REP COACHES LIST 2026-2027 SEASON

U10A Gold – Head Coach: SHELDON LAWRENCE

647-955-9459,  go_potvin_go@hotmail.com

I have coached high school hockey for 10 years for Louise Arbour S.S. where I am a high school teacher in the Peel District School Board in Tier 3 hockey, non-ROPSAA.

I ran my own hockey program, Wild Rabbits, from the 2021-22 season to the 2023-24 season. It was a U8 program that incorporated teaching fundamental skating, shooting and passing skills.

I was the head coach in house league for the 2024-25 season.

My coaching philosophy is to grow potential in each player. I have a lot of hockey skills that I can teach players and I want each player to grow their skills every week, compounding to real growth over the whole season. It’s important to me that teamwork and passing to build to team victories is a product of skill development in each player and that’s where my focus is. My focus is not on wins but on how players learn to love the sport and learn to get excited as their skills improve. Positivity and support is at the root of my practice.

U11A – Head Coach: JOE INDOVINA

U14A – Head Coach: NICK CARVALHO

416-889-1385  nc80@live.ca

Coaching Philosophy: In order to maintain a solid foundation for any team all participants must be on the same page when it comes to philosophy. The coaching staff are committed to: • Develop individual and team hockey skills. • Teach good sportsmanship and respect for all. • Foster an environment for building self-confidence. • Encourage development of qualities such as loyalty, cooperation, teamwork, discipline, honesty, and pride.

The coaching staff will support and expect all players to give their best effort in every practice and every game. We are committed to delivering a fun and competitive program that encourages individual and team development. Our objective is to compete at a high level in every practice and game while also focusing on building confidence, strengthening skill and learning valuable life skills. Focus, effort, positive attitude, good sportsmanship and a desire to compete are essential ingredients to our success.

Player Expectations: – All players are expected to give 100% focus and 100% effort. – This is a TEAM first and foremost. We have each other’s best interest and want to win together. We support each other and raise each other up. – Respect for yourself, your teammates, your coaches, your opponents and officials are the key to success.

Time & Travel Commitment: – This team plays as part of the GTHL West loop and games are expected to take place in any of the GTA West arenas. – 2 games per week, 1 away game and 1 home game. Home days and location to be determined (2024-25 season – Chic Murray Arena Saturday evenings around 5pm) – 2 x 90 minute practices per week at a City Of Mississauga rink – Preseason training including on ice and dry land to take place after tryouts in May through September – Season games start in early-mid October – 3-4 Tournaments including away (must be able to travel to the US) – Players are to arrive 1 hour before games and 30 minutes before practices

Financial Commitment: TBA

U15A Head Coach:  MATT MAMMOLITI

647-970-9223 m.mammoliti98@gmail.com

Team Philosophy & Commitment Our program is built on a foundation of continuous improvement, dedication, and teamwork. We expect every player to bring a “get better every day” attitude, embracing hard work, accountability, and a relentless desire to win. Success comes from trusting the system, supporting teammates, and committing to the process—both on and off the ice.

Programming & Training Players can expect a rigorous schedule designed to maximize development. On-ice sessions consist of high-intensity practices focusing on skill development, systems play, and game situations. Skills training sessions are led by dedicated, specialized coaches to refine skating, puck handling, and shooting. Off-ice conditioning will play a major role during the summer months, featuring dryland workouts and strength & agility sessions to enhance physical performance. Game film sessions are held periodically throughout the season to improve hockey IQ, positioning, and team execution.

Player Expectations:

Players should expect a 4-5 day/week commitment depending on the season. Our summer focus is on physical conditioning, while in-season training shifts toward execution, competition, and team play. Tournament schedules will be outlined upon team selection.

Team Rules & Expectations Players are expected to show up prepared and give maximum effort in all training and games. Respect for coaches, teammates, and the game is non-negotiable. Commitment to the team means trusting the system and playing for each other.

Cost & Pricing Pricing details will be outlined based on season structure, tournaments, and additional training components. A full breakdown will be provided upon request.

Our goal is to develop players into elite competitors who embrace challenges, push themselves beyond limits, and play the game the right way. If you’re ready to commit, compete, and improve every day—this is the program for you.

U16A Head Coach:  BOB DAY

416 301-0074  rday60609@gmail.com  

20+ years experience coaching HL, A, AA   –   Non-parent coach

Our objective will be to compete at a high level (disciplined high tempo effort) in every practice and game. This will be achieved through individual player development and the integration of the individual concepts into a team structure.

On-ice sessions consist of high-intensity practices focusing on skill development, systems play, and game situations. Practices are augmented by skills training led by external trainers to develop/refine hockey skills. Game film sessions are held periodically throughout the season to improve hockey IQ, positioning, and team execution.

Players are expected to show up prepared and give maximum effort in all training and games.  Respect for coaches, teammates, and the game is expected.  Players are to conduct themselves in an orderly manner at the rink, in the dressing room, on the ice or anytime you are representing the Heartland Dragons organization.

Team budget is expected to be between $3,500 and $4.000. A full breakdown will be provided at tryouts.

U17A Head Coach:  MARK KACZMARCZYK

416-567-5382 Kaczmarc@rogers.com

7+ years experience coaching U9-16, Blue, White, A

Coaching Philosophy:

• Work ethic, self discipline, attitude and team play are core values
• Commitment is CRITICAL – attendance at games and practices a must
• Ice time – lines and defense pairings will be formed and rolled over. Roughly 45 second shifts, with some latitude with respect to different strategies such as special teams and closing stages of games to provide the team with the best chance of success

Time Commitment:

• – 2 hour practice Friday night
• – 1.5 hour practice Sunday mid-day
• 2 MHL games per week
• 4 or 5 tournaments – potentially 2 will be travel
• Expectation to arrive 60 minutes before games to allow for a warm up
• Some dryland training and ice time to be conducted throughout the summer estimated at 2 weeknights per week

Team Focus:

• Team play and sportsmanship, accountability and respect for teammates, coaches/parents and opponents
• Fostering a sense of belonging where every player feels valued
• Controlled aggression – win the battles but stay out of the penalty box

Pricing and Costs:  TBA