SC Flyers | coaching staff
DARCY HODGE
Darcy has been a skills coach, a head coach and has been the IHA general manager for the past five years. He is a Hockey Canada High Performance 1 Certified coach and did own, and operate, the largest hockey skills academy in Sherwood Park, Alberta for 11 years. Working with upwards of 375 kids a year, he developed position-specific training programs with several of his athletes moving on to the NHL, AHL, European Pro, NCAA, CIS, and all levels of junior hockey in Canada.
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SMBAT DEFTERDERIAN
I grew up here in Southern California and spent most of my youth inside of ice rinks. I fell in love with the game at an early age and have dedicated my life to it ever since. I have been fortunate enough to play in international competitions, Juniors for the Valencia Flyers, and ultimately at the NCAA level at Worcester State University in Massachusetts.
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PAVEL SISAK
Athletic Director | 16AAA, 14AA (1) & 14AA(2) Head Coach
Pavel Sisak was born and raised in Slovakia has competed at the International level alongside current NHL players. Pavel worked with young hockey players on individual and team basis in Slovakia before coming to the United States, for the last 10 years, coaching in Southern California where he built a winning youth hockey program that advances players to the next level.
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ARAM DEFTERDERIAN
I started playing hockey at the age of 8 in Los Angeles and haven’t stepped away since. Hockey has played a huge role in my life with some incredible experiences, friends, and life lessons. Long before I stopped playing competitive hockey, I knew I had to give back to the game and the great hockey community that gave me so much. I started my journey as a hockey coach and have been able to grow my passion for hockey even more since.
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JAKE STIRZEL
I am committed to helping grow athletes to become better both on and off the ice. I look to teach athletes the important qualities of respect, sportsmanship, work ethic, teamwork, goal setting, and responsibility that will help them grow as better athletes and better people.
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TOM DUMA
For me the game of hockey is the ultimate team game and I want to guide individuals into becoming the ultimate teammate along with being the best player they can be. To achieve this, I like to stress the importance of setting goals, and I believe a destination is not a goal, the process should be the goal.
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LUKE MEAD
Barry Bartholomay
Nick Gallo
Mateo Bejarano
CALEB MEAD
Caleb has a deep passion and understanding for the game, especially the position of Goaltender. He has shifted his focus to coaching and helping other hard-working goaltenders continue to develop their skills and love for the sport.
BEN DEL LA TORRE
My passion for functional fitness was ignited in late 2007 and its fire has been fueled by a passion for fitness ever since. I attained my Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology at CSULB just prior to moving to the Santa Clarita Valley. I strive to show that Functional Fitness and strength training – at their core and elements – are meant for everyone.
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ASSISTANT COACHES
Taylor Hickman
Rustin rashidi
Colby Mead
David Smith
Sam Stickley
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About SC Flyers
The Santa Clarita Flyers Hockey Club is committed to establishing an athletic experience that enriches and empowers the youth of our community through hockey. We strive to develop committed athletes on and off the ice, who are of character and integrity and will positively influence their communities throughout their lifetimes.