Our Staff
"I am confident that our camp will be a much-welcome addition to any summer training program. We pride ourselves in having put together some of the most beneficial on-ice practices that I have ever been a part of. Players will learn ways to increase speed, quickness, and puck control, receive lots of 1 on 1 interaction with our staff, and most-importantly have a blast all week long."
- 7 years professional hockey experience in North America and Europe.
- Chicago Blackhawks selection in the 2000 NHL Entry Draft.
- Attended the University of Maine from 1999-2003.
- Won the Hockey East Championship in 2000.
- Individually, won the Hockey East Best Defensive Defenseman award and the New England Hockey Writer's Best Defenseman.
"I have worked at or run hockey schools for over 8 years. It has been both a challenge and a thrill working with Cliff over the last few and seeing such a great response from the kids who have attended. Each of the coaches at National Elite bring a unique perspective and we have combined some of our own ideas with those borrowed from former coaches to create a tremendously productive week on the ice."
- 6 years professional hockey experience including 11 games in the American Hockey League.
- Has played both forward and defenseman in his professional career.
- Attended Penn State University from 2000-2004.
- Won 3 ACHA National championships at Penn State.
- Individually, twice selected as ACHA first-team All-American.
"Goaltenders will benefit a great deal from the low player-to-instructor ratio and will see tons of shots from multiple angles and situations. I am especially excited about the Focus Camps and the opportunity to work so closely with some of the young goalies with college and professional aspirations."
- 6 years professional hockey experience in North America and Europe.
- Attended the University of Alaska-Anchorage from 2000-2004.
- Won the IHL Goaltender of the Year Award in 2007-2008.
- Backstopped Fort Wayne to the IHL Turner Cup Chamionship in 2007-2008.
- Played locally for the Pittsburgh Hornets.
