grounded while experiencing the college lifestyle.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Men's Ice Hockey Coach
SUNY Canton
08.2023 - Current
- Cultivated a positive team culture by promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and dedication among players.
- Enhanced player skills through targeted on-ice drills and off-ice conditioning programs.
- Adapted coaching techniques to accommodate varied learning styles, ensuring all players had the opportunity to understand and implement new strategies effectively.
- Increased player recruitment success with effective scouting and networking within the ice hockey community.
- Improved team performance by developing and implementing strategic game plans tailored to individual player strengths.
- Analyzed game footage to identify areas for improvement, creating detailed reports to share with coaching staff and players alike.
- Enhanced offensive capabilities of players by teaching advanced shooting, passing, and puck-handling techniques.
- Created a positive environment that attracted prospective players and retained existing talent by emphasizing personal growth, skill development, and team success.
- Recruited and maintained roster of qualified hockey players to fill team positions.
- Coached established players in game strategy and techniques for better offense and defense.
Assistant Director of Intramural Athletics
SUNY Canton
08.2023 - Current
Ice Hockey Skills Coach
State of New York
08.2023 - Current
Professional Hockey Player
LES JOKERS DE CERGY- POINTOISE
07.2022 - 03.2023
Professional Hockey Player
DEAC JEGKORONG
07.2022
Camp Coach
CHFA Hockey & 2112 Hockey Agency
07.2022
- Coach, counselor of hockey camp for high school & Junior aged players
- Mentored players regarding the rules and regulations of the game
- Organized and ran practice, skills sessions, scrimmages & drills for camp players
- Coached games
- Provided conditioning and playing advice
- Helped sharpen individual and team-wide hockey skills
- Focused on shooting skill set
- Gave guidance regarding managing player emotions.
Volunteer Skating Instructor
Colorado College
09.2017 - 02.2020
- Informal open skate sessions
- Mainly worked on balance and stride.
Summer Hockey Coach & Counselor
Hibbing/Chisholm Hockey Association
06.2015 - 06.2019
- Coach, counselor of high school & youth players
- Mentored players regarding the rules and regulations of the game
- Organized practice & drills that nurtured specific skills on a rotating basis
- Constructed workout regiments
- Provided conditioning and playing advice
- Helped sharpen individual and team-wide hockey skills
- Focused on building teamwork and camaraderie
- Gave guidance regarding managing player emotions
- Calling plays.
Move In Associate
Colorado College
01.2018 - 01.2019
Education
Catholic Studies courses -
St. Thomas University
02.2021
Bachelor of Science -
Colorado College
05.2020
High School -
St Thomas Academy
05.2015
Skills
- Recruiting
- Video Analysis
- Player Development
- Team Management
- Motivational Techniques
- Lead on Power Play
Coach Development Courses
- Sports Psychology for Athletes & Coaches, 2022, 2023, Udemy Online Academy
- Hockey Confidence 101, 2022, 2023, Udemy Online Academy
Hockey Achievements
- Appeared in- 141 NCAA Division One College Hockey games.
- Appeared in- 117 USHL Games.
- 2021-2022- University of St. Thomas Award- Outstanding Offensive Player of the Year.
- 2017 December- NCAA Star of the Week.
- 2017-2018- Colorado College- Bob Johnson Award Winner- Freshman "Rookie" of the Year.
- 2016- Colorado College recruit- full scholarship
- 2015 Minnesota Mr. Hockey Top 10 finalist, St. Paul Pioneer Press All-East Metro Team and Associated Press All-Minnesota third team
- 2014-2015-All-Conference-St. Thomas Academy, Aspire Athlete of the Week- (based on academics, community service & athletics).
- 2014- USA Hockey 17's National Camp
- 2013- USA Hockey 16's National Camp - Named to A list of camp attendees by US Hockey Report 2012.
- 2012-USA Hockey 15's National Camp- Top Minnesota Scorer.
- 2013 USHL Future's Draft Selection- round #7 - Chicago Steel
- 2013- Minnesota State High School Hockey Champion.
- 2013-2014-All-Conference -St. Thomas Academy, Torch Award Winner (GPA 3.33 & above).
- 2012-2013 All Conference Honorable Mention, Torch Award Winner (GPA 3.33 & above).
- 2011-2012- Torch Award Winner (GPA 3.33 & above).
- 2010- All Academic Team- MN. Hockey Selects
Personal Information
Title: Assistant Hockey Coach
References
References Avail by Request
Timeline
Assistant Men's Ice Hockey Coach
SUNY Canton
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Director of Intramural Athletics
SUNY Canton
08.2023 - Current
Ice Hockey Skills Coach
State of New York
08.2023 - Current
Professional Hockey Player
LES JOKERS DE CERGY- POINTOISE
07.2022 - 03.2023
Professional Hockey Player
DEAC JEGKORONG
07.2022
Camp Coach
CHFA Hockey & 2112 Hockey Agency
07.2022
Move In Associate
Colorado College
01.2018 - 01.2019
Volunteer Skating Instructor
Colorado College
09.2017 - 02.2020
Summer Hockey Coach & Counselor
Hibbing/Chisholm Hockey Association
06.2015 - 06.2019
Catholic Studies courses -
St. Thomas University
Bachelor of Science -
Colorado College
High School -
St Thomas Academy
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