ELITE YOUTH HOCKEY DEVELOPMENT
New England’s top program for youth hockey that builds skill, character, and confidence
Connecticut GC Youth Hockey is different.
Really different.
We offer triple the ice time, a consistent local schedule that means more development and less strain on your family, and a coaching system inspired by world-class models used across Sweden, Russia, and Canada.
It’s a proven approach that helps young athletes thrive—on and off the ice, and it’s right in your backyard.
SMARTER SCHEDULE, STRONGER PLAYERS
A better hockey experience for kids—and parents.
3x more ice time
Your player will get up to three times the practice time of most youth programs—6–8 hours a week, adding up to over 170 hours a year. We are about development. That’s how real progress happens.
Less travel, more life
Would you rather your athlete touch pucks or a seatbelt? At Connecticut GC, you’ll only travel between two local rinks all season. Games are meaningful, practices are consistent, and your family gets to have a life outside the rink. We hit the road for tournaments, but our goal is to keep things close to home.
Built to develop great players
The culture of youth hockey pushes more games, more travel, more pressure, more tryouts and this leads to more burnout. Connecticut GC offers something better. Real, deliberate development offered by high-calibre coaches. If your child’s goal is high school, prep, college, or even pro hockey—they’ll need more than just two practices and weekend games.. Our model delivers elite development through more ice time, proven coaching, and consistent local schedules—so kids improve faster, love the game longer, and families stay in it together.
Our 2025/26 Teams:
Bantam (AA):
For 2025/26, Connecticut GC will offer a Bantam AA team to compete at the Tier 2 level. Unique to Connecticut GC we will compete against a range of prep schools, including Cardigan Mountain, Rumsey School, Eaglebrook and others, as well as at least four tournaments.
Games: 40+
Peewee (AA & A1)
For 2025/26 Connecticut GC will field two PW teams. One team will play a AA schedule and the other team an A1 schedule.
Games: 30-32
Squirt:
Connecticut GC’s Squirt programs focus on developing essential skills like skating and puck control, and learning the basics of the game. We prioritize fostering a love for the game and ensuring balance with family life, above rankings and win/loss records. If you want your child to grow their skills and enjoy hockey we’re the right fit.
Games: 20-25
Apply now for your chance at a 2026/27 spot.
NEW TO HOCKEY?
Start here: Mite & Learn to Play
Our mite program is the gateway to Connecticut GC’s elite development pathway. Our focus is on providing our athletes aged 5-8 with a fun, supportive, but challenging environment to develop a love for the game and a passion to improve. We focus on the foundational elements of the sport; skating, puckhandling and fun.
New to Hockey? Welcome!
From gear to game rules, we help you get started with confidence—no stress, no guesswork. Hockey is for everyone, and we’ll help you feel right at home.
Get off on the right skate
Get the details on what makes our Mites program unique, and come try it for free!
Connecticut GC has over
95%
player retention
over 4 years
Here’s what people are saying about our program:
“I wish we had made the decision sooner to put our son into this kind of a development model. This approach works.”
— Rob Zamuner, Toronto, 798 NHL Games played, Canadian Olympic Team
“Youth hockey can be done better. The Ferroni model can help. That is why I put my son into his program and actively advocate for programs like the Connecticut GC. It is simple math. How long is your child on the ice? How many shots do they take? How long is the puck on their stick? The beauty about this model is that the kids see themselves getting better each day and each week and that’s what motivates them.”
— Mathieu Schneider, Toronto, 1298 NHL Games played, US Olympic Team
“The skill level I have seen from kids that have been exposed to Rick’s model is unbelievable. There were 10-year-olds doing things I couldn’t do.”
— BJ Crombeen, Toronto, 445 NHL Games Played
Who should apply?
Players ages 5–14 who love the game and want to grow. Whether the goal is high school, college, or simply getting better every season—we’re here for it.
Apply now to get on the Prospective Player Evaluation list for the upcoming season.
“Conn. GC has the children of former NHL, Division I, Division III and Prep School players and coaches in its program. Hockey people choose Conn. GC. That helped make my decision easier.”
— Conn GC Parent