3rd Quarter - 2026 Edition

Instructor Profile

Ethan Lund

Ethan Lund grew up in Calgary and has enjoyed an impressive hockey career, including two national championships with the Brooks Bandits, NCAA Division I hockey at Niagara University, and professional hockey in the SPHL. Ethan will continue his professional hockey career in France with the Montpellier Vipers.

After first joining Tucker Hockey in 2020, Ethan returned as an On Ice Instructor in the Summer of 2026, sharing his experience and passion for skating and skill development with younger players. He especially enjoys seeing players build confidence, overcome challenges, and discover the excitement of improving their game, while emphasizing that skating is the foundation of hockey development.

Outside of hockey, Ethan enjoys fitness, golf, travel, finance, and spending time with family and friends, with future goals of continuing his professional hockey career while building a career in finance and wealth management.

Read more on Ethan HERE!

Summer 2026

Re Cap

Our Summer 2026 on ice marathon is now complete! We were honoured to have so many players join us for hockey development from Tuesday August 4th to Saturday September 12th, 2026.

Here is a Recap:

• 3 Rinks 
• 3 Off Ice Support Staff
• 6 Weeks of Hockey Development
• 10 Different On Ice Skills Curriculums
• 16 On Ice Instructors
• 20 Skills Development Programs 
• 24 Development On Ice Summer Evenings 
• 80 On Ice Sessions / Practice Plans
• 500 + On Ice Skills Drills
• 1,000 + Happy Players / Parents

Many Fond Memories & Fun Times - Simply Priceless - “Making a Difference”!!

We Want Your Feedback!

Please complete the below Tucker Hockey Summer Program Survey no later then October 15, 2026.

If you have any program suggestions, email programs@tuckerhockey.com. We appreciate your feedback!

Tucker Tips

Forward Striding -

Good Technique

What is the

Proper

Arm Swing?

We are what we

repeatedly do –

excellence then –

is not an act –

but a habit.

~ Aristotle

For many years there has been a great deal of discussion, debate and confusion over arm swing has it relates to forward striding.

What are the correct biomechanics for forward skating especially when it relates to correct arm swing?

Tucker Hockey

Classic Awards

Quarterly Awards

Bradley Mersereau Memorial

Adult Award:

2026 Q3 Recipient

Tim Flaman

Read more on Tim HERE!

Danny Cammack Memorial

Minor Award:

2026 Q3 Recipient

Rowan Crosina

Read more on Rowan HERE!

Yearly Awards

David Mahoney On Ice Head Instructor Leadership Award

2025 Recipient

Bobby Zinkan

Read more on Bobby HERE!

Lyle Hanna On Ice Assistant Instructor Memorial Award

2025 Recipient

Trent Corbett

Read more on Trent HERE!

Ern Rideout On Ice Apprentice Instructor Memorial Award

2025 Recipient

Nic Morency

We are very happy to acknowledge participants and instructors

who love the game as much

as we do through our

Tucker Hockey Classic Awards.

Bradley Mersereau Memorial 2026 Q3

Adult Award Recipient

Tim Flaman

Tim Flaman with

Head On Ice Instructor

Coach Frank

Tim Flaman is the recipient of the Bradley Mersereau Memorial Adult Award for Q3 2026, recognizing his dedication and commitment to improving his hockey and skating skills.

After initially taking up hockey later in life to keep up with his son, Tim joined Tucker Hockey in 2015 and has continued participating in one to two programs each year ever since.

Over the years, his skating has improved tremendously, making recreational hockey even more enjoyable while providing a great source of exercise, friendship, and fun.

Tucker Hockey is proud of Tim’s long-standing loyalty and dedication and congratulates him on this well-deserved recognition!

Sport Calgary's 2026 Celebration of Sport

Big Games,

Bigger Impact:

What Legacy Will We Leave Behind?

Tucker Hockey's Head Instructor Damian Miah and Assistant Business Manager Candace DiGiacomo enjoyed an afternoon at Spruce Meadows for Sport Calgary's Celebration of Sport.

The theme “Big Games. Bigger Impact.” sparked discussion about the lasting legacy of major sporting events in Calgary. While events like the X Games, the Grey Cup, and the 2028 World Cup of Hockey can inspire young athletes, the greater opportunity is turning that inspiration into access through facilities, programs, coaches, volunteers, and community support.

The importance of initiatives such as GamePLAN encourages Calgary’s sporting community to work together to ensure future generations have opportunities to participate, discover new sports, and develop lifelong skills.

Ultimately, the legacy of big games isn’t just the event itself—it’s the young people inspired to dream, participate, and eventually help inspire the next generation.

Score More

• Part 1

Building Your

Shooting Toolbox

Cole Caufield celebrating a goal, he finished this past season 2^nd in scoring for the entire NHL with 51 goals.

He is showing just how much he loves to score goals.

Score More Part 1:

Building Your Shooting Toolbox emphasizes that great goal scorers develop a variety of shooting techniques, releases, footwork, and deceptive movements rather than relying on one powerful shot.

Players are encouraged to build strong fundamentals with wrist shots, snapshots, and backhands, then add adaptability by shooting while skating, changing direction, deking, and shooting from different positions.

The article also highlights the importance of learning from elite NHL shooters and developing a “next shot” mentality, understanding that even the best goal scorers miss far more shots than they score.

With consistent practice, creativity, and confidence, players can build a versatile shooting toolbox that becomes instinctive when game situations arise.

Shoot More.

Build Confidence.

Score More.

Danny Cammack

2026 Q3

Memorial Minor

Award Recipient

Rowan Crosina

Head On Ice Instructor Sheila with Rowan

Rowan Crosina, 11, has been selected as the 2026 Q3 Minor Hockey – Danny Cammack Memorial Award Recipient in recognition of his dedication, positive attitude, and commitment to hockey development.

After joining Tucker Hockey for Spring 3-on-3, Rowan quickly became a fan of the program, appreciating its organization, coaching, and focus on skill improvement.

He loves hockey for its teamwork and the relationships he builds with teammates, while continually setting goals and working hard to improve his game.

Outside of hockey, Rowan enjoys science and math, tennis, running, travelling, and video games.

Congratulations Rowan on being selected for the Danny Cammack Memorial Award!

Q3 2026 Poll Question

Results from Q2 2026 Poll

Who will go first in upcoming NHL draft?

Results from the poll:

Gavin McKenna - 72%

Carson Carels - 9%

Viggo Bjorck - 5%

Daxon Rudolph - 4%

Tynan Lawrence - 3%

Chase Reid - 2%

Ivar Stenberg - 2%

Albert Smits - 1%

Caleb Malhotra - 1%

Other - 1%

Editor's Note:

Yes, Gavin McKenna was selected No: 1 by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft. He worked hard over the off season to prepare for a good season with the Leafs. What Leaf fans will see is a skilled teenager who has impressed management and teammates alike while playing on a line with John Tavares and William Nylander, collecting one assist in two preseason games. Gavin will wear No: 92 this NHL season.  

FALL HOCKEY

Don't Miss out on Calgary's Premier Hockey Development this Fall!

During the Fall we offer many PD Day programs for Minor Hockey Players and two Adult Hockey development programs

Don't be disappointed - register TODAY to secure your spot!

We look forward

to seeing you at the

rink in 2026!

Adult Group

Program Testimonial

I recently attended the Adult Fundamentals and Specialty Skills programs. I really enjoyed the sessions and the coaching; I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. I’m grateful that Tucker Hockey provides programs for Adults who want to better their hockey skills and have more fun playing the game.

Finding quality coaching programs for those who have aged out of minor hockey or who are finding hockey later in life can be challenging. Tucker Hockey does an incredible job of meeting players where they are. Having played house league for 10 years, and men’s league for another 20, I was going into the programs with an open mind ready to correct my built-up bad habits and take in new learnings. My last couple of seasons have felt a little blah, I felt slower, less effective, and less engaged in the play.

I found the program structure really valuable, and I loved the focus on repetition and progression, it was a perfect approach to break down any bad habits and reinforce the proper mechanics. Through the 16 sessions, I picked up new skills, polished a LOT of old ones, and have a renewed vigor for hockey.

I wanted to express my sincere gratitude to Rex, Ron, Jimmy, Frank, Bobby, Mike, Korwin, Carter, Faith, and Alannah for all your guidance, professionalism, and passion for what you do. You helped reignite my passion for hockey and I’m feeling more confident than ever going into this upcoming season.

For any player of any skill level, I would highly recommend Tucker Hockey for your hockey development needs. Thanks so much!

~ Andrew L. – Spring 2024

Minor Group

Program Testimonial

“I just wanted to say thanks to all the instructors for helping Sidney so much over the past few weeks as he transitions into hockey and retires his snowboard. He is very excited for his hockey season to start! Take care and thank you again.”



~ Orrin D., parent to Sidney – Summer 2024

Hockey Zones Newsletter is Celebrating it's 22nd Anniversary This Year!! 🎉🎉🎉

Managing Editor:

• Rex Tucker

Publisher:

• Candace DiGiacomo

Layout & Design:

• Candace DiGiacomo

Official Photographer:

• Terence Leung

Contributing Writers:



• Rex Tucker
• Tara Flannery
• Candace DiGiacomo
• Damian Miah

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