Business Details
37 Years
experience
Elite Hockey Skills Development Camps Nationwide
Players Edge has been dedicated to hockey skills development for 37 years, offering specialized training programs for players from Mites to High School levels. Our founder, Mark Catron, brings decades of professional playing and coaching experience to our structured curriculum, which emphasizes skating, stickhandling, passing, and shooting techniques. We operate summer camps and shooting clinics nationwide, focusing on small-group instruction tailored to individual skill levels. Our programs include on-ice training, dryland exercises, and video analysis to ensure comprehensive skill development.We maintain a 8:15 AM to 2:00 PM daily schedule for most camps, with Friday sessions ending at noon. Participants receive personalized evaluations and custom gear, including a sublimated jersey and socks. Our family discount policy offers 10% off for multiple registrations. Full equipment is required for all programs, and we enforce strict cancellation policies to maintain program quality.
Services
Hockey Camps
Shooting Clinics
Skills Development
Goalie Training
Dryland Training
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- 37 years of specialized hockey skills development experience
- Small-group instruction based on age and skill level
- Comprehensive curriculum combining on-ice, dryland, and video training
- Personalized player evaluations with detailed feedback
- Nationwide locations with flexible scheduling options
Services
Hockey Camps
Our 5-day hockey camps focus on skating, stickhandling, passing, and shooting skills. Players receive 17 hours of on-ice training weekly, plus dryland drills and video analysis. Small groups ensure personalized instruction for ages 6-18.
Shooting Clinics
Three-hour shooting clinics cover wrist shots, snap shots, and breakaways. Instructors break down techniques for accuracy and power. Participants take hundreds of shots in game-like scenarios with immediate feedback.
Skills Development
Specialized programs improve individual hockey skills through structured drills. Focus areas include skating mechanics, puck control, and situational awareness. Training adapts to player experience levels from beginner to advanced.
Goalie Training
Dedicated goalie instruction covers positioning, saves, and puck-handling. Sessions include one-on-one drills and video review to address specific technique improvements for competitive goaltenders.
Dryland Training
Complementary dryland sessions enhance foot speed, hand-eye coordination, and agility. Team games like handball develop passing skills while improving overall athletic performance through structured movement drills.
People
Mark Catron
Founder
Mark Catron founded Players Edge after professional hockey playing and coaching careers. With over 37 years of experience, he specializes in youth skills development and has trained thousands of hockey players nationwide.
Questions
What age groups do your hockey camps serve?
Our programs cater to players from Mites through High School levels.
What equipment is required for participation?
Full hockey equipment is mandatory for all camp and clinic sessions.
Do you offer family discounts?
Yes, we provide a 10% discount for multiple family members registering.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations 30+ days before camp receive partial refunds; no refunds within 30 days.
Are there shooting clinics available outside summer months?
Yes, we offer one-day shooting clinics each December at multiple locations.