| I just wanted to send a quick note of thanks for a wonderful goalie camp you led in St. Louis. Marcus had a great time and learned so much. You are one of the rare and lucky people who love what they are doing and it shows. You put so much into those camps, it's remarkable. Your attention to detail is something that I don't see often. I wish all the best of success to you and all the goalies whose lives you touch. Thank you |
Mary Jo Kunzmann
Fox River Grove, ILL. |
| Just a quick note to again thank you for the opportunity to attend your Buffalo camp. Garrett is off to a great start and attributes his recent success to what he learned at your camp. He says he is much better at picking the puck up especially through screens. His GAA is 0.88 with a 94% saves in 3 games including a 34 shot game against the Jr. Kings which ended in a 2-2 tie. The season is early though but he definitely has more confidence. I can see the difference. Thank you and we will see you again in Buffalo! |
Randy M. Ruckle
Irvine, CA |
| Joe Jr. and I really enjoyed the camp. He has been half goalie half player for the past few years, but after last weekend he now seems focused on being in net full time. As a player, coach and student of the game I have attended many camps over the years and found your camp to be extremely informative and very enjoyable. I am sure you have some of the best references in the world, but if you ever need a quote or reference from a local no name J let me know and I will be glad to assist. |
Joe Longo
Findlay, OH |
| I just wanted to send you a quick note to say Thanks on behalf of Peyton and myself for one of the most excellent goalie experiences we have ever had. Your expertise in the subject of goaltending is absolutely phenomenal, and from speaking with Peyton you have left a lifelong impression (not to mention the leg and hip pain from the intensive workout). I can already see at least a 50% improvement in her skills. Peyton is determined to improve on what she has learned from you and she already asked me to make a screen board for out backyard rink this winter so I can help her train. You have given me renewed hope in the hockey camp world. I'm sure you will see Peyton again this summer. |
Dan Parker
Ottawa, Ontario |
| Thank you for an amazing camp. It was an unbelievable learning experience for goalies and parents alike. The way that you maximize the learning experience is most impressive. I cannot say enough great things. Both Nick and Joey are already begging to come back for more. Your greatest attribute is your willingness to give back to the game. Your passion for the game and love for the kids is like nothing I have ever seen before by any teacher in any environment. A million thanks and I can promise you that we will see you again next year. |
Greg Kuhlman
Toledo, Ohio |
| Thank you very much for having Stephen Dhillon at your goalie camp at Hockey Outlet last week. He had a very enjoyable week. You and your entire staff were very skillful, dedicated and enthusiastic teachers. The goalies were exposed to and learned an enormous amount of very advanced goalie skills, all in a very positive environment. Stephen is very excited and already looking forward to next year. Thanks and have a great summer. |
Lisa & Gurmeet Dhillon
Buffalo, NY |
| Thank you again for such a wonderful week in Cincinnati at Goalie Camp! Mason just LOVED it and can't wait for next year already! You and your counselors, shooters, etc. are great with the kids and so fun to watch. Please look us up when you are in town and a big dinner and cocktails on us - Wishing you a great year, we will be watching! |
Christine & Mason Koster
Milwaukee, WI |
| Just wanted to say thank you for the most wonderful goalie and life experience that my son Jared has had in a hockey camp. Jared eats, sleeps, and poops goalie. We are really proud of him and how hard he worked at the camp. Everyone at your camp including, staff, counselors, shooters, yourself were wonderful. I really appreciate the hard work and heart and soul that goes in to your camp, it really shows. What you said at the award time was really true, our kids need to appreciate the things that they get, and they need to know that that there are many times in life that they will have to fight off adversity and not all will be handed to them on a silver platter. |
Jeff Broder
Augusta, GA |
| I am Nicole Vizzone's father. She attended your goalie camp in Ashburn, VA last weekend. She came out sore and tired but she learned so many things about her chosen position, the lessons were invaluable. She has already started to put her new found skills to the test in a summer ice league, which is a big step for her since she started in roller hockey. You and your coaches were very professional and kind to her, and she had a wonderful time. We look forward to future camps and to watching our "girl" goalie blossom. And thanks for the advice on her skates, she's doing much better with her new edges. Again, thank you and your staff for a great goalie camp. We'll see you at another one, soon. |
Nick Vizzone
Fredericksburg, VA |
| My son William had had two terrific open tryout camps with junior teams, and has been invited back to the final camps for both teams. One of his evaluators complimented him on his lateral movement and how he was able to move side to side without opening up a lot of holes. When William told me about that, he added that "Just before tryouts I was thinking about something Coach Korn used to tell us about how you should think of your legs being attached by a bungee cord, so that when you moved a leg one way, your other leg had to quickly follow along and keep everything together." I told him that I thought it was impressive that he retained specific things you told him, and he said "Whenever I'm struggling with something, I can usually think of some drill or something I learned there that helps straighten me out." I thought you'd like to know that the hard work you put in, and the things you say and teach DO have an effect and make a difference for these kids. |
Tim Droogsma
Red Wing, MN |
| First
of all, I would like to express my heart felt thanks for giving
my son, Connor, one of the best experiences that he has ever
had in his 9 year old life at your camp. We were totally impressed
with how you educated those kids both physically and mentally
in such a fun manner. Connor wished the week had never ended.
Your assistants were excellent. The efficiency with which
you used the time was outstanding. Your passion was on display
at all times. |
Dr.
Brian Smith
Chattanooga, TN |
| I
wanted to express just how much I appreciate you and all you
do for kids. My son Ryan attended your goalie camp in Nashville.
When I asked my son what he got most out of the camp his response
was "fun". He stated that you had spoken to them about
your hope that each one would get “one day better”.
He improved his game 5 days better. The time you took with the
youngsters was the best that I have ever seen. Joking with them
yet pushing them to next level of is something I have not seen
in my years of going to camps. I was a baseball player growing
up and attended various camps, none of which grew me in the
game as what I have seen in my son after attending your camp.
Your staff is also to be commended on what they were able to
accomplish in such a short time. Also, when I called and left
a message to let someone on your staff know that I was sending
out the final payment for the camp, I never expected to get
a call back from one of the top goalie coaches in the NHL! Not
only did you call me back yourself, you called me back just
after landing at the Nashville Airport returning from the NHL
playoffs. You help the young men to really see their potential
and grow their love for the game. Thanks for helping my son. |
Craig
Dailey
Nashville, TN |
| Mitch,
thanks again for inviting Vince up to your Prospects camp. What
an incredible experience. By far the best
camp he has ever attended. The level of coaching, shooters,
and goalie talent was highly impressive. If can only attend
one camp in future years it would be your Prospects camp. He
certainly is well prepared for Prep School this fall. |
Tim
Dicarlo
Atlanta, GA |
| Mitch,
you and your crew has lifted CJ to another level. I can see
it in his walk and his talk. He is more confident than I have
ever seen him. He has reached another
step into manhood. I have been reading your manual that you
shared with CJ. After he read it, he left it for me to learn.
Not only as a dad, but as a coach, I was very glad to know that
he was so well educated in his goalie training. Thank you so
much. |
Ray
Schipani
Nashville, TN |
| Mitch,
I am Dane Wakefield, the “Great Dane” was
my nickname. I was one of the lucky goalies to be coached by
you in Newburgh. I thought your camp was the best I have ever
gone to. You made me stronger physically and well as much smarter!
I have been to many camps before, some in Canada, but yours
is the best…hands down!! |
Dane
Wakefield
Monroe, NY |
|
In
10 years of attending goaltending camps (all the big names)
your camp offered the most challenging and multi-dimensional
demands on goaltending. Keaton and Steve both spoke very highly
of the camp, and if you ever need a reference from kids that
have been to numerous camps let me know. |
Phil
Hartigan
Kitchener, Ontario |
|
Mitch
has an unbelievable personal approach. He is on the
ice every session, and instructs most classrooms. He
knows the kids by name, and always answers his own e-mails.
What other NHL goalie coach publishes his cell phone number…and
returns all his calls?? |
Ron
Wolfe
Pittsburgh, PA |
|
I
had never seen anything like it. The training props
used were great. High and low shot screen boards, a
deflection ramp, white and these mini-pucks were FANTASTIC.
Wish I had this when I was a kid. |
Rob
Spolar
Duluth, MN |
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