A heart felt Thank You to the SIA organization for the many kindnesses and courtesies
extended to our club. Without your benevolence in allowing the use of your building, many of
our budding athletes would not have the opportunity to develop to their full potential. We are
grateful for allowing us the opportunity to help our kids and bring a viable work ethic / reward
example into their young lives. Hopefully, we can maintain this endeavor for some time



Son Liam plays on the Squirt team under Coach Rich Dicksen. Neil’s unending patience &
diligence has made this web site possible. His knowledge & insight with respect to building the
site was indispensable. As it continues to evolve, please recognize Mr. Butler’s tremendous
contribution!



Son Jacob plays for the Pee Wee team under Coach Albanese. Tim got hold of my wish list &
through a fortuitous set of circumstances, became the gateway from which the file cabinets,
lockers, chairs, and a whole plethora of other miscellaneous office supplies & basic logistical
needs were met. He continues to scout for “stuff” that will enhance our operating environment.
Please acknowledge Tim when you see him!



Son C.J. is a new member of the Pee Wee team playing for Coach Albanese. Tim’s forte is in
the security business. After seeing what we have in the facility & the archaic alarm system I was
attempting to resurrect, he offered to donate a state of the art wireless system to facilitate
security at the gym. His team spent 2 days humping to get us up to snuff. We were previously
going to be thrilled to have a simple local alarm. We are now hooked up into a network that
constantly monitors our investments & will provide timely police response when necessary!
Please patronize his company should you have any security needs.
Thanks a ton T.J.



Son “Tony” is playing on the house Pee Wee team under coach Sal. Bob is a graphic artist and
has his own business “Signs of Distinction”. He also does general home improvements &
repairs. Painting is Bob’s forte and shortly, you will be seeing his handiwork on the front of our
building. He has volunteered his time to help paint the floor of the gym & has spent several
days helping us achieve our goal. As the economy grows tighter, it would be really appreciated
if you could look to Bob for any of your sign requirements.



Son Owen plays goalie for the mite Bronze team. Thank you for thinking of the club and
soliciting the donation of the Wieder weight machine, folding tables & chairs, weights, bars,
benches, and other items that will certainly add a positive dimension to the depth of our training.


I would also like to especially thank
Dave Gully, Mike Baker, Joe Frankenbach and the
Board for their continuing support of this endeavor.

I would be terribly remiss if I failed to extend a huge GRACIAS to Mount Carmel
Coach Mark
Bandzi
. We have worked together to get this place to where it is today & through his efforts &
those of the Mt. Carmel Father’s club…
in particular Ron Ward, much of the finished product would not exist.

I need to extend KUDOS to my coaching staff –
Marianne Zarzecki & Shelly Maynard for their
support, insight, & patience as I fly around trying to get everything done.
You guys are the best!!!!


Lastly and certainly not least, my family –
Bonnie, Ryan & Connor
who have done without daddy so that I could spend some time away from home for the benefit
of all who use the facility.
The purpose of this page is to acknowledge those persons who, through
great individual efforts, have made a significant contribution to the
success of the St. Jude Off-Ice program:
Strength & Conditioning
for Tomorrow's future Hockey Players