Danielle O'leary
My name is Danielle O’Leary, and I am grateful for the opportunity to lead the Scarborough Sharks U9B team as head coach for the 2023-2024 season.
A Scarborough native, I am the mom of three very active children – 9, 6, and 4 – who all play hockey as well as other sports. This will be my second season as a head coach with the organization and I have also assisted with my son’s hockey team over the past several years. Coaching hockey is a truly rewarding experience. It is a commitment that I take seriously, and you can expect that I will put in the same amount of effort that is expected from your players.
Hockey is one of my passions in life. Growing up, I played competitive hockey with the Leaside Wildcats and eventually with Queen’s University. Through hockey, I’ve had the opportunity to run around hotels playing mini sticks, build my physical and mental strength, develop lifelong friendships, and even win a Provincial Championship.
For me, hockey is about more than just winning trophies. My goal is to provide a development-focused atmosphere of fun, fair play, positivity, and hard work so that each individual player can realize her full potential. I want to ensure a rewarding hockey experience for all, regardless of skill level or ability. The measure of success will be in the smiles on players’ faces, their improvement in their skills over the course of the season, and ultimately, their continued passion for the game.
Coaching Philosophies & Expectations:
• Teamwork: What we can accomplish this year as a whole group is greater than what can be achieved by each individual player. Building team cohesion is important.
• Development: Given the age of our group, focus must be placed on the foundational habits and skills of each player. We will put a strong emphasis on individual skill development as well as team based concepts.
• Self-esteem: We want to build confidence and self-image through hockey; we want to limit the fear of failing and empower players to be the best they can be and be willing to try new things.
• Work ethic: Even when facing more skilled teams and players, our emphasis will be on out working our opponents and trying our best even in the face of adversity.
• Respect: We want players to learn to demonstrate respect for themselves, their teammates, their coaches, their parents, referees, and for everyone else in between.
• Commitment: Attending games, practices, and other activities is crucial to being able to achieve what we want to achieve this year.
Program Highlights:
• Preseason practices and exhibition games
• Two practices per week & one skills session per week
• Dryland (off-ice) training
• OWHA 10 home and 10 away games
• 4-5 tournaments, including 1-2 travel tournaments
• Provincial Championship weekend
• Team building events and other activitiesHeather Allen
I wanted to take this moment to introduce myself and provide
some context to who I am as a coach and person. My name is Heather Allen, I am
a mother of two young girls ages 6 and 9, who both play hockey and sports in
general. I have been a high school teacher
with the TDSB for the past 17 years where I teach and work with Special Needs
students. I believe sport in an integral part of raising balanced and healthy
young girls.
I myself along with my older sister played for the
Scarborough Sharks for many years, my parents were advocates for Girls Hockey.
I choose to stay in Ontario for University and played 4 years for the Brock
Badgers, leading the team as Captain for the last two. I was honoured to be
named to the OUA second team All Star for back to back seasons. I have always loved the game of hockey and
being part of the Scarborough Sharks U11
A team as an assistant coach showed me how important it is to have positive voices on the bench. I hope having a female voice is an added
bonus for our girls.
I believe that sport in general is important to help develop
and nurture a healthy body and mind. I think on ice training needs to be paired
with confidence building and a focus on team cohesion. My philosophies around coaching are as
follows:
· Foster and maintain a FUN, SAFE and POSITIVE
learning environment on and off the ice
· Skill Development. Providing the foundations of
hockey and building continuously throughout the year.
· RESPECT- teammates, coaches and opponents
· Commitment to the game-Working hard, trying new
things and being positive
The U11 A program will consist of being on the ice 3-4 times
a week and a weekly off ice.
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Pre-season practices, exhibition games and
hockey tournaments
· Regular season practices and games
· Weekly dryland training provided by a
Professional Strength and Conditioning Coach
· 3-4 tournaments, including 1 “out of town” to
help build friendships and develop team cohesion
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Skills sessions with a professional skills coach
and goalie training as part of the team budget
Sean Uniacke
My name is Sean Uniacke and I am a father to two daughters, who both play for the Scarborough Sharks and a son who’s just starting out his hockey career. I started playing hockey at the age of 4 and continued to play hockey for the next 30 years including the SHA, MTHL, OPJHL and was drafted to the OHL Soo Greyhounds in 1998.
Hockey has always been a part of my upbringing, I believe in its ability to build confidence, resilience, and most of all enjoyment. I have had the pleasure of coaching my oldest daughters U11 DS team with the Scarborough sharks and look forward to continuing my coaching with the U11BB team.
The most important aspect is for our kids to come out and have fun on the ice, I want them to be able to continue to develop the skills they need for their long term hockey development and learn the skills that are needed to be a part of a successful team.Jeremy Horst
Jeremy Horst – Head
Coach2023 – 2024 U13AA –Sharks
Email:
[email protected]
Mobile (416) 254 - 8118
I am excited to be part of the Sharks organization and named Head Coach of the U13AA hockey team for the upcoming 2023 – 2024 season. I have seven years of coaching experience; one year as an Assistant Coach with the Scarborough Sharks Novice B (2016 – 17) team, Head Coach of Scarborough Sharks Novice B (2017 – 18, Atom A (2018 – 2019) team, Atom AA (2019 – 2020), U13AA (2020 – 2021) and the U13AA Scarborough Sharks Team (2021 - 2022 and 2023).
Personally, I believe that sport is important for human well-being, health and life stability. My goals for the U13AA program for the upcoming season revolves around creating a program that will develop and improve each players’ hockey skills, understanding team play / team strategy, as well as teaching the values of hard work, and respect in sport. My coaching / team philosophy revolves around a few key concepts:
▪ Have fun and provide a positive learning environment – positive growth mindset.
▪ Using hockey as a way to teach invaluable life lessons such as the values of hard work, dedication, teamwork, and discipline.
▪ Respecting the coaches, teammates, officials and opponents at all times.
▪ High focus on skills development for all players, with skills training provided by professional hockey skills coaches.
Next season, I am very pleased to be collaborating and working side-by-side with a strong Coaching staff for next season;
Chris Crosthwaite – Assistant Coach (non-parent),
Mark Evangelista – Scarborough Sharks U15AA Coach and Skill Development Coach
Gery Othmann – Player Development and Skills Coach.
Mark Evangelista will be working side-by side with the U13AA Coaching Staff both on and off the ice, to improve and strengthen the overall player development, with the ultimate goal of preparing our players to play at the elite level as they transition from U13AA to U15AA. Mark will be running skills development programming and will provide feedback to our players through the season to track their development.
The U13AA program will consist of the following:
▪ Pre-season practices, exhibition games and hockey tournaments.
▪ Regular season practices (minimum 2 - 3 per week including skills training provided by Professional skills coach once per week)
▪ Dryland Training provided by a Professional Strength and Conditioning Coach
▪ Regular season games played as part of the LLFHL and subsequent playoff games and provincial games as determined by results. The LLFHL is the premier league for girls in Ontario.
▪ Three to four tournaments, including 1 “out-of-town” tournament to help build bonds of friendship on the team.
▪ Goalie Training – Professional goalie training will be included in the team budget.For more information on the 2023 – 2024 Scarborough Sharks U13AA program, please contact me.
Jeremy Horst
Head Coach
Derek Ungaro
Bill Miller
Thank you for your interest in the 2023/24 Scarborough
Sharks U13B team! My name is Bill
Miller, and I am excited to be the head coach for the upcoming season! Here are some key and interesting things to
know about me.
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I played for the Agincourt Lions in the SHA
growing up in Scarborough.
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I have been coaching hockey since 2009 in
various roles.(head coach, assistant coach, and trainer)
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Most recently I was the 2022/23 Scarborough
Sharks U11DS head coach, as well as 2022/23 Durham West Lightning U18A
assistant coach.
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I have five OFSAA medals for pole-vaulting, and
I competed at the CIAU’s in the pole-vault for the University of Waterloo.
For the upcoming season my aim for the team is to have fun
while developing skills, teamwork, and overall athletic ability. Some highlights of the program that I will
run are:
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Pre-season training camp including practices,
team bonding activities, and exhibition game(s).
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4 tournaments including one out-of-town
tournament. (Niagara, Waterloo, etc)
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Average week consisting of 4 outings. (eg 2
practices and 2 games)
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Additional skills and skating training for the
team.
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Goalie training will be included in the budget.
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Additional team bonding events throughout the
season.Mark Evangelista
Mark is a skilled and passionate hockey coach, instructor and player who has performed at the highest levels of the sport. He possesses an innate ability to motivate by focusing on strengths and helping players and the team work toward their fullest potential.
Mark’s coaching philosophy is to encourage and develop players to be and play smart, have heart and be fearless. Players learn to become better every day not only in hockey but in life –win or lose, leave it all out there, go and have fun!
Mark’s skills, knowledge and experiences includes developing house league players and teams to pro-level hockey players for over 10 years on the ice, off the ice in improving overall player physical and mental fitness levels toward greater individual and team output, achieving results in overall performance. Mark has also been entrusted as Head Instructor at Hyperfit Hockey and at Canlan Ice Sports hockey programs from 2007 to present.
Mark’s impressive coaching repertoire with girls’ teams in the Ontario Women’s Hockey Association (OWHA) and boys’ teams in the Greater Toronto Hockey League (GTHL) includes:
• AAA GTHL head coach –2019 to present
• Scarborough Sharks Bantam AA head coach –2019 to present
• Scarborough Sharks Peewee A head coach –2018 to present
• AAA GTHL team coach –2008 to 2019
• AAA Markham Majors defensive coach –2012-2016
• AAA Toronto Titans assistant coach –2008-2012
• Scarborough Sharks Bantam A assistant coach –2015-2016
• Scarborough Sharks Bantam AA assistant coach –2016-2019
• Scarborough Sharks Peewee AA head coach –2017-2018
• Scarborough Sharks Midget AA assistant coach –2017-2018
As a demonstration of Mark’s entrepreneurial spirit, he also launched his own adult hockey school program called, “Coach Mark Says Skate”. When Mark is not on the ice, he enjoys outdoor activities on his bike, playing ball, working on another home improvement project or exploring new business ventures. However, most likely he can be found in an arena ultimately playing the game that he loves –hockey.Steve Thompson
My name is Steve Thompson and I am excited to be part of the Sharks organization and named HeadCoach of the U15-A hockey team for the upcoming 2023-2024 season. In addition to a lifetimeinvolved in the game, I have had the privilege of coaching at a number of different levels in both boysand girls minor hockey. Currently, I am the Head Coach of the 2022-23 Scarborough Sharks U15-Ateam and have coached in the Sharks Organization for the last 4 years. Prior to the my time with theSharks, I coached in the Markham-Stouffville Organization.
Sport has always been an important part of my life and something that I enjoy sharing with both ofmy daughters. I believe that sport can be an extremely positive and powerful influence in the lives ofyoung people. Through participation in team based athletics, girls are able to learn responsibility,confidence and teamwork that will serve them well throughout their life.
My goals for the 2023-2024 U15-A season primarily revolve around a program that develops strongerindividuals, from both a hockey and a personal perspective, while teaching the values of teamwork,hard work and respect. My philosophies around coaching are as follows:
• Create a fun, positive and safe learning environment.
• Stress the importance of commitment, hard work and discipline.
• Always show respect to coaches, teammates, officials and opponents.
• Ensure strong communication between coaches, parents and players.
With regard to the actual program for the team, assuming a traditional, we will be competing in theU15-A level of the Ontario Women’s Hockey Association (OWHA). In addition to game play, I believestrongly in a commitment to focused training for both team systems and individual skills. Whereappropriate, professional coaches will be incorporated into the program to provide a diversity intraining and focus on specific aspects of the game (ex. goaltending, skating, defensive tactics etc).
Thank you for considering the Scarborough Sharks Organization and in particular the 2023-2024 U15-A team. Should you have any questions, please contact the undersigned at your convenience.Heather Adair
My name is Heather Adair and I am excited to be the head coach of a Scarborough Sharks U15Ateam for the 2024-25 season. This will be my fourth year in a head coach position with the Sharks,previously coaching U15A, U13A and U13BB over the past three seasons. In addition to my workwith various Sharks teams over the last 8 years, I have also coached numerous sports at the highschool level through my professional career. My hockey background includes playing five years inthe Canadian University System at Queen’s University and I was even a Scarborough Sharkmyself!
Sport has always been an important part of my life and I believe that sport can teach important lifelessons, develop individual character and confidence while providing opportunities for personalwellness and enjoyment. I bring a lifetime of female experience in sport both as an athlete and asa coach. My coaching philosophies include the following:
● Holistic development of each athlete in a fun and respectful environment
● Helping athletes achieve their full potential by focusing on individual skill development
● Development of team cohesion and valuing each player within the team
● Development of individual work ethic, responsibility and mental toughness
● Respect for athletes, families, officials, and opponents
Program Highlights
● Preseason practices, exhibition games and one early tournament
● Regular season practices of 2-3 hours a week
● Skills sessions with a professional skills coach and Goalie coaching throughout the season.
● 4 - 5 tournaments, including one away tournament
● OWHA 22-game regular season schedule
● Additional Exhibition Games, Playoff and Provincial Qualifier games
● Team building and celebration of females in the game through various team activitiesAmrit Sandhu
My name is Amrit Sandhu, and I am excited to be the head coach of the Scarborough Sharks U15 BB team for the 2022-23 season. I have been involved with the Sharks organization for several years and was the assistant coach of the U13BB team in the 2021-22 season. I have over ten years of experience coaching youth rep soccer and hockey for boys and girls. My two badges of honour are the players I've coached that have gone to play higher levels of competitive sport and the number of athletes who return each season to play the game they love.
We will be focusing on 5 areas:
Technical: The primary technical focus is individual puck handling, passing, and shooting skills. For puck handling, we will work on controlled first touch, protecting and shielding the puck in traffic, and attacking open space. For passing, we are now progressing to connecting passes, give and go, and switching the point of attack.
Tactical: Focus on team cooperation. Attacking and defending as a unit. Effective breaking out of the defensive zone, creating turnovers and attack from the neutral zone, and an aggressive forecheck in the attacking zone.
Physical: Develop the ABCs: Agility, Balance, Coordination and Speed.Mental: Game and situational awareness to develop decision-making. Experience success and receive positive recognition.
Personal: Positive attitude & self-esteem. Fair play and ethics.
Goals for players…
1) Develop respect for self, teammates, opposition, coaches and parents through a commitment to program, sportsmanship and attentiveness.
2) Increase players' confidence with the puck by encouraging progress in stick handling, receiving and making passes, and shooting.
3) Emphasize hockey decision-making. Players recognize options and make their own decisions. This means parents cheer, not coach from the sidelines.
4) Always… fun, engaged, and challenged.
Program Highlights
• Preseason practices, exhibition games and one early tournament
• Regular season practices of 2-3 hours a week
• Focused skills sessions with a skills coach and Goalie coaching throughout the season.
• 3 tournaments, including one away tournament
• Regular-season schedule (Lower Lakes Female Hockey League - LLFHL)
• Additional Exhibition Games, Playoff and Provincial Qualifier games
• Team building and celebration of females in the game through various team activities
• We will have a bench staff that is reflected of the diversity of our community and a strong female presence.I look forward to discussing our program with your and your daughter.Mike Nadon
I am very excited to coach the U15BB team for the 2024/25 season. I am afather of three and a teacher with the Toronto Catholic District SchoolBoard. I have coached volleyball and track and field at the elementaryschool level for the past 22 years. For the past two seasons, I havecoached at the B level for the Sharks and I’m thrilled to take our team up tothe BB level.
I started playing hockey at the age of 5 with the Knights of ColumbusHouse League. I moved on to play seven seasons of AA hockey in theMTHL. As a coach, I love sharing my passion and knowledge of the game.
Our team will focus on:
1. Creating a fun and safe environment
2. Hard work and skill development
3. Promoting self‐confidence and respect for others
4. Striving to achieve team and personal goals
I look forward to answering any questions you may have.Mark Evangelista
Mark is a skilled and passionate hockey coach, instructor and player who has performed at the highest levels of the sport. He possesses an innate ability to motivate by focusing on strengths and helping players and the team work toward their fullest potential.
Mark’s coaching philosophy is to encourage and develop players to be and play smart, have heart and be fearless. Players learn to become better every day not only in hockey but in life –win or lose, leave it all out there, go and have fun!
Mark’s skills, knowledge and experiences includes developing house league players and teams to pro-level hockey players for over 10 years on the ice, off the ice in improving overall player physical and mental fitness levels toward greater individual and team output, achieving results in overall performance. Mark has also been entrusted as Head Instructor at Hyperfit Hockey and at Canlan Ice Sports hockey programs from 2007 to present.
Mark’s impressive coaching repertoire with girls’ teams in the Ontario Women’s Hockey Association (OWHA) and boys’ teams in the Greater Toronto Hockey League (GTHL) includes:
• AAA GTHL head coach –2019 to present
• Scarborough Sharks Bantam AA head coach –2019 to present
• Scarborough Sharks Peewee A head coach –2018 to present
• AAA GTHL team coach –2008 to 2019
• AAA Markham Majors defensive coach –2012-2016
• AAA Toronto Titans assistant coach –2008-2012
• Scarborough Sharks Bantam A assistant coach –2015-2016
• Scarborough Sharks Bantam AA assistant coach –2016-2019
• Scarborough Sharks Peewee AA head coach –2017-2018
• Scarborough Sharks Midget AA assistant coach –2017-2018
As a demonstration of Mark’s entrepreneurial spirit, he also launched his own adult hockey school program called, “Coach Mark Says Skate”. When Mark is not on the ice, he enjoys outdoor activities on his bike, playing ball, working on another home improvement project or exploring new business ventures. However, most likely he can be found in an arena ultimately playing the game that he loves –hockey.Shane Crymble
I’ve been coaching in progressive positions within the Sharks organization for the last 6 years and am thankful for the opportunity to coach again for the 2022-23 season.
I take a pragmatic and transparent approach to player and skills development. I’ve been successful with players (and parents) buying into a growth mindset philosophy to achieve a high-level of player engagement. With focus on the journey and not outcomes, it creates a positive culture and different perspective of the game. I use game video and analysis to develop practices that target gaps in team tactics and individual player development.
I truly believe that hockey and sports in general can foster positive social skills while making friendships and memories that can last a lifetime. It can boost self-esteem and self-confidence while helping players see how their hard work can pay off both on and off the ice. I strive to create an inclusive and respectful environment that supports diversity for all players and hockey families.
If you would like to know more about my program or coaching philosophy, feel free to reach out to me.Steve Montgomery
Steve is thrilled to continue as the Head Coach of the Scarborough Sharks U18 B team for the 2023- 24 season. He has over 20 years’ experience coaching minor softball and hockey and has been involved with the Sharks organization for the past 10 years.
He is looking forward to building on the successes of the 2022-23 season and is seeking players for the upcoming season who are dedicated, focused, and prepared to work hard in a fun, and competitive environment.
His coaching philosophy is built around the creation of an environment that challenges players to advance their skills while fostering strong bonds with teammates, promoting respect and commitment to the game. These goals are accomplished through the creation of a positive environment that focuses on skill development, team building and player empowerment through interactions with strong role models, including elite female hockey players.
The team plan for the 2023-24 season includes:
• Pre-season team events, practices, and skills training
• On-Ice practices held twice weekly
• Practices enhanced by additional skills sessions and professional goalie training.
• Participation in 4 tournaments (1-2 “away” tournaments)
• Exhibition, regular season, OWHA - Southern play-off and Provincial play-down games.