About

When I started playing hockey, I had access to extra training through paid sessions and camps.

I remember the cost of those opportunities was, and I knew it was a real commitment for my family.

When I was 12, a few parents approached me and asked if I would be willing to help train their kids in skating and puck handling. I agreed.

My first session was surprisingly meaningful. The kids were focused, willing to learn, and genuinely appreciative.

From there, I began running sessions every two weeks - entirely as a volunteer. Over time, more students joined, often bringing friends. The group grew, and I started to see something change not just in their skills, but in their intensity, confidence, and willingness to compete.

That experience became the foundation for everything I do now.

I mentor younger students through hockey, math, and chess with a simple goal: to help them build confidence.

What began as individual sessions has grown into something more structured: bi-weekly hockey training, weekly math sessions, and ongoing mentorship focused on decision-making and performance under pressure.

Over time, I realized this wasn’t just about improving skills.

It’s about helping students change how they think, how they approach challenges, and how they see themselves.

What Drives Me

I’ve learned that ability is rarely the main barrier - confidence and structure are.

Whether on the ice, solving a problem, or playing chess, students improve fastest when they understand why something works, not just how to do it.

I focus on building that understanding through repetition, feedback, and real-world application.

My goal is to help students develop not just skills, but the ability to think clearly and perform under pressure

Looking Ahead

I want to reach more students and refine how mentorship improves both academic and athletic performance. Long-term, I'd like to bring this approach to schools and youth programs that lack access to private coaching - helping any motivated kid build confidence, not just those who can pay for extra training.

This is just the beginning.