U14-U15 (Halton Hills Minor Hockey)

Aaron Brown

Aaron Brown - Bio

I have played hockey my entire life and have extended my love for hockey into coaching at all ages and levels for the past 20 years. Over the last 9 years I have been coaching this age group in various sports. 

My coaching philosophy centres on fostering a positive environment, where players are inspired to enhance their individual skills while developing strong team dynamics. I strive to help eachplayer elevate their athletic performance but also nurture their personal growth, by encouraging them to embrace challenges with confidence and enthusiasm. I want the players to push themselves to realize their potential and make sure they know that having fun is an important part of the game. I want them to develop a lifelong love of the game and hopefully create lasting bonds with their teammates. 

The goal for this team is to increase their hockey IQ to be able to compete at any level against any team. The players will appreciate what the value of hard work and an extra effort means on and off the ice. Getting them to realize that putting in an effort for themselves will not only benefit them but will also benefit the team. They will realize that team play is imperative to becoming a winning team.×

Mike Bahr

Mike Baer - Bio

I grew up in Georgetown, Ontario and played competitive hockey my entire childhood until going off to College. I played my hockey as a forward. After minor hockey, I played in various adult recreational leagues in Georgetown, Brampton, Mississauga, Burlington area. I have coached in the Halton Hills Organization for the last 10 years, at the “A” Level for both 2008 and 2011 birth years.

My coaching philosophy is to create a positive environment that focuses on skill development and a lifelong love of hockey. The focus will be largely based on technical skills and individual tactics while incorporating concepts related to team play and strategy. I believe each player responds to different learning styles and it is important to understand how to connect with each player to maximize their development throughout the year. As this is competitive hockey, I also believe there is an element of commitment, hard work and being a good teammate that is expected at this level. Having a strong work ethic and team first mentality is important and will be a focus of our practices and communication to players.

I believe in clear communication with parents throughout the season which lays out the expectations of families and players as well as updates on our coaching priorities and team focus.×

Neil Darragh

Neil Darragh

First, a little bit about me. I am a father of four boys (Aged 23, 21, 17 & 14 ). My love of the game started at a young age growing up in Brampton playing hockey at various levels including Tri-County back in the day.

My volunteering in minor hockey started in 2009 with Georgetown Minor Hockey Association and I have been a Development 1 Coach, Level 1 Trainer, Level 2 Referee, a member of the new rink Fundraising Committee in HHRA since then. I was awarded the 2011-2012 Jr. Coach of the Year in Georgetown Minor Hockey Association coaching a Novice AA Team to many titles and OMHA and Tri-County Playoffs. I have coached teams at all divisions from AA to House League and continue to give back as both a Head Coach and Referee in the community.

My son, who plays Jr A hockey with the GMHL Tottenham Railers, brings his skill and development to my team as an assistant coach.

As tHead Coach for Halton Hills Minor Hockey, my position plays a pivotal role in the development of your kids on and off the ice as both individuals and great teammates. Over the season, I will ensure that players, coaches, and volunteers have the resources they need to succeed.

We will ensure that your children have a positive environment, enrich their personal and team development, provide a safe and secure experience and have fun continuing to develop to their full potential.×