Our Purpose
Giving back
The KL Hockey Team is a registered non-profit, led by volunteers and a board of directors focused on enriching a players' hockey experience while giving back to the community through sport.
$60,000
Local team support
Over $60,000 in donations to minor hockey and non-profit kid focused programs.
30+
Camp sponsorship
Over 30 committed players in need have received financial support to make camp possible.
100k lbs
Community Giving
Food drive donations to local foodbanks totalling over 100,000 lbs!
Being a part of the KL Hockey team, as a camper, parent, staff or volunteer, provides a memorable experience that extends beyond camp; it directly funds the dreams and abilities of those within Kawartha Lakes. This allows us to give back to the area that gives so much to campers from across North America.
Our Strengths
Working in partnership
We are a collective of individuals working in partnership, drawing on a wide range of skill sets and specializations from across the area and beyond, to bring the best to campers everyday - on and off the ice.
Hockey
Hockey is focused on tailoring skills and development into challenging skill stations and small area games that encompass a range of core to advanced skills including stickhandling, skating, passing, shooting, agility, angling and 'read and react' decision-making, all vital for players to excel in the dynamic and fast-paced nature of the game.
Outdoor
Outdoor activities at camp involve classic adventures such as canoeing, paddle boarding, team-building games and campfire activities, to connect with nature, but it also includes fishing with some of the regions best anglers, first aid and survival skills led by former military instructors, as well as exploration of conservation efforts for the area.
Athletics
Activating a variety of movements and muscles through a variety of sports, team building challenges, dryland training and off-ice stick-handling promotes physical fitness, competitiveness, and personal growth, while also fostering teamwork and sportsmanship.
Operations
Camp is possible through efficient and effective planning and coordination, broad and knowledgeable partnerships, strong communication with campers and guardians, and a focus on ensuring health and safety for all campers and staff.
The lovable "Rungie" formerly known for his lethal combination of skill & toughness as a player, has transitioned to one of the sharpest hockey skill & development teachers in Central Ontario. Dave possess a communication style that keeps players honest & attentive, joking & having fun while learning the game.
Dave played semi-professional with Rockford Ice Hogs in the UHL, as well as 5 years Tier II with Lindsay Muskies & Orillia Terriers. A resident of Lindsay, Rungie is an active coach, father of 3, and pumped about teaching & giving back to the kids @ KL Hockey.
Respected as a 'purest', "Gibby" has been an active coach and mentor to many in the Kawartha Lakes region. He started out as a counsellor at Roger Neilson's Hockey camp along with Jeff, and had stints coaching Junior hockey as well as working a few Philadelphia Flyers Training Camps.
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Gibby is a former Peterborough Pete (OHL) and Lindsay Muskie ('96-'00), a resident of Kawartha Lakes, active coach in the community with his kids teams, and pumped-up about operative a high-caliber hockey & summer camp programs in KL.
Over 20+ years specializing in skills and development across Canada, US & Europe.
Jeff has held a variety of hockey roles, starting in Kawartha Lakes at Roger Neilson's Hockey Camp, followed by an amateur scout at International Scouting Services (ISS), owner/operator for Selects Hockey Canadian Skills & Development programs; Elite AAA Prospects Spring European tours, and as a regional lead instructor the the Canadian Tire Jump Start program.
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Jeff is a former OJHL Lindsay Muskie ('96-'00) and University of Toronto Varsity Blue, a current Kawartha Lakes resident and cottager, and very excited about providing a world-class hockey program in the KL region.
Our team
Supportive. Skilled. Fun.
The KL Hockey Team is from the area, growing up playing hockey all across the arenas, frozen ponds and lakes in the Kawarthas. Now, with children of our own, we provide a camp experience similar to the one we had growing up - a week full of hockey, sports, outdoors and friendship.
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We're here to provide players with a supportive, fun and challenging hockey experience, built on sound knowledge of the game and a commitment to "Keeping Hockey Real"
A former military and national weightlifting competitor, "Boo" preaches and teaches smart hustle. An avid fitness guru, Ryan has been coaching and educating strength & conditioning for over 10 years across hockey, rugby and Olympic weightlifting.
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Ryan is currently a paramedic in Orillia and provides medic support for KL Hockey activities.
Jeff Todd
Lead Instructor
Brad Gibbs
Lead Instructor
Dave Runge
Instructor
Ryan Allen
Strength & Conditioning Coach
While still in his prime playing years, Noah has jumped into coaching and saving lives. His 10+ years teaching hockey school's helped build the foundation to be a captain of the Lindsay Muskies Jr A and immediately elevate into the assistant coach where he is currently in his 3rd coaching season. Noah's communication, adaptability and passion for giving back are the core reasons that we ask him & Reagan to design and build our on-ice curriculum every summer. In his spare time outside the rink, Noah is a paramedic in the Kawartha Lakes region.
An alumni of the Guelph Gryphons Ontario University Athletics (OUA), Sarah brings her passion for the game and coaching to KL. As the owner / operator of Kawartha Kodiaks, Sarah has focused on the growth and development of youth and hockey in the area, with focused girls training.
When not in the rink with the kids, Amanda is organizing the operations of KL Hockey Camp. As a former operator of Selects Hockey Skills and Development program in Canada, she is intimately familiar with details, planning and critical communications to make the program a success for players, parents and the KL team.
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A long-time cottager in the Kawartha Lakes, and full-time resident, Amanda is proud to be a part of the local hockey community.
Amanda Tayles
Program Director
Beyond being the best men's league goalie in the Kawarthas, "Dowseys" goalie instruction resume runs deep starting with the former Canadian goaltending academy to present day where he works a variety of camps, clinics and private sessions with goalies ranging from OHL, OJHL, PJHL and AAA. Troy's approach is a relentless focus on work ethic with an emphasis of positive mindset, being your true self and most importantly having fun stopping 90 mph rubber discs.
Troy Dowswell
Goalie Instructor
Sarah Crowther
Power Skating
Noah Pardy
Instructor
Toronto might be home for Tayte, but the Kawarthas turn this young coach into a summer superstar. Tayte is a seasoned hockey enthusiast having played AAA in the 'G' as well as a 2 year stint with Connor Bedard at West Van, before his OHL draft year. Beyond his own achievements, Tayte now brings his on-ice experience to the bench where he coaches U15AA and U18AA teams, showcasing leadership and mentorship qualities for next gen of players.
Tayte thrives in the serene landscapes of the Kawarthas, where he passionately imparts his knowledge to eager minds at KL summer camp. His dedication to both player development and fostering a love for the game makes him an invaluable member of the KL team.
A goalie coach with experience at the OHL and OJHL levels, Jared combines his love of the game and skill set to focus on key components for goalie develoment.
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Jared will take his passion of goaltending and support goalies with specialized programming during camps - stretching, reflex training and dry land exercise.
Best known as 'Reagan's Dad', Brendan brings over 30+ years coaching JrA and AAA, not to mention the many professional players and coaches he has mentored and supported that started their hockey careers within the Kawarthas region. Brendan is the current Head Coach and General Manager of the local JrA Lindsay Muskies team, a strong advocate for advancing elite AAA programming and supporter of many grassroots hockey programs, leagues, local teams and charity events. We are proud to have Brendan as a Director on the KL Hockey Board, head instructor and as a partner with the Muskies team and staff.
Meet Matt - proudly known as a Balsam Lake KL resident as opposed to being a part of a Wayne Gretzky trade... very cool!
A distinguished figure in the hockey world including an incredible OHL career, Memorial Cup winner and NHL first-round pick, Matt followed it up with a great professional hockey career.
Now he happily channels those experience into coaching his own young children.
Beyond the rink, Matt serves as an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Officer, showcasing dedication to community and leadership. His wealth of experience, both on and off the ice, makes Matt a remarkable coach, teacher and mentor, imparting not just hockey skills but also life lessons to the next generation.
A true player coach, Reagan brings his experience playing in the OHL (2014-19) as well as elite scouting skills (OHL) and coaching roles (OHL, OJHL) to the KL team.
Always known for playing with heart and supporting the community, Reagan's fun-loving spirit endears him to players of all ages.
Matt Zultek
Instructor
Reagan O'Grady
Instructor
Brendan O'Grady
Instructor
Jared Ruston
Instructor
Tayte Landry
Instructor
Once the kid who could dangle an entire team out of their skates, Brenden carved out an OHL career built on speed, slick hands, and big-moment magic. Now retired from junior hockey, he brings that same spark to KL Hockey, where his upbeat, player-first style keeps kids flying through drills with smiles on their faces. Whether he’s teaching crafty edge work or drawing up a new skills challenge, Brenden’s all about making the game fast, fun, and fearless. Weekends you’ll find him behind the boat in the summer, enjoying the best of the Kawarthas.
