Welcome to Mt. Brydges Cougars U11A Hockey!
My
name is Jerry Leyten, and I am excited to be back with the 2015 age group
coaching the U11A team for the upcoming hockey season. With the recent changes
announced by the OHF for the upcoming season, I would like to welcome both new
and returning players to our tryouts.
My coaching philosophy for the
season is to create a positive environment where these young athletes can
thrive on and off the ice. I am dedicated to teaching the fundamental skills of
hockey while also emphasizing the importance of teamwork, discipline, and
sportsmanship. Success isn’t just about wins but the growth of each player as
an individual and team member. My goal is to help every athlete develop their
skills and achieve their full potential. I will place an emphasis on creating
well-rounded players who are prepared to excel in all facets of the game.
Participating in a sport at a
competitive level requires dedication and commitment from both players and
their families. Regular attendance is required for all team events. This
includes practices (minimum 2 per week), games (1-2 per week), tournaments (minimum
4) and other team building activities. As the coach of this team, I am fully
dedicated to the development and progress of these young athletes. I expect
them to demonstrate the same level of commitment by arriving prepared to work
diligently and give their utmost effort. This commitment not only enhances
their hockey skills but also teaches valuable life lessons about perseverance,
time management, and goal setting.
Our team will once again be part
of the Shamrock Hockey League this season. We will play against Ausable Valley,
Elgin Thames, St. Mary’s and Strathroy. There will also be an interlock with
the Southern Counties Hockey League which consists of teams from Brant, Delhi-Norwich,
New Hamburg, Norfolk and South Oxford. New this year, we will also play
interlock games with the Alliance Hockey League.
Upcoming Evaluations:
Evaluations begin on Saturday May
3rd at the Komoka Wellness Centre. Players will be divided into two
groups. An email will be sent out no later than 5:00pm on Friday May 2nd
letting players and parents know which group they are required to attend. If
you do not receive an email, please reach out to me via the contact information
below.
Saturday May 3rd
Evaluations:
Group 1: 2:15pm -
3:15pm (Molson Pad)
Group 2: 3:15pm –
4:15pm (Molson Pad)
Please ensure that you sign in 30
minutes prior to the skate. Players will receive a pinnie with an assigned
number on it. As noted in the M.B.D.A.A tryout policy, all registered players
are guaranteed a minimum of one tryout skate. Please note that players will be
released after the first tryout. A list of players moving on in the tryout process
will be posted no later than 9:00pm on Saturday May 3rd.
I would like to wish everyone all
the best with the upcoming try-outs. Remember that success comes to those who work hard
and give it their all. Push yourself, stay focused, and embrace every
opportunity to learn, grow and improve. Good luck to each of you!
Go Cougars!
Coach Jerry
E: mail: [email protected]