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Cougars

The Cougars are a Tier II youth ice hockey club. We are committed to developing fundamental skills in all players and emphasize sportsmanship, team play, knowledge of the game, and fun. Our teams range from 6/8U through 18U. We participate in the Delaware Valley Hockey League (DVHL). 

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2025-26 Season Program Details

Location, times, and other details you'll need to attend Tryouts and Evaluations. Learn more about our program and benefits included club membership.

Trophy Case

Our season and tournament wins along with DVHL player awards.

Head Coaches and Hockey Committee

Get to know our head coaches and committee members.

Teams

View DVHL schedules, standings, rosters, and stats for our teams.

Goalie Training

Learn more about our goalie training program.

Coaching and Manager Requirements

Steps to obtaining coaching and team manager clearances.

Tryouts and Evaluations are over, but we still have a few spots available

  • Email Kelly Figueroa at kfigueroa7@me.com to discuss if your player would be a good fit for one of our teams.
     

  • We have limited openings at levels 10U through 16U.
     

  • Our 8U teams have open enrollment, and we welcome you to register.

Program Details and News

6/8 U
10U
12U
12U/14U Limited
14U
16U
18U
Birth Years
2016, 2017 & 2018
2014 & 2015
2012 & 2013
2010, 2011, 2012 & 2013
2010 & 2011
2008 & 2009
2006 & 2007
Skater Fees
$800
$1,650
$1,650
$1,500
$1,800
$1,800
$1,800
Goalie Fees
$800
$825
$0
$0
$900
$900
$900
Number of Games
20-30+
35+
35+
20+
35+
35+
35+
Practices per Week**
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
DVHL Placement Tournament
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
N/A
N/A
Club-Wide Travel Tournament
No
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
CCSC Practice Jerseys
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Monthly Skills/ Power Skating Sessions
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Summer Practice
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Goalie Dr.***
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Unlimited Skate Sharpening
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Open Hockey
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Family Membership
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Family Skate
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sibling Discount
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes

Goalie Training

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Matt Tendler

The Goalie Doctor

Matt Tendler has over 20 years of playing experience. He played for the Philadelphia Little Flyers Junior A in the Atlantic Junior Hockey League from 2003 till 2007. He then went on to play for the Brockville Braves in the Central Junior A Hockey League from 2007 to 2009. From Brockville, Tendler played NCAA hockey with the Neumann University DIII program. In 2009, Tendler was a part of the NCAA National Championship winning team, first in the school's history. After completion of his senior season, Tendler signed with the Hershey Bears of the American Hockey League. Tendler spent the last month of the season with the team before returning to school for graduation, where he earned an Accounting and Business degree. Matt has coached goaltenders of all ages and skill level for over 10 years. His coaching experience includes working as a head instructor at the Vladislav Tretiak Goalie School in Toronto, head instructor with the PJ Diana Goalie School, and running his own camps out of Ice Works. In the past few years, he's had the privilege of working with Philadelphia Flyers alum Bernie Parent.

  • CCSC is proud to partner with Goalie Doctor, Matt Tendler
     

  • Goalie Doctor will be at all practices bi-weekly for small-group goalie instruction
     

  • Additional clinics will be offered throughout the season, and goalies will have access to individualized attention and coaching

2024-25 Cougars Head Coaches

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6/8U Head Coach 

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Adam Blaine

10U Head Coach

I’m fortunate to have been introduced to this great game at an early age, starting my hockey journey in the DVHL, advancing through to Prep School, Junior, and Collegiate levels. My coaching journey began immediately following college, and includes experience working with players 8U through college, and every age and skill level in between. Coaching and working with hockey players remain a passion. Watching players grow, improve, and develop not only as athletes but as individuals is what motivates me every day in the rink. My goal has always been to make a positive impact on players, both on and off the ice, and I look forward to continuing that journey with our 10U athletes this season.

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Joe O'Reilly

12U Head Coach

I am filled with excitement and enthusiasm to be selected as the 12U Head Coach for this season. It is truly an honor to be part of such a dedicated and passionate hockey community. This marks my fourth-year coaching, and each season continues to reinforce my deep appreciation for the sport and the incredible bonds it creates. When I first started coaching, it didn’t take long for me to feel welcome and encouraged to contribute to an already thriving hockey family. The Barn is more than just a rink—it’s a place where players, families, and coaches come together to support one another, learn, and most importantly, have fun playing hockey. 12U is a pivotal age in a player’s hockey journey, where they begin to refine critical aspects of the game while also developing confidence and camaraderie. I look forward to being part of that process, helping each player grow both on and off the ice. I’m excited for the season ahead and can’t wait to get started. Let’s go, Cougars!

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Eric Figuroa

14U Head Coach

I am truly excited and honored to be named the head coach of the 14U team for 2025-2026 season again. CCSC has felt like our hockey family from Day 1. Both of my children have learned to skate at the club from an early age. We’ve built friendships with many wonderful people at the club. It really is one big hockey family. As the saying goes, “It takes a village.” CCSC is that village and I am proud to be a part of it. My coaching philosophy is simple. Believe/ trust/ succeed. Believe in yourself, trust your teammates, and succeed as a whole. This great game will teach a person many things. It will test your skills, fortitude, and emotions. My goal is to prepare our players for their future in hockey and to conduct themselves with the utmost respect for their teammates, coaches and opponents. We will learn to win and lose as a team and to learn how to overcome adversity. I can’t wait to watch our children progress, and I’m excited for this upcoming season. Let’s go Cougars!

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Drew Grassi

16U Head Coach

I’m honored to be selected as the 16U head coach this season. This is my fourth season with the club and third as head coach. I’m grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the success of this great program. Our coaches will empathize hard work, dedication and respect while building a strong team on and off the ice. I’m looking forward to another fun, successful season. Let’s go Cougars!

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Gary Doucette

18U Head Coach

After 3 years coaching in Idaho, my wife and I returned to PA. I am excited to be back with the Cougars and look forward to coaching the 18’s. Returning to this level with Nick Basilio and Joe DiPierro is the perfect situation. I am a Level 5 Coach and a USA Hockey Coach Developer. In my 30+ years of coaching, I have coached every level from Mites to Juniors. Both of my kids, Madison (Unionville, Jr Flyers) and Philippe (CCSC, Unionville, ASU) are done playing hockey but my passion for the game has not diminished. Regardless of age, everyone needs a place to get away and just have fun. For me, it has always been the rink. Ensuring the same is true for my players is a large part of my coaching philosophy. We will have fun but make no mistake, our goal is to win hockey games. I am excited to be part of a team that plays hockey the “right” way; up tempo and physical with a high compete level. We will be a team that is hard to play against. Go Cougars!

Hockey Committee

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Kelly Figueroa

Kelly has two children, one of which who plays hockey at CCSC. She has served in various roles as the scheduler and on the hockey committee.

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Jaimee Scheff

This is Jaimee's 6th season at CCSC. She currently serves as a Team Manager and a member of the Hockey Committee. Jaimee has three hockey players, two of whom proudly play for the Cougars.

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Katharine Maroney

Katharine has been a CCSC parent for many years. She currently serves as CCSC's registrar and volunteers as a Board Member as well. She has three sons, two of which have skated at CCSC.

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Natalie Crosby

Coming soon

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Don Richman

Don has been a player, a coach, and a parent of two hockey players. He's coached in PA, DE, IL and OH. He's back at CCSC in a hockey related capacity.

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Ted Westerman

Ted has been a CCSC parent for six years and has previously served as a team manager and scorekeeper for his son’s team. Ted also serves as a board member and treasurer for Kennett Blue Demons Ice Hockey.

Evaluations and Tryouts

2024-2025 Season

  • CO-ED 10U–18U

  • Evaluations are for 6/8–12U

  • Tryouts are for 14–18U

  • CCSC Evaluations and Tryouts will be held at Ice Line in West Chester, PA

  • Additional dates may be added for callbacks and for players unable to attend (Dates will be set based on need)

  • If you cannot attend an evaluation but wish to be considered for Chester County Skating Club teams, please email Kelly Figueroa at kfigueroa7@me.com

  • Players must complete the evaluation/tryout online form in Game Beast to participate in evaluations/ tryouts

  • Registration must be completed online. All 10/12U players must sign a DVHL Player Agreement Form when arriving at Evaluations

  • 8U players must complete the Player Agreement Form to complete the registration process

  • Although 8U registration is open, 8U will not be evaluated until a later date to allow additional time for development

  • Families who require financial assistance must reach out to the hockey committee for prior approval
     

Evaluation and Tryout Fees

  • $75 per skater until the end of the day on Friday, March 8, 2024

  • $100 per skater starting on March 9

  • Includes a light and dark practice jersey

  • Evaluation and Tryout fees do not contribute toward team fees

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