Hollydell Hurricanes 2012-2013 Head Coaches
Ben Ansuini-Havoc Mite 1
Ben has been involved with Hollydell since 1995 when his older son played in our programs. He has assisted with
many of our programs such as our Learn to Skate and Learn to Play Hockey programs and he has been coaching in our
Little NHL and Limited Travel leagues the last few years. His Hollydell Havoc Limited Travel team finished 2 nd in two
recent tournaments in Delaware this season. They also finished 1 st in skating and stick handling competitions in 201011. He has also participated as a player in Hollydell’s adult leagues for over 8 seasons.
Coach Ben believes in aggressive practices and patience. His emphasis on the fundamentals of the game along with
hard work and conditioning, has led to a strong, disciplined and successful hockey team. The "players don’t have to be
the best; they just have to try their best in order to be successful". Coach Ben believes that when the children step on
the ice, it should be a happy and memorable learning experience. He is a positive and effective role model.
Tom Bunting-Havoc Mite 2
30 years of playing experience.Started my youth hockey career with the Gladiator Hockey Club (Squirt-Midget).Played
one season of Junior hockey with the Gladiators in 1993.Captained an Atlantic District Champion and Regional runner
up at the Bantam level in 1990.Played on multiple DVHL championship teams and Atlantic District finalists.Played in
a variety of Men's leagues over the last 15 years.
Head Coach of the Hollydell Selects Mite AA.Coached the Hollydell Havoc Atoms in 2011-12.Assistant with the
Gloucester Catholic JV team in 2011-12.Assisted with Learn to Skate,Learn to Play and Little NHL programs at
Hollydell.Currently coaching Hollydell Selects 2004 AAA team.
I have primarily worked with young players as a coach.I believe the most important role of a coach at the mite level is
to develope skating skills.Skating is the foundation of every good player and thats my primary focus.All of my practice
time is spent on fundamentals.My goal is to have each player ready for the next level of youth hockey and develope a
love for the game.
Joe Gori-Squirt A
Joe is currently a hockey instructor for the Hollydell Ice Arena. He has been a
head coach for Hollydell Hurricanes since the 2006 season. Joe has played
for the Plattsburgh State University Cardinals (New York) and the Dauphin
Kings Junior team of the Manitoba Major Junior Hockey Leauge. Joe grew up in Washington Twp.
and played for the Gladiators Youth Hockey Organization and the Little Flyers AAA Tier 1 Hockey
Club. Joe also played for the Washington Twp. High School Varsity club hockey team. Joe has been a
Hockey Dynamics camp instructor since 2002. Joe has been the head coach for the Gloucester Catholic JV team and an
assistant coach for the varsity team for the last two seasons.
Chris Brosius-Squirt B
Chris was the head coach of one of the Hollydell Havoc Mite B Limited Travel teams last season. His team had a very
successful season which concluded with a first place finish in a Mite B tournament hosted in Delaware. He is currently
coaching one of the Spring Limited Travel Squirt teams.
Chris has a true passion for the game of hockey. He has 15 years of playing experience in various men’s hockey
leagues. His coaching philosophy emphasizes skating hard, playing as a team, and having fun while learning the
game. In addition to a primary focus on developing solid skating skills, he also believes in teaching positioning with a
strong emphasis on defense from all positional players. Chris believes success is based on these fundamentals: hustle,
heart and smart “on-ice” hockey decisions.
Vince Capone-Peewee AA
Vince has been with the Hollydell Ice Arena as a Coach the past 3 seasons, coaching the ages of Pee-Wee and Bantam.
In addition to his duties as a Hurricane Coach he is an instructor for the Hollydell Learn to Play and Skate clinics. Prior
to his coaching career Vince played in the local area for the Hurricanes, Team Comcast, and the Philadelphia Little
Flyers. Vince has a few goals when he takes on a team, One: Have Fun, Two: Teach the kids new aspects of the game,
and Third: Team building through hard work. Vince is a recent Rowan University graduate with a degree in Finance
and currently resides in Deptford.
Jim Milliken-Peewee A
Jim Milliken, 39, is a life-long player and student of the game of hockey. He began his career at Rizzo Rink in South
Philadelphia and landed in the men’s leagues at Hollydell since 1997. He began coaching at the Mite level at Rizzo for
his two youngest boys in 2006. He joined the Hollydell Hurricanes coaching staff last year with the Squirts and has
been a welcome addition. His emphasis on the fundamentals of the game along with hard work and conditioning, has
led to a strong, disciplined and successful hockey team. His willingness to adjust his team’s system based on their
strengths and weaknesses has been the one of the main reasons for his success. He’s considered a player’s coach but
one who demands 100% from his players, 100% of the time. At the squirt level, he has challenged the boys to take their
game to the “next level” by introducing them to the various systems, strategies and styles of play that can be used to
their advantage on every shift.
His motto is: “Our goal is to out-muscle them and out-hustle them, but more importantly, out-smart them”.
Roger Wellens- Peewee B
Roger started paying at the age of 7. Played mite thru midget at the A and AA level for the Gladiators, Glaciers,
Wilmington Wheels and Haverford Hawks. 4 years Varsity hockey at Eustace and college hockey at St. Michael's in
VT. Roger was an asst. coach '96-'98 for the Hollydell Ducks midget in-house team. He ran practices for the Havoc
PeeWee team for the '09-'10 season. Winter Learn to Skate, PeeWee B Head Coach '11-'12 Season. We had a 31-15-4
record, went 12-6-2 in league play and missed playoffs by 2 points. We were 21-4-2 from Dec on with two of the
losses against A teams. The PeeWee B's won their last 2 tournaments of the season: Flight on Ice and the Liberty Cup.
I believe the most important aspect of hockey is skating. If you don't have a strong skating foundation the other skills
necessary to play at a high level will not develop. The first 25 min. of each full ice practice consists of skating drills
and conditioning. Last season we pulled away from teams by the end of the 2nd period because we were out skating
them. I emphasize a Will over Skill approach to the game. A less talented team that outworks their opponent has a
good chance at winning the game. It's my responsibility to develop the skill and if you combine hard work with skill
you will have a good team. Very aggressive puck pursuit is part of every game plan. Minimizing your opponents time
and space will lead to turnovers and scoring opportunities. I make sure the kids understand the importance of
respect. Every time you enter a rink and step on the ice you are representing the Hurricanes, your parents and most
importantly yourself. Respect the facilities, refs, coaches, teammates and opponents. The best way to do this is to
work hard every shift.
Guy Gaudreau-Bantam AA
Director of Hockey Operations for the Hollydell Ice Arena and the Hollydell
Hurricanes. Former Tier 1 Head Coach for the Philadelphia Little Flyers from 2001-2008
and the Gladiator Legion Youth Hockey Organization. Founding member of the Hollydell Hurricanes Youth Travel
Hockey Club along with Jim McVey. He is head coach for the Hollydell Hurricanes Coaching Committee and Head
Instructor for the Hurricanes Conditioning Camp, Hockey Dynamics Summer Camp, and Power Skating Development
for the Hollydell Ice Arena. Member of the Norwich University Hall of Fame.
Russell Welsh III – Bantam A
Russ Hass been playing ice hockey for 15 years.
Played for Penn State Brandywine D2 club for a year.
Played youth hockey with the Hurricanes for 13 years.
Lettered for Gloucester Catholic Varsity Ice Hockey 3 times.
Head coach for Gloucester Catholic JV in 2011-2012 season along with Assisting Guy Gaudreau with Varsity. Russ
was also an assistant to Joe Gori with the Squirt Patriot team for 2011-2012 season.
TBD-Bantam B
Frank Quinn-Midget U16-AA
Level 4 ( Advanced)
Frank is a non-parent coach who implements a well structured on and off ice program. He has coach for the past ten
years from Pee-Wee to the Midget AA level.
His philosophy is hard work, commitment, and hockey is a team sport. Last season Frank was the head coach of the
Midget Major A team.
Mike Peters-Midget U16-A
Michael played youth hockey through the Wilmington Wheels and Gladiators organizations, as well as skating with
Shawnee High School. Michael was introduced to coaching as an assistant coach with the Hollydell house youth
program and Women’s hockey teams in 2002-2004. Michael is also a coach with the Americans Women’s hockey club
supporting the organization’s development program.
Michael’s coaching philosophy begins with creating an inclusive environment, focused on the successes that come with
effort and teamwork. At the squirt level of hockey we will continue to develop the basic technical skills and knowledge
of the game and most importantly encourage the building of individual character through sportsmanship
TBD-Midget U16-A2
We have a few quality coaches that would coach this team. We will make a decision once the tryout process is
underway and we have a better idea of player turnout.
Jim McVey-Midget U18-A
Founding member of the Hollydell Hurricanes Youth Travel Hockey Club along with Guy Gaudreau.
Jim has been involved in coaching ice hockey for over 20 years. Began coaching as an assistant for Shawnee High
School Varsity and JV teams from 1988 to 1991. Assisted with clinic instruction at Hollydell since 1992. Began
coaching house and travel teams for Hollydell since 1998. Has been a Hurricanes head coach since 2001. Coached the
Hurricanes U16-A1 team in 2009-2010 and came in first place in their division. Jim has also been an assistant coach for
the Gloucester Catholic JV team for the last two seasons. USA Hockey Certified Referee for 15 years. Served as an
Off-Ice Game Official for 10 years for the AHL Philadelphia Phantoms. Currently holds a Level 4 certification.
Attended the Level 5 Master Seminar in Grand Rapids, Michigan in 2005. Last season, the Hurricanes U18-A team
finished second place in the NJYHL south division, won the Silver Stick regional tournament in Maryland, won the
championship in the NJYHL Midget playoffs.
John Donahue-Midget U18-AA
John Donahue was born and raised in southern Connecticut and played for the Mid-Fairfield Youth Hockey
organization as a player. He went on to play high school hockey in Connecticut and led his team to a state
championship. He was an attraction for many NCAA teams in hockey and also lacrosse. He chose Nichols College for
a very simple reason; he was allowed to play both sports. He won many awards at Nichols including Outstanding
Athlete and MVP in both sports. He graduated with a BSBA and continues to devote his passion towards business and
sports.
For the past 15 years, John was the head coach of the Jaguars U18AA program. He is the only U188 AA coach that
has brought his team to playoffs every season. There are trophies and banners to prove it. John has graduated players
to every level of competence (NHL, AHL, NCAA, ACHA, Junior A and Collegiate prep). He is a mentor and also a
student of the game. John is very concerned about what happens to his players when they leave youth hockey and
maintains a close relationship with his alumni. In his words, “It’s a small window, enjoy it, get the best of it and be a
leader and win. Don’t look back and say should have or could have.” His players have formed a fraternity that
culminates in an annual alumni game that brings together an impressive group of fine and decent young men.
John lives in Medford, NJ with his wife (Linda) and daughter (Nicole). He has no children involved in ice hockey. He
is the Director of Freight Industry Solutions for Computer Sciences Corporation based out of Virginia.