Roster, U15A-2, U15, COMP (Scarborough Sharks Girls Hockey Association)

Heather Adair

My name is Heather Adair and I am excited to be the head coach of a Scarborough Sharks U15Ateam for the 2023-24 season. This will be my third year in a head coach position with the Sharks,coaching at the U13 level (A and BB) over the past two seasons. In addition to my work withvarious Sharks teams over the last 7 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 activities×