MEET OUR COACHES

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Ray is a dedicated coach with many years of experience developing young hockey players in the Junior Rangers Learn to Play Program and Rookie League Series presented by the NHL and the NY Rangers. 

A strong believer in player-centered coaching, Ray's philosophy shines through when it comes to  balancing a fun yet challenging practice environment. 

His focus is on repetition, quick decision-making, maximizing puck touches, and supporting both individual skill-development and teamwork. 

Certified by USA Hockey CEP and the New York State Amateur Hockey Association, and also CPR trained, Ray holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Columbia University. 

In his spare time you can catch him playing in several mens leagues in the NYC area, watching all forms of hockey and camping upstate with his fiancé Anna. 

Alex is a Brooklyn-bred hockey player, who started playing travel hockey for the Cyclones at age 12. Eventually he moved on to play Tier 1 for the Connecticut Jr Rangers 16U National Team. He is going into his second year of junior hockey in the USPHL, playing for the Red Bank Generals Premier Team, in Red Bank, New Jersey. 

Alex joins us as an Assistant Coach this season, focused on mentoring and inspiring our young athletes in their journey toward becoming the NEXT generation of NYC-based  hockey talent! 

With the rink at Prospect Park just steps from his childhood home, he considers it the closest you get to growing up with  a full size rink in your own backyard!

Alex is most  grateful to his parents and older brother for all they've done to support him and contribute to his passion for the game and continued pursuit of success on and off the ice!

Matt is a former U.S. Marine, who knows a thing or two about optimized training and achieving peak physical fitness! 

As our resident 'Kid Fitness' coach Matt's mission is to empower our young athletes to achieve their health and fitness goals through a comprehensive range of fitness challenges and training. 

In addition to group training sessions, dynamic dryland classes and one-to-one training, tailored for all levels, his focus is on holistic wellness that nurtures both the body and mind of  all types of athletes. 

Whether looking to improve strength, enhance flexibility, or adopt the positive habits of an athletic lifestyle, Matt is here to support your young hockey player along their full athletic journey! 

Welcome to GO Fitness by Matt!

Tom brings a wealth of experience and passion to the ice, having worked with a variety of youth development programs including Future NY Islanders, Ice Hockey in Harlem, North Park Hockey, and several Learn to Play (LTP) initiatives. With a Level 4 USA Hockey Coaching Certification, Coach Tom is committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and skill-focused environment for players of all backgrounds and abilities.

In addition to his extensive coaching experience, Tom is CPR and SafeSport certified, ensuring the highest standards of safety and well-being for all athletes. 

As a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, he integrates principles of athletic development and injury prevention into every practice, helping players build strength, agility, and confidence both on and off the ice.

Tom’s coaching philosophy centers on building strong foundational skills—emphasizing skating, puck handling, teamwork, and sportsmanship as the cornerstones of long-term success. By focusing on fundamentals and fostering a love for the game, he aims to empower each player to reach their full potential while enjoying every step of their hockey journey.