| Bruce Turpin Girls Program Director Head Coach U16 and U19 COACHING EXPERIENCE: Chicago Young Americans Head Coach Girls U16 AAA (07-08) Loyola Academy Assistant Coach Loyola Maroon (06-07) Northbrook Bluehawks Assistant Coach Bantam AA (06-07); NIHL Elite Presidents Cup, State AA 3rd Place Chicago Blues: Head Coach Bantam Major CSDHL (05-06); State AA Champions Bantam Minor NIHL Elite (04-05); State A Champions and NIHL Elite 3rd Place Bantam Major CSDHL (03-04); CSDHL Runner-up Chicago Mission AAA: Strength and Conditioning Coach Bantam 90/U16 (03-06) Springfield Jr. Pics: Head Coach Midget AAA (00-02); NEMHL Champions (00-01); NEMHL Runner-up (01-02) EDUCATION: BS in Biological Engineering (University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario) MS in Exercise Science/Biomechanics (University of Massachusetts – Amherst) |
| DEVELOPMENT PHILOSOPHY: One of the most important features of any skilled performance is making quick and predictable decisions (what to do and what not to do) in any given situation. Decision-making IS the foundation that determines level of success achieved by athletes in any sport. While skills are very important to successful performance, the transitional nature of the game of hockey requires that players develop strong conceptual abilities to elevate their game to the next level. The ability to apply your skill base in the context of the game (ie. the development of “hockey sense”) is the core ingredient to becoming a successful hockey player. As such, my approach to the game of hockey is one that emphasizes puck control, puck support and puck movement in all three zones. I promote an aggressive style of play, which will be taught and reinforced using a high tempo, high flow practice philosophy. Practice planning incorporates a “SPACED” and PERIODIZED approach, producing a progressive environment that enhances overall skill level and fosters the development of a players’ ability to read-and-react, create and anticipate during games. This functional training methodology, places players in highly competitive game-like situations, allowing for the development of tactical thinking, quick decision making and problem solving abilities. I firmly believe that it is not as important to be the best as it is to give your best effort. The team will be focused, intense, and have a great work ethic. |
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