Chris Thibodeau
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(905) 399-2322
I have been coaching hockey at all levels for over 20 years. Over this period my teams have been successful for a number of reasons such as developing skills and teaching how to play the game from both an individual and team aspect. Communicating to the players as to "why" we are doing things helps the players get a better understanding of what they are expected to do. I grew up in Mississauga and played my minor hockey in the MTHL which is now the GTHL.
As a coach, we are looking for hockey players with a high hockey IQ and that are competitive. In my years of coaching and developing I have learned that a player who understands the game and works hard during practices and games has a great chance of getting better. Team practices will be very competitive and high paced.
Off-Season Plan
There will be Spring Development following Tryouts as well as some OPTIONAL Summer Development:
- Most activities will be Monday to Thursday
- Powerskating (Jarett Reid and Kelly Reed)
- Dryland Training Limitless Training
Please Note: all activities being offered between July 1st and August 22nd are OPTIONAL and are not affiliated with the Oakville Rangers
Season Outlook
I am a big believer in practice and working hard. Our team will likely be on the ice for practice two to three times a week and will also be in the gym once a week. We are planning on entering the following tournaments:
- Richmond Hill Early Bird (September)
- Upper York Silver Stick (November)
- Oakville Winter Classic (January)
Assistant Coach Craig Hachey
Craig grew up playing minor hockey in the Niagara area. He then moved on to a Junior hockey career. He currently lives in Oakville and has a Chiropractic clinic in Burlington. Over the last 25 years Craig has coached numerous teams as a head coach and assistant coach at various age levels including A, AA, AAA and high school hockey. Craig strives to improve each individual player both physically and mentally for the betterment of the team. A true player's coach! You play like you practice and you practice like you play!
Assistant Coach Sheldon Barclay
Sheldon grew up playing minor hockey in the MTHL. He then moved on to Sheridan College to pursue his studies and continued to play hockey. Over the last 7 years Sheldon has coached numerous teams as an assistant coach at various age levels including A, AA. Sheldon strives to have each player's game evolve, mentally and physically for the betterment of the team and their future hockey development.