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MESSAGE FROM THE BEARCAT
Welcome to Bearcat Elite Hockey! We strive to create an atmosphere where training and competition meet the more enjoyable aspects of youth hockey. Our professional coaches push each player to become a well-rounded athlete; encompassing on and off ice training along with classroom and video techniques that improve hockey IQ. We offer spring and summer teams to compete in tournaments across the USA and Canada, and high performance camps/clinics to teach the finer details of the game.
Finally, we work to develop youth athletes on and off the ice in an effort to assist them in becoming positive role models in their respective cities. We look forward to welcoming you and your family to Bearcat Elite!
ELITE HOCKEY SERVICES
Spring & Summer a, AA, AAA, and Bio Steel for GIrls & Boys from mites to jrs.
Hockey advisors act as the “go to” person for the client and teams. The advisor works closely with each family to assist in navigating the junior and collegiate hockey landscape.
Camps & Clinics including 8 week high performance, 3 day summer camps, and other competitive events for GIrls & Boys from mites to jrs.
ARE YOU READY TO WEAR THE BEAR?
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ELITE COACHES
coach bearcat
James Ryerse is the proud owner of the Bearcat brand. James grew up on wheels in Atlanta, ultimately taking home the silver medal in the Olympics for roller hockey. Following his roller hockey career, he took to the ice, where he made quick work of juniors advancing from Tier 3 Jrs in the states, to Tier 2 Jr A in Canada with the Campbelton Tigers (MHL). Following the path of success, James signed pro and enjoyed 5 seasons moving around the minors, getting the chance to help the Danbury Whalers win a Commissioners Cup in 2013!
Coach jason
Jason McCrimmon is a staple in the Detroit hockey community, where he grew up and first started playing the sport. Jason’s playing journey began at the NCAA DIII level with Northland College. He then had stops across various American professional leagues before heading to Finland for two seasons. After his playing career, Jason got into coaching with Holland River Bandits. This eventually carved the path to becoming an owner of the now Motor City Gamblers. Jason is a proud winner of the Willie O’Ree Community Hero Award, given out by the NHL for his exemplary work in the Detroit community via his foundation, Detroit Ice Dreams.
coach nathan
Nathan Oystrick is a native of Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. Oystrick’s previous coaching experience includes the Elmira Jackals (ECHL), Atlanta Gladiators (ECHL), Colorado Academy and the Humboldt Broncos (Tier 2). He played NCAA DI hockey at Northern Michigan, where he captained the team his junior and senior seasons. His professional hockey playing career includes 11 years in the NHL, AHL, ECHL and KHL. His NHL experience came with the Atlanta Thrashers, Anaheim Ducks and St. Louis Blues.
coach brian
Brian Thompson comes to us with over 15 years of coaching experience, the last 5 of which comes at the Junior level with the Columbus Mavericks and most recently, as Head Coach and General Manager of the Buffalo Stampede in the USPHL. In addition to working with the Stampede, he is the owner and founder of Thompson Hockey Training, a skill development business that works with players of all ages and levels from beginners to professionals across Western New York. As a coach, Brian emphasizes skill and IQ development along with a passion for the game and enjoying the hard work it takes to play at a high level.
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