Roster, U11 AA/A (2014), AA / A, 2024-2025, REP (Kitchener Minor Hockey)

Scott Atkins

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Coach Scott believes that coaching youth athletes requires a skill set based in strong communication and a deep knowledge base of the sport and the associated skills. Coach Scott has a very strong skill set in both areas. Coach Scott coaches from a TEAM FIRST mindset as the ultimate goal is to get the players to TRULY care about each other. Once the players care about each other, they will bond as ONE UNIT and can achieve great things in a positive and FUN environment! Scott strives to lead his team and help foster a POSITIVE learning environment in which each player feels confident and is able to reach their athletic potential.

Players learn quickly and build resilience from being praised and recognized when they complete a task successfully. Positive reinforcement is a staple to Scott's coaching style. The game of hockey often has many ups and downs in each game/season, and Scott works to guide the athletes through this while maintaining a positive environment. Scott works to instill a strong work ethic in each player, as hard work is an attribute needed not just in sport but in life.

Because of Scott's long and distinguished hockey background, he has the ability to demonstrate all skills required to play at a high level. Scott will work to improve each individual player and their skill set as well as make the team ONE TEAM! The individual skill focus will be based in teaching strong skating mechanics, including edge work and stride length/frequency. Scott will also focus on all areas of puck control and shooting that are vital for each elite player to possess. He will use all these skills in a TEAM FIRST environment!×