Philosophy
V-Red Prospects Mission Statement
To ensure physical, psychological and social hockey development for all participants, using highly skilled directors and coaches.
Program Philosophy
Spring hockey is considered a high level program. Players and Coaches who demonstrate the skills, desire and ability to be part of an organization such as this should experience a highly competitive environment. The program will offer equal opportunity for all players, both on a playing level and personal level. All coaches will coach with learning and positive experiences in mind.
As directors of such a program, coaches, and assistants, we will continue to assess our strengths and weaknesses and will continually look to improve the program so that all receive a very positive experience. We will always remember, “the kids will be people a lot longer than they will be a hockey player”
Goals
Provide elite level competition for each team.
Create a fun positive experience.
Place strong emphasis on personal growth as a person.
Operate with kids and development in mind, not profit.
Build Lifelong relationships.
Provide an atmosphere of excellence for learning.
Maintain fun and learning as our fundamental reason for being.
Features
An organization designed with a not for profit philosophy
13 Divisions in 2010 (92-03)
One team per division, maximum 17 players, minimum 14
Volunteer organization, profit not a central focus
All remaining funds at the end of the fiscal season will be invested back into the program and other hockey programs such as the Friends of the V-Reds
Minimum 4 tournaments and 12 hours practice time.
Sponsorship program available
Extra Mile program available, Toronto tournament, Montreal and Boston. Extra mile not designed for profit making.
UNB Head Coach Gardiner MacDougall, Director of Player development, includes all on ice systems and coaching selection.
Physical Fitness Training program, designed by UNB Veteran Goaltender, Reg Bourcier
Exclusive use of the University of New Brunswick Aitken Center as well as other arenas around the Province of New Brunswick
Fully funded Liability Insurance
Early fall training and assessment camps
Early April training camps for all levels
Top level coaches and managers, all with experience and background in competitive hockey
Practice weekends between tournaments!
Spring kick – off tournament hosted by the program, each team will have an opportunity to assist the Tournament committee with the event, some of the funds raised will go directly to each team
