2024 NH Knights Program Info
Below is 2024 Coaches, the 2024 list of coaches will be updated very soon.....
Knights Spring Skills- Optional
2024 Skills info will be updated soon.
Skills will be led by Taylor Wenczkowski, in a short time Taylor has gained a strong following with her TW Hockey Academy programs. She is a former Captain at UNH and current member of the 2 time defending Champion Boston Pride. She will be supported by Knights Director Casey Kesselring and other former and current college and pro players!
Focus
Skating
Edge Control
Puck Handling
Shooting
Passing
TBA
Cost:
17 NH Knights
Head Coach: Eric Przepiorka
Coach Prez played College Hockey at Dartmouth beore moving on to the ECHL before spending 8 years on Europe. Coach Prez was assistant coach at the New Hampton School for 5 years and is currently the assistant men's coach at Plymouth State University.
Schedule
Tropic Meltdown April 19-21 , South Shore MA
K-Cup June 7-9. Hudson, NH
Montreal Meltdown June 14-16
- Player package including including Knights T-shirt, shorts and hat
-Jersey's and socks
*if you have the reversable jersey you only need to buy socks!
*the cost for player package and uniforms will be paid seperately at the time of purchase
Cost:
$650-3
$440-2
$225-1
**all players are required to purchase the reversable jersey (if you don't have it) plus the player package which is a seperate cost.
16 NH Knights
Head Coach: Eric Przepiorka
Coach Prez played College Hockey at Dartmouth beore moving on to the ECHL before spending 8 years on Europe. Coach Prez was assistant coach at the New Hampton School for 5 years and is currently the assistant men's coach at Plymouth State University.
Schedule
Tropic Meltdown April 19-21, South Shore MA
K-Cup June 7-9. Hudson, NH
Montreal Meltown June 14-16
CCM Summer Invtie- Aug 2-4, Southern MA
- Player package including including Knights T-shirt, shorts and hat
-Jersey's and socks
*if you have the reversable jersey you only need to buy socks!
*the cost for player package and uniforms will be paid seperately at the time of purchase
Cost: $795- 4
$630-3
$440-2
$225-1
**all players are required to purchase the reversable jersey (if you don't have it) plus the player package which is a seperate cost.
16 NH Knights Black
Head Coach: Dave Saggese
Coach Dave was an assistant coach last year and this year will take over the 16 Black team. He currently coaches with the Manchester Flames in the winter. Dave was a Super 8 finalist as a player at Hingham High.
Schedule
Boston Selects June 21-23, Marlboro MA
Summer Sizzler July 19-21, Hooksett, NH
Border Battle Aug 2-4, Hudson, NH
- Player package including including Knights T-shirt, shorts and hat
-Jersey's and socks
*if you have the reversable jersey you only need to buy socks!
*the cost for player package and uniforms will be paid seperately at the time of purchase
Cost:
$630-3
$440-2
$225-1
**all players are required to purchase the reversable jersey (if you don't have it) plus the player package which is a seperate cost.
15 NH Knights
Head Coach: Billy Diamond
Coach Diamond was the Assistant Girls’ Varsity Hockey Coach at Kimball Union Academy for the past five years where he currently serves as the History Department Chair. Prior to coaching with the Girls’ program, Bill worked with the Boys’ team at KUA, where he also currently serves as an assistant for the Boys’ Varsity Soccer Team. Coach Diamond volunteers as coach with Hanover Youth Hockey. He was a prep hockey captain at Millbrook School ‘98 (NY), and went on to captain the Syracuse University Men’s ACHA hockey team ‘02. Coach Diamond was inducted into the inaugural Syracuse Hockey Hall of Fame class in 2019.
Schedule
Tropic Meltdown April 19-21 , South Shore MA
K-Cup June 7-9. Hudson, NH
CCM Summer Invtie- Aug 2-4, Southern MA
- Player package including including Knights T-shirt, shorts and hat
-Jersey's and socks
*if you have the reversable jersey you only need to buy socks!
*the cost for player package and uniforms will be paid seperately at the time of purchase
Cost: $630
14 NH Knights
Head Coach: Nate Gardner
Coach Nate Gardner is the current coach of the 2014 Manchester Flames team. Nate was the captain of the 2002 Manchester Memorial High School team before playing junior hockey for the Connecticut Wolves who earned a National Championship bid in 2004. He went on to play college hockey at Plymouth State University and graduated in 2008. Coach Nate facilitates a fun and competitive atmosphere that teaches not only skills but a lifelong love for the game of hockey.
Schedule
Tropic Meltdown April 19-21 , South Shore MA
Niagara Battle May 10-12, Niagara Falls Ont
K-Cup June 7-9. Hudson, NH
CCM Summer Invtie- Aug 2-4, Southern MA
- Player package including including Knights T-shirt, shorts and hat
-Jersey's and socks
*if you have the reversable jersey you only need to buy socks!
*the cost for player package and uniforms will be paid seperately at the time of purchase
Cost: $795- 4
$630-3
$440-2
$225-1
**all players are required to purchase the reversable jersey (if you don't have it) plus the player package which is a seperate cost.
14 NH Knights Black
Head Coach: Mike Lang
Coach Mike Grew up in Bow and played for the Concord Capitals and then at Bishop Brady from 1996-2000. Went on to Wesleyan University in the NESCAC, played defense 2000-2004. Head coach of the Concord Capitals mites from 2021-2023 and now an assistant with the NH Avalanche. Live in Bow. Wife, 2 kids, currently a Detective Sergeant at a local police department.
Schedule
Boston Selects June 21-23, Marlboro MA
Summer Sizzler July 19-21, Hooksett, NH
Border Battle Aug 2-4, Hudson, NH
- Player package including including Knights T-shirt, shorts and hat
-Jersey's and socks
*if you have the reversable jersey you only need to buy socks!
*the cost for player package and uniforms will be paid seperately at the time of purchase
Cost:
$630-3
$440-2
$225-1
**all players are required to purchase the reversable jersey (if you don't have it) plus the player package which is a seperate cost.
13 NH Knights
Head Coach: Michael Fonzi-
Mike grew up playing Everett youth hockey and was a standout for Everett High playing as a freshman and later selected for the NHIB Allstars. He went to play Junior Hockey for the Mass Mariners. Mike is currently the head coach for the Jr Warriors 13 Elite and waas also an assitant coach for the Jr Warrior 07 Select.
Schedule
Blue Chip May 17-19, Foxboro MA
Montreal Meltdown May 24-26
K-Cup June 7-9. Hudson, NH
Beach Bash June 28-30, Rockland, MA
CCM Summer Invtie- Aug 2-4, Southern MA
- Player package including including Knights T-shirt, shorts and hat
-Jersey's and socks
*if you have the reversable jersey you only need to buy socks!
*the cost for player package and uniforms will be paid seperately at the time of purchase
Cost: $995-5
795- 4
$630-3
$440-2
$225-1
**all players are required to purchase the reversable jersey (if you don't have it) plus the player package which is a seperate cost.
13 NH Knights Black
Head Coach: Megan Tepper
Coach Tepper has been coaching with the Concord Capitals program in the winter and last year was an assistant coach with the Knights.
Schedule
Boston Selects June 21-23, Marlboro MA
Summer Sizzler July 19-21, Hooksett, NH
Border Battle Aug 2-4, Hudson, NH
- Player package including including Knights T-shirt, shorts and hat
-Jersey's and socks
*if you have the reversable jersey you only need to buy socks!
*the cost for player package and uniforms will be paid seperately at the time of purchase
Cost:
$630-3
$440-2
$225-1
**all players are required to purchase the reversable jersey (if you don't have it) plus the player package which is a seperate cost.
12 NH Knights
Head Coach: Stephen Harb
Steve was considered one of the top local hockey prospects in the late 1980s from North Andover and went on to play NCAA DI hockey at Dartmouth College.
Harb grew up in North Andover and played his youth hockey for the North Shore Raiders of the MBHL. During his time at North Andover High School, Steve was a three-year captain, two year all-league selection, league MVP and Division 2 Co-Defensive MVP before attending and playing at Dartmouth.
Steve has coached youth hockey, soccer and basketball over the past seven years and coached at the mite level for three years with Haverhill Youth Hockey and Micro Ice and is now the 2012 Valley Jr Warrior Elite Coach. Steve enjoys working with younger players and is committed to developing each player while fostering a positive team environment. Steve is an attorney and has worked for a Boston based insurance company for the last 15 years. He currently resides in Haverhill, MA with his wife and two children.
Schedule
Tropic Meltdown April 19-21 , South Shore MA
K-Cup June 7-9. Hudson, NH
CCM Summer Invtie- Aug 2-4, Southern MA
- Player package including including Knights T-shirt, shorts and hat
-Jersey's and socks
*if you have the reversable jersey you only need to buy socks!
*the cost for player package and uniforms will be paid seperately at the time of purchase
Cost: $630-3
$440-2
$225-1
**all players are required to purchase the reversable jersey (if you don't have it) plus the player package which is a seperate cost.
12 NH Knights Black
Head Coach: Darren Catalano
Coach Darren is back for his 2nd year with the Knights and coaches with the Cyclones in the winter. Afer playing college hockey at SNHU Coach Darren coached with the NH Avalanche and Knights Director Casey Kesselring for many years before he had his own son and started coaching his team.
Schedule
K-Cup June 7-9. Hudson, NH
Canada Day Cup June 28- July 1, Ottawa Ont
Summer Sizzler July 19-21, Hooksett, NH
- Player package including including Knights T-shirt, shorts and hat
-Jersey's and socks
*if you have the reversable jersey you only need to buy socks!
*the cost for player package and uniforms will be paid seperately at the time of purchase
Cost:
$630-3
$440-2
$225-1
**all players are required to purchase the reversable jersey (if you don't have it) plus the player package which is a seperate cost.
11 NH Knights
Head Coach: Cam McCusker
Coach McCusker is 95 Knights alum himself, currently the Head Coach at Cardigan Mountain. Cam played his prep hockey at St Pauls before moving on to play college hockey at Wesleyan College. After graduating he found himself back at Cardigan as a teacher and coach, one of the bright young coaches in prep hockey we are excited to have him back with the Knights.
Assitant Coach: Erik Richard: Coach Richard is currently coaching with the Ice Dogs and brings 25 plus years of playing and coaching experience to the Knights. He is dedicated to make sure the players have a great fun summer and compete at the highest level while having a lot of fun and growing as a player and person!
Schedule
Tropic Meltdown April 19-21
CCM Blue Chip May 17-19, Foxboro, MA
Boston Memorial Cup May 24-27, Boston, MA
Prep Cup June 14-16 Hudson, NH
Boston Elite Exposure, June 21-23, Bedford, MA
Mini Chowder Cup July July 12-14, Foxboro, MA
Summer Sizzler July 19-21, Hooksett, NH
Border Battle A Aug 2-4, Hudson, NH
CCM Summer Invite Aug 2-4, Walpole, MA
Border Battle Aug 9-11, Hudson, NH
-Jersey's will be provided
-player package optional
Cost: $225/tournament (except Mini Chowder)
$495 Mini Chowder Cup will include a 2 day camp before the tournament with College and Prep Coaches!!
10 NH Knights
Casey Kesselring Merrimack College '98
Coach Kesselring is one of the most experienced and respected coaches in New England. He played his college hockey at Merrimack College where he was Hockey East All Rookie Team, leading scorer 97, assistant captain 98 and currently sits 4th on the Division 1 scoring list and 17th on the all time scoring list. After signing with Calgary and playing 5 years in the minors where he was an ECHL all-star he settled in Southern NH. Over the past 18 years he has won 2 D1 state championships at Pinkerton Academy (10 years) and was a NE Prep Runner Up at New Hampton (6 years). Coach Kesselring is currently the Director of the Northern Cyclones Split Prep Program and also the Northeast Scout for Fargo in the USHL.
Schedule
Prep Cup June 14-16 Hudson, NH
Boston Elite Exposure, June 21-23, Bedford, MA
Mini Chowder Cup July July 12-14, Foxboro, MA
-Jersey's will be provided
-player package optional
Cost: Cost: $225/tournament (except Mini Chowder)
$495 Mini Chowder Cup will include a 2 day camp before the tournament with College and Prep Coaches!!
09 NH Knights
Head Coach: Casey Kesselring Merrimack College '98
Coach Kesselring is one of the most experienced and respected coaches in New England. He played his college hockey at Merrimack College where he was Hockey East All Rookie Team, leading scorer 97, assistant captain 98 and currently sits 4th on the Division 1 scoring list and 17th on the all time scoring list. After signing with Calgary and playing 5 years in the minors where he was an ECHL all-star he settled in Southern NH. Over the past 18 years he has won 2 D1 state championships at Pinkerton Academy (10 years) and was a NE Prep Runner Up at New Hampton (6 years). Coach Kesselring is currently the Director of the Northern Cyclones Split Prep Program and also the Northeast Scout for Fargo in the USHL.
Schedule
Prep Cup June 14-16 Hudson, NH
Boston Elite Exposure, June 21-23, Bedford, MA
Junior Chowder Cup July July 25-28, Foxboro, MA
-Jersey's will be provided
-player package optional
Cost: Cost: $225/tournament (except Jr Chowder)
$495 Jr Chowder Cup will include a 2 day camp before the tournament with College and Prep Coaches!!
08 NH Knights
Head Coach: Casey Kesselring Merrimack College '98
Casey Kesselring Merrimack College '98
Coach Kesselring is one of the most experienced and respected coaches in New England. He played his college hockey at Merrimack College where he was Hockey East All Rookie Team, leading scorer 97, assistant captain 98 and currently sits 4th on the Division 1 scoring list and 17th on the all time scoring list. After signing with Calgary and playing 5 years in the minors where he was an ECHL all-star he settled in Southern NH. Over the past 18 years he has won 2 D1 state championships at Pinkerton Academy (10 years) and was a NE Prep Runner Up at New Hampton (6 years). Coach Kesselring is currently the Director of the Northern Cyclones Split Prep Program and also the Northeast Scout for Fargo in the USHL.
Schedule
Prep Cup June 14-16 Hudson, NH
Boston Elite Exposure, June 21-23, Bedford, MA
Junior Chowder Cup July July 25-28, Foxboro, MA
-Jersey's will be provided
-player package optional
Cost: Cost: $225/tournament (except Jr Chowder)
$495 Jr Chowder Cup will include a 2 day camp before the tournament with College and Prep Coaches!!
U18 NH Knights (07 & 06)
Head Coach: Ryan Conery
Prep Cup June 14-16 Hudson, NH
No uniform cost, the team will be given jerseys for each tournament to use that they just hand in at the end of the tournament.
Cost: $225
U20 NH Knights
Head Coach: Ryan Conery
Schedule
Pre Draft May 10-12, Foxboro, MA
Sr Chowder Cup July 18-21, Foxboro MA
Cost: $250
Girls Teams
15 NH Knights
Head Coach: Ben Lovejoy-Coach Lovejoy played college hockey at Dartmouth before entering the pro hockey ranks where Lovejoy won a Stanley Cup with the Pittsburgh Penguins. Coach Lovejoy currently coaches with the Hanover Youth Program in the winter.
Chris Kyne- Chris has been an assistant coach with the Fitchburg State University Falcons (NCAA, Division 3) since 2006. He was the head coach at Leominster High School (2010-2012) and has been coaching youth hockey for the past five seasons. He currently coaches the East Coast Wizards (U12) and the Minuteman Flames (2015).
Schedule
1. Lady Shamrock April 26-28, Walpole MA
2. Lady Harrow June 21-23, Canton, MA
3. Girls Beantown July 19-21, Marlboro MA
- Player package including including Knights T-shirt, shorts and hat
-Jersey's and socks
*if you have the reversable jersey you only need to buy socks!
*the cost for player package and uniforms will be paid seperately at the time of purchase
Cost: $595
14 NH Knights
Head Coach: Chris Farrar
Coach Chris hopes to pass on the love and respect for the game of hockey to the next generation of young players. With two kids currently playing, he’s had the opportunity to coach both girls and co-ed at multiple levels and age groups. Currently coaching with the Minuteman Lady Flames out of Marlborough, MA.
Schedule
1. Lady Shamrock April 26-28, Walpole MA
2. Lady Harrow June 21-23, Canton, MA
3. Girls Beantown July 19-21, Marlboro MA
- Player package including including Knights T-shirt, shorts and hat
-Jersey's and socks
*if you have the reversable jersey you only need to buy socks!
*the cost for player package and uniforms will be paid seperately at the time of purchase
Cost: $595
13 NH Knights
Head Coach: Ben Lovejoy & Eric Prziepiorka
Coach Lovejoy and Prez were college teammates at Dartmouth before entering the pro hockey ranks where Lovejoy won a Stanley Cup with the Pittsburgh Penguins. Coach Lovejoy currently coaches with the Hanover Youth Program in the winter.
Coach Prez played in the ECHL before spending 8 years on Europe. Coach Prez was assistant coach at the New Hampton School for 5 years and is currently the assistant men's coach at Plymouth State University.
Schedule
1. Lady Shamrock April 26-28, Walpole MA
2. Ponytail June 7-9, Toronto Ont
3. PIP June 21-23, Rochester, NY
3. Girls Beantown July 19-21, Marlboro MA
- Player package including including Knights T-shirt, shorts and hat
-Jersey's and socks
*if you have the reversable jersey you only need to buy socks!
*the cost for player package and uniforms will be paid seperately at the time of purchase
Cost: $795
12 NH Knights
Head Coach: Clifford Mask
Heading into his 4th year with the NH Knights, Coach Mask brings years of coaching experience in youth hockey from Canada and New Hampshire to the NH Knights Program. He has coached in New Hampshire for several programs such as Plymouth JR Panthers, Seacoast Spartans, and the NH Avalanche including spring and summer tournament teams. His coaching contributions have resulted in provincial, state, league, and tournament championships. Growing up in both Chicago, Illinois and London, Ontario, he discovered an early interest in coaching within the O.M.H.A. system while playing Junior Hockey. Coach Mask opted out of the O.H.L. to play O.H.A. Junior B in pursuit of college hockey while achieving several playoff runs as well as a National Championship. He landed In Plymouth, New Hampshire playing for the Plymouth State Panthers as a goaltender and has called it home ever since with his wife Kelly, their daughter Riley, and Bauer their Labrador Retriever. Coach Mask enjoys being a part of an athlete's journey as they continually strive to develop their skills as a hockey player and teammate as well as an individual.
Schedule
1. Lady Shamrock April 26-28, Walpole MA
2. Montreal Pride May 24-26, Sherbroke, QC
3. Ponytail Challenge, June 7-9, Toronto, Ont
3. Girls Beantown July 19-21, Marlboro MA
- Player package including including Knights T-shirt, shorts and hat
-Jersey's and socks
*if you have the reversable jersey you only need to buy socks!
*the cost for player package and uniforms will be paid seperately at the time of purchase
Cost: $795
U12 Girls NH Knights
Head Coach:Taylor Wenzcowski
Taylor is the Director of the Girls program, a 97 alum herself and former Captain at UNH she is currently a member of the Boston Pride. She also runs TW Hockey Academy which provides skills and private lessons to boys and girls of all ages.
1. Tropics Meltdown April 19-21, Rockland MA
2. Lady Harrow June 21-23, Canton, MA
3. Swans Classic July 12-14, Middleton, MA
- Player package including including Knights T-shirt, shorts and hat
-Jersey's and socks
*if you have the reversable jersey you only need to buy socks!
*the cost for player package and uniforms will be paid seperately at the time of purchase
Cost: $595
11 NH Knights
Head Coach: Troy Dutton/ Rob Ordway - Coach Dutton and Ordway are back for year 2 with the 2011 group.
Schedule
1. Lady Shamrock April 26-28, Walpole MA
2. Montreal Pride May 24-26, Sherbroke QC
3. Ponytail Challenge, June 7-9, Toronto, Ont
3. Girls Beantown July 19-21, Marlboro MA
- Player package including including Knights T-shirt, shorts and hat
-Jersey's and socks
*if you have the reversable jersey you only need to buy socks!
*the cost for player package and uniforms will be paid seperately at the time of purchase
Cost: $795
10 NH Knights
Head Coach: Rick Laurendeau.
Coach Laurendeau has been coaching with the Knights for 12 years! A former college goalie at Plymouth State Coach Rick is great with the kids ensuring they are learning the game and having fun at the same time.
1. Lady Shamrock April 26-28, Walpole MA
2. Lady Harrow June 21-23, Canton, MA
3. Girls Beantown July 19-21, Marlboro MA
- Player package including including Knights T-shirt, shorts and hat
-Jersey's and socks
*if you have the reversable jersey you only need to buy socks!
*the cost for player package and uniforms will be paid seperately at the time of purchase
Cost: $595
U16 NH Knights
Head Coach:Taylor Wenczkowski
Taylor is the Director of the Girls program, a 97 alum herself and former Captain at UNH she is currently a member of the Boston Pride. She also runs TW Hockey Academy which provides skills and private lessons to boys and girls of all ages.
Schedule
1. Lady Shamrock April 26-28, Walpole MA
2. Lady Harrow June 21-23, Canton, MA
3. Girls Beantown July 19-21, Marlboro MA
- Player package including including Knights T-shirt, shorts and hat
-Jersey's and socks
*if you have the reversable jersey you only need to buy socks!
*the cost for player package and uniforms will be paid seperately at the time of purchase
Cost: $650
U19 NH Knights
Head Coach:Taylor Wenczkowski
Taylor is the Director of the Girls program, a 97 alum herself and former Captain at UNH she is currently a member of the Boston Pride. She also runs TW Hockey Academy which provides skills and private lessons to boys and girls of all ages.
Schedule
1. Lady Shamrock April 26-28, Walpole MA
2. Lady Harrow June 21-23, Canton, MA
3. Girls Beantown July 28-30, Marlboro MA
Cost: $650
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