Cougars 2018 Elite Summer Training Program
The best hockey training in Northern BC is coming back to Prince George. The Prince George Cougars are once again offering their Elite Summer Training program in July.
The Cougars are offering elite summer training from July 2nd to 27th, in three groups: Junior (2003-born plus), Rep (2004-2007 born) and Goalies (All ages).
Elite Summer Training Brochure
Led by Director of Player Development Nick Drazenovic our instructional staff includes former Cougars all-time leading scorer Eric Hunter and the Cougars all-time winningest goaltender Ty Edmonds. Our instructors share an incredible wealth of hockey knowledge and provide the most in-depth, elite-level on and off-ice experience in Northern BC.
“We’re looking to build off of the huge success we had last summer and continue to provide elite hockey training to local athletes in northern BC,” said Nick Drazenovic.
The Junior group skates three times per week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) and has four off-ice workouts per week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday). The Rep group skates twice a week (Tuesday, Thursday) and has two off-ice workouts per week (Monday, Friday). The Goalie program is every Wednesday night (four total). Private lessons are also being offered every Saturday.
All off-ice workouts in the Elite Summer Training program will be conducted at Xconditioning, the hockey training center for NHL’ers Brett Connolly (Washington) and Brandon Manning (Philadelphia).
About Nick Drazenovic:
Nick Drazenovic played five seasons for his hometown Cougars, compiling 77 goals and 214 points in 281 career WHL regular season games. Drazenovic was drafted by the St. Louis Blues in 2005 and played in the NHL with the Blues, Columbus Blue Jackets and Pittsburgh Penguins. Drazenovic also played nine seasons in the AHL in Peoria, Springfield Wilkes-Barre / Scranton and San Antonio.
“I’m excited to work alongside two great instructors in Eric and Ty, who had excellent careers with the Cougars and bring a wealth of experience and knowledge.”
About Ty Edmonds:
Ty Edmonds played in 214 career regular season games over four seasons in Prince George, posting 100 wins and owning a .901 save percentage. In 2016-17, Edmonds posted a career best in minutes played (3092), wins (31) and save percentage (.916). Edmonds was drafted by the Cougars in the ninth round, 186th overall, in the 2011 WHL Bantam Draft.
“I would not be where I am today as a player or especially as a person if it was not for all of my past and former coaches along with the Prince George Cougars organization. It is now my turn to give back to the Prince George hockey community.”
About Eric Hunter:
Eric Hunter played in 323 career regular season games over five seasons with the Cougars, amassing 111 goals and 233 points. He went out to play four seasons at the University of Alberta, winning a national championship in 2008. He also played in the AHL and ECHL and four seasons in Austria. Hunter was originally drafted by Chicago Blackhawks in 2004.
“I’m excited to work with Nick and the Cougars to help share my experiences and shape the development of up and coming players in the region.”
To sign up, phone the Cougars office at 250-561-0783, or email Nick Drazenovic at [email protected]
