Performance & Development Programs
Who it’s for:
2018 & high school players focused on earning opportunity.
What makes it different:
Athletes train inside our AAA skills practices, follow the same development, and are held to the same standards without a guaranteed game schedule.
Why parents choose this:
Development stays the priority while players compete daily and earn more through performance.
When:
Late March to mid-May and mid-July to end of August
Steel Development Program (DP)
Who it’s for:
College athletes, junior players, and committed prospects.
What makes it different:
High-tempo, organized offseason training focused on performance habits, pace, and conditioning through hockey.
Why athletes choose this:
Serious summer training in a professional environment not open skates or drop-ins.
When:
Summer 2026
College Performance Program (CPP)
Small Group Training is our recommended option, combining high-rep skill work with competition and pace in a focused environment. Training with peers accelerates decision-making, accountability, and game transfer at a lower cost than one-on-one sessions.
Individual Training is available for targeted correction and specific skill development when personalized attention is needed.
Structured. Intentional. Game-speed reps.
Small Group & Individual Training
Who it’s for:
Returning mite players ready to train with purpose.
What makes it different:
High-quality skill reps, skating fundamentals, and practice habits taught the right way inside a structured, high-tempo environment.
Why parents choose FP:
Players learn how to practice correctly, gain confidence, and prepare for higher levels without game pressure.
When:
1st Session: Late March to mid-May.
2nd Session: Late July to end of August
Future Prospects Development (FPD)
Who it’s for:
Advanced players ready for faster pace and higher demands.
What makes it different:
Invite-only, small-group sessions focused on execution, compete level, and game-speed reps.
Why parents choose this:
Athletes are challenged in a demanding environment that pushes pace, detail, and accountability.
When:
This program will be held in September.
How to get invited:
Select players will be invited.
Performance Invite Training (PIT)
The Steel 3v3 League is a fast-paced development league built around puck touches, creativity, and decision-making under pressure.
Small-area games increase engagement, improve hockey IQ, and force players to make plays at speed without systems, standings, or over-coaching.
More touches. More decisions. More Excitement. More Fun.
3 on 3 League (3v3)
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We have a passionate group of coaches who hold themselves to the highest standards. Our coaching staff shows up at the rink with smiles on their faces as they greet the players and they are excited and energetic for each practice. Our coaches focus on skill development, playing as a team, as well as increasing each player’s hockey IQ. As a coaching staff, we continuously strive to be the best coaches, leaders, and mentors.
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