Mentorship Program

This summer isn’t just about playing—it’s about proving yourself, improving your game, and getting noticed.

 

At Made In Michigan Hockey, our Mentorship Program is designed to provide young, aspiring hockey players with the unique opportunity to learn from current professional athletes who have excelled at the high levels of collegiate and professional hockey. Our mentors are not only skilled & knowledgeable players, but also dedicated coaches who are passionate about developing the next generation of hockey talent.

 

Meet Our Mentors

Jay Keranen

Coaching Experience - Trained players from NHL, AHL, ECHL, KHL, SPHL, NCAA Division I & III, USHL, OHL, NAHL, NOJHL, EHL, NCDC, USHS-MI, AAA, youth camps.

Current Defenseman for the Kalamazoo Wings (ECHL)
• Former NCAA Division 1 Player at the University of Michigan
• 2x B1G Champion
• 2x Frozen Four Appearance
• Joseph E. Barss Award (True Team Player) from University of Michigan (2023)
• BCHL Champion
• B1G Sportsmanship Award (2023)
• 3x All-academic B1G
• Outstanding Community Service Award (2019 Prince George Spruce Kings)
• Off Ice Fitness Award (2019 Prince George Spruce Kings)
• Most Inspirational Player Award (2018 Prince George Spruce Kings)

Kurt Gosselin

Coaching Experience - Trained players at the NHL, AHL, ECHL, KHL, SPHL, NCAA DI & III, USHL, NAHL, OHL, BCHL, AJHL, NOJHL, OJHL, CJHL, NCDC, EHL, USHS-MI, AAA, and youth development/learn-to-play/learn-to-skate.

PLAYING CAREER

  • Professional Hockey Player (7 years)

  • AHL- Rochester Americans/Utica Comets

  • ECHL - Orlando Solar Bears /Adirondack Thunder / Toledo Walleye / Reading Royals / Kalamazoo Wings/ Cincinnati Cyclones

  • Buffalo Sabres NHL Rookie Camp (2020)

  • Former NCAA Division 1 player at the University of Alabama Huntsville

  • Captain NCAA D1 University of Alabama Huntsville (2019)

  • Assistant Captain NCAA D1 University of Alabama Huntsville (2018)

  • NCAA Third All-Star team WCHA (2017)

  • 1st team BCHL All-Star (2015)

  • Best Defenseman Award: Port Alberni Bulldogs - BCHL (2015)

  • Best Defenseman Award: Port Alberni Bulldogs - BCHL (2014)

  • Most Improved Player Award: Port Alberni Bulldogs - BCHL(2013)

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OUR VALUE

Our mentors bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the program, having navigated the rigorous paths of junior, collegiate, and professional hockey themselves. They provide invaluable insights and firsthand guidance on what it takes to succeed at each stage of a hockey career.

Benefits of Our Mentorship Program

• Expert Guidance: Receive personalized advice on how to progress through the ranks of junior hockey, transition to collegiate hockey, and eventually make it to the professional level.

• Character Development: Emphasis on building strong personal character, instilling values of discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

• Training & Nutrition: Focus on all aspects of a hockey player’s development, including nutrition, exercise, mental resilience, and overall well-being.

• Exclusive Insights: Learn the nuances of the game from professional players who understand the demands and challenges of competitive hockey.

• Goal-Oriented Approach: Tailored advice to help youth players set and achieve their hockey goals, both on and off the ice.

DetailS

📍 Location: BIGGBY Coffee Ice Cube - Brighton, MI

📅 1st Session: May 27th – June 26th

📅 2nd Session: July 15th – August 14th

⏰ Tuesday & Thursday Mornings

🏒 10 total skates (per session)

💲 Cost Per Session: $750

🔥 Elite Training & Development Opportunity

Questions?

📞 Phone: (810) 599 6907

💻 Instagram: @madeinmihockey