TESTIMONIALS

"My GRAY TEAM Goalies at the 2016 USA Hockey U18 National Camp in Minnesota LOVED working with Mandy Cronin!  Mandy's post game feedback was well communicated and received by these young ladies whom she had not worked with prior to this camp.  Mandy immediately had a respected repore with her clear, concise and detailed communication.  Both goalies said, "She really knows what she's talking about!"  It's one thing to be a top goalie.  It's quite another to be able to teach one of the hardest positions in sport...period.  Even more importantly she understands the women's game and the special nuances involved to be successful. USA Hockey is fortunate, Mandy has it down!"

*Kenzie also attended our Elite International Female Goalie Camp

"Two of my kids, Courtney ('99 goalie) and Jack (’97 player) did several private camp warm-ups in late August to get ready for the upcoming season. The kids spent four days with Mandy and Britney working hard several hours a day both on and off ice.  The experience was tremendous for both of them!  

Mandy and Britney worked with the kids together and individually to improve their skills, techniques and conditioning.  The coaches took great care to connect with the kids and work on very specific aspects of their game in order develop skills and improve their performance.  

So far this season, the hard work has paid off as both kids are doing well on their respective teams.  I would highly recommend this type of program to improve your kids skill development, conditioning and confidence."

"Our daughter had her first year with M-Power last year and upon looking at summer camps for this year, M-Power was her #1 choice.  The nutritional, physical, and emotional lessons the Girls are offered at camp help these athletes build strong and healthy relationships with their bodies, minds, and interests."

"4th year attending - we were so impressed with the camp in Goderich, helped set up Kincardine camp!" 

*The Kincardine Camp is in it's 7th year for the summer of 2019!

This letter of praise and recommendation for the excellent development you have provided my daughter Laura is is genuine and very sincere. Your skill as an instructor and mentor extends far beyond the on-ice training and has positively influenced Laura’s growth as a goalie and as a young adult.

On the ice, I have watched as you continuously challenge and assess Laura in each stage of activities – you offer enthusiasm and fun to reinforce learning and constructively correct and share tips that have helped Laura improve her game as a goalie – not just in areas of stopping the puck, but also in understanding how to challenge the opposition entering her zone. Equally, Laura’s repertoire has expanded to include playing the puck outside her crease and improving her communication with her teammates. All of this have improved her play and her confidence.

A goalie’s key tool is their confidence – your ability to connect with Laura as an individual has helped her with any challenge she faces. Your talent is very unique and appreciated. This is best exemplified on two occasions when Laura’s confidence was at a low. Without going into details, it is fair to say that there was little I could offer as her Dad – other than let you know about it. Without letting on, you found ways that connected with Laura helping her to become a stronger goalie and person. This mentorship and encouragement has made noticeable improvements in Laura’s preparation for games, tournaments, and even finding a balance that includes scholastic success. A welcome surprise.

We have only known you for just over a year, Mandy, but you have taught Laura (and me) so much about the importance of a strong, self-assured and positive attitude. Not artificial or naïve – but realistic and relatable. This has helped grow Laura’s confidence in all aspects. It is your approach that leads to my understanding of your company name, M-Power. You teach the skills and the mechanics while also sharing your passion for the game and life. This has empowered Laura to challenge herself and grow as a player, teammate, and person. (Proof: If it wasn’t for Hockey Canada rules, Laura’s coach told us he wanted to make Laura the captain of her team this year.)

I am sure most recommendations focus on the on-ice skills of goaltending for stopping the puck, skating, shot-recovery, positioning – likewise, I speak with great belief that Laura has grown in all of these areas. But I also am seeing Laura learn and grow her skills in so many other areas of her life, not just with hockey. Laura is more comfortable with herself; sharing her hockey knowledge and personal experience with her own teammates and coaches on the ice or off – just like her wonderful mentor, you, Mandy.

Thank you so much for your continued support as we look forward to continuing to attend and support M- Power Hockey!