Testimonials
Our daughter has a 'bad' hockey birthday. She has always had to compete against older girls. At this year's tryouts there were many more girls than available spots. We had taken our daughter to Evolution after talking to some other hockey parents who recommended Scott and his staff wholeheartedly. She worked with him and his staff once a week for about 2 months. What a difference it made! She was more confident and she transformed into a leader on her team. She made the team she wanted and we're sure Scott and the staff at Evolution helped her elevate her game and also her love for the game. Oh by the way, we drive 35 miles each way to get to Evolution. They're worth it. Scott, Linda and the Staff at Evolution.... Thank you!
- A. K.
Scott is the best! My son has learned so much from him in a short period of time. I only wish we would have found him sooner. He is so skilled and knows how to deal with the kids. My son has never worked harder and always wants to come back. We love Scott and the whole staff at Evolution Hockey!!
- Mary S.
Scott is an amazing coach/instructor who inspires young hockey players like me to want to excel in the sport of hockey. He inspires you to never give up and to always keep working. I have not been playing competitive hockey for long, but when I started to I found Scott, who has really brought my game to the next level. Now I have been given the opportunity to play along side some very good players most of whom also train with Scott. Thank you Scott, and Evolution Hockey!
- Daniel K
Scott is the best instructor I have had. I love doing the treadmill, training with Scott, and going on the ice to do lessons. I like training at Evolution Hockey and it ROCKS!
– Matt. B
All my three sons (ages 7, 9, and 14) have been getting lessons from Scott for about ten months now. Already after the first month I could see the difference! My oldest son made the Tier 1 team for the first time ever as a result. Scott is an incredible coach with amazing hockey skills and very impressive teaching and bonding abilities with kids. I would recommend Scott to anyone who’s looking to take their hockey skills to the next ‘evolutionized’ level.
– P.S
Scott is a superb coach, trainer, mentor, and role model for young athletes wishing to improve their hockey skills and gain a love and knowledge for the game. Scott was my son Julian Tallier’s mini mite coach and from that moment on my son developed a love and passion for hockey. Under Scott’s guidance and training, Julian is now a AAA hockey player excelling in the sport. I would highly recommend Scott and his new organization for all aspiring athletes wanting to participate in the sport of hockey.
– Joseph Tallier
Both of my sons, who are in the Prep schools playing varsity hockey, have benefited tremendously from Scott’s instructions on ice and off ice. Every lesson was unique and innovative. Scott has elevated their hockey abilities and skills to enable them to compete at the most difficult levels. The skating and stick handling drills that Scott put my sons through paid off in the long run and helped them to continue to enjoy hockey
– Nathan Shoykhet
My son Trent, who plays Pee Wee Hockey for the North Jersey Avalanche, has been taking private and semi-private lessons with Scott for about six months. Scott’s demeanor and coaching skills are what keeps us coming back. Scott puts a heavy emphasis on proper skating techniques, and his drills are designed to help the boys apply those techniques in game-like situations. He gets them to think about what they are doing with each drill and how it will affect them and their team on the ice. What I appreciate is that Scott will stop a drill if it is not being done properly, because he wants him to learn it the right way. Trent loves being on the ice with Scott, and he has become a better skater and all-around hockey player as a result. Most importantly, as a parent I trust Scott with my son. He is patient, never yells, and creates a positive and fun atmosphere for him to learn the game of hockey.
– Tom S. Park Ridge, NJ
Scott makes my lessons fun. He teaches you everything you need to know without yelling. He knows exactly how hard to push you. He Rocks!
– Chloe, Age 10
The most important thing Scott has taught my daughter is how to have fun playing hockey. He has a unique ability to connect with kids. Making kids work hard to maximize their ability in a fun environment is a great combination that Scott has perfected.
– Robert
Scott is a highly skilled coach who really cares about how his players improve. Our practices were always upbeat and we had a lot of fun when we skated together. Scott is a great mentor and someone who will help improve and guide your hockey skills.
– Matt K.
Scott has coached my son for approximately four years and is terrific! He has an excellent mastery of ice hockey skating skills and the game. He communicates it clearly to the kids. Scott’s practices incorporate new and old drills so the kids are always engaged and he’s got the personality that makes the kids really want to skate hard and learn.
– Jill L.
As parents, we have been so thrilled to have the caliber of hockey coach that Scott is, right in our own ‘backyard’! Not only has Scott taught both of our sons how to skate, he keeps challenging them to achieve their full potential on the ice, and encourages them to do so every time they skate with him. Scott not only makes it fun, he gets them to work hard while enjoying and appreciating the sport. He is always creating different drills each time they skate with him, and they seem to learn new skills consistently. From the first time our 10 year old got on the ice at 6 yrs old and fell non-stop, Scott never let him lose his confidence, and has made him the very proficient and skillful hockey player that he is today. Our now 6 yr old is on his big brother’s heels and we have Scott to thank for both their love and passion of the sport that provides us with great family time and enjoyment!
– Dawn and Armando Diaz
As a parent, I struggled with observing my 10 year old son make the same mistakes over and over again. After the first clinic with Scott, I could see a dramatic improvement in my son’s play. The ability to correct mistakes by not only teaching, but also explaining why things have to be done a certain way, makes the drills interesting and keeps us coming back. Top notch instruction! Thanks Scott!
– Joe Ragno
My son just loves training sessions with Scott. His coaching is fun, effective and intense. I will be keeping my son with his program.
– S. Jin
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