MEL PEARSON
Associate Head Coach University of Michigan, CCHA
Chris Brooks
Assistant Coach of Western Michigan, CCHA

SCHEDULE8
 
Complete Hockey is proud to offer “College Hockey For Kids” for its Second Year. This unique program will take place the weekend of June 11–13, 2004, at the Arctic Ice Arena in Orland Park.

The purpose of the program is to give young players the opportunity to learn from some of the most elite level coaches our sport has to offer.  Over the course of the 3 day period each participant will have the opportunity to learn, through both practice and game situations, from some of today’s leading college coaches, representing Ferris State University, Michigan State University, and the University of Michigan.  All of the participating coaches are professionals, who have made coaching hockey their career.  Take advantage and learn from some of the most knowledgeable coaches our sport has to offer, have an extremely enjoyable experience, and become an improved hockey player through your participation in College Hockey For Kids.  Larry Pedrie will serve as the program director for the camp.

Program Format
The program will be offered to players at the Pee Wee (1992-1993) and Squirt (1994-1995) levels.  Each level will be split into 4 different teams, with each team made up of 2 goaltenders, 5 defensemen, and 9 forwards.

Each team will receive 2 practices, and 2 games, with each ice slot being 75 minutes in length.  The games will be preceded by a short warm-up period, and then split into two 30 minute running time halves.  All players will receive equal ice time and instruction.  Each team will be assigned one of the college coaches, who will remain with that team throughout the duration of the camp.  The coaches’ only priority will be to provide a positive, enjoyable, fun-filled learning experience for each and every player.  The coaches will be providing constant instruction in both the games and practices.

The format of the camp will allow for the following number of players at each age group:

8 Goaltenders   ~   20 Defensemen   ~   36 Forwards

Registration will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis, but will be limited to travel players only.  Please register early, as the camp will fill very quickly.

Practice Format
Each team will receive two practices, to be conducted by the head coach assigned to that team.  The coaches will be free to focus their direction in the areas of their choice.  Coaches will use their own personal library for practice drills, allowing the players exposure to new drills, ideas, and techniques.  Each practice will be 75 minutes in length, with the coaches keeping the players moving, with very little “down time” during and between drills. First practice will be Friday evening.

Game Format
Each team will receive 2 game, one on Saturday, and one on Sunday.  Each game will be split into two 30 minute running time halves, preceded by a short warm-up.  All lines, defensemen, and goalies will be rotated evenly.  All players will receive group as well as personalized instruction, both while on the ice and at the bench.  Best effort, top performance, and sportsmanship will be repeatedly emphasized throughout each game.  All instruction will be offered in a positive and patient atmosphere.

Coaching Staff
The elite level coaching staff that will be joining College Hockey For kids in its inaugural season is:
Bob Daniels, Head Coach, Ferris State University, CCHA, 2002-2003 regular season champions
Mel Pearson, Associate Head Coach, University of Michigan, CCHA
Billy Powers, Assistant Coach & Recruiting Coordinator, University of Michigan, CCHA

These gentlemen are some of the most respected and successful college hockey coaches in the country, and are truly looking forward to working with the young players.  I have personally known each of them for many years, and I’m certain they will provide a great hockey and life experience for your child.  Combined, this group of coaches represents well over 50 years experience of coaching at the Division I college level at some of the finest academic and athletic institutions in the country.