1494s hockey club elite program

ELITE SPRING PROGRAM

FEMALE SPRING PROGRAM

FULL ICE MITE PROGRAM

Program directors

Shayne Morrissey

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS / COACH

A native of St. John's, NL, Canada, Shayne played junior hockey in Canada before committing to play NCAA college hockey with Neumann University. Shayne was named ECAC West Rookie of the Year in 2014 after his first season in college. After graduating in 2017, he sits 5th all time in career points scored with 108 points in 4 years. Shayne turned pro in 2017, splitting time between the SPHL and ECHL, where he now holds the Evansville Thunderbolts record for most goals scored in a single season. He also brings a wealth of coaching experience, coaching for 10 years with Xtreme Hockey programs in Canada, along with coaching Philadelphia Little Flyers and Delco Phantoms teams while attending college in Aston, PA. Shayne is currently a coach and director for the Philadelphia Little Flyers youth program along with being assistant coach for Neumann University Men's Ice Hockey. He most recently coached the 14U Girls AA Team to a USA Hockey National Championship.

GRACE KLIENBACH

DIRECTOR OF FEMALE HOCKEY / COACH

A native of Eustis, FL, Grace played for the Boston Shamrocks in the JWHL prior to committing to play NCAA hockey with Neumann University where she captained the team during her Junior and Senior Year. After graduating in 2017, Grace was drafted to the Toronto Fury in the CWHL, but elected to sign her first pro contract with the Connetcicut Whale in the NWHL. In just her second season with the Whale she was named an NWHL All Star. Along with playing in the All Star Game, she participated in the fastest skater in the skills competition. Grace has worked with Delco Phantoms teams during her time in College, along with coaching group sessions and private lessons for Fairfield Ice Academy in Connetcicut. Grace is a great role model for young girls involved in hockey and advocate for the growth of women's hockey worldwide. As head coach Grace led the Philadelphia Little Flyers Girls 14U AA team to the first USA Hockey National Championship in organization history. Grace is signed for a 5th season in the PHF (formerly NWHL) with the Buffalo Beauts.

Meet the Team

We are proud to have a professional coaching staff that is dedicated to helping our players grow to their full potential.

Mike Davis

Coach

From Newark, DE Mike played his youth hockey locally for the Delaware Ducks organization before graduating to playing 4 years of Junior Hockey for the Philadelphia Little Flyers (1 Season) and Amarillo Bulls (3 Seasons). Mike played 4 years of NCAA Hockey for Neumann University (2 Years) & and Stevenson University (2 Years) where he amassed a total of 96 points in 105 games. Mike turned pro in 2018, splitting time with the Birmingham Bulls (SPHL) Norfolk Admirals (ECHL). Mike and Coach Shayne were teammates and linemates in both college and pro hockey.

Taylor Swarter

Coach

A native of PA, Taylor played Junior Hockey for the Philadelphia Little Flyers before committing to play NCAA Hockey & Lacrosse for Castleton State College. After graduating from college, Taylor is now the Athletic Director, and Head Women's Hockey Coach for Upland Country Day School.

Matt King

Coach

Matthew is from Lindsay, Canada, and grew up playing recreational house league hockey before making the jump into 2 years of Prep School. Thereafter he played 4 years of Junior ‘A’ hockey in the OJHL, and NOJHL for the Lindsay Muskies, Aurora Tigers, and Kirkland Lake Gold Miners. He is entering his Junior year with the Neumann University NCAA team. Prior to coaching with 1494, Matthew has volunteered with numerous teams, logging in nearly 500 hours of community service, with the Lindsay Minor Hockey, and Kirkland Lake Devils programs.

Cyril Morrissey

Coach

Currently residing in Newfoundland, Canada, Cyril will travel to Aston for select events to add his 38 years of coaching experience to the list of coaches to our program. An advanced level coach with Hockey Canada, Cyril has coached all levels from Mite to Midget AAA. During which he has won the Hockey Newfoundland Labrador Provincial Championship a total of 7 times in 13 years. He was also heavily involved in the Team Newfoundland High Performance Program for 6 years, along with coaching the Women's Team Newfoundland during the Canada Games in 2011. Cyril is currently a technical director for the St. John's Caps Minor Hockey organization.

Ján Mamrilla

Coach

A native of Stara Lubovna, Slovakia, fluent in English, Slovak, Czech, and Polish, Ján has a unique ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds. Growing up playing youth hockey in New Jersey and junior hockey for the Philadelphia Little Flyers, Ján discovered his passion for the sport at an early age. He pursued his passion further by playing college hockey at Neumann University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management. Since college, Ján has actively participated in the hockey community, coaching in multiple organizations and camps—these include the Philadelphia Little Flyers, Goalie Doctor, Mercer Chiefs, and Pro Ambitions Hockey.

Dexton Mozzell

Coach

From Edmonton, Alberta Dexton played his youth hockey in Alberta before joining Okanagan hockey academy all through high school. After graduating Dexton joined the Drayton Valley Thunder of the AJHL for 3 full seasons. during his time in the AJHL Dexton earned the league's Community Ambassador Award consecutively for two years. His commitment to community outreach and youth hockey development reflects his passion beyond the rink. Dexton is currently playing and a Captain for Neumann University NCAA Team.

Sarah Hughson

Social Media Coordinator

Sarah (a former NWHL Teammate of Coach Grace) is not only amazing on the ice, but has been a great addition to our staff off the ice. Her professional skills with video and images has allowed her to add a new dimension to our program throguh social media.

John Dennis

Coach

Coach John grew up in Wilmington Delaware. John began playing youth ice hockey for various teams in the tri-state area since he was 5 years old. Coach John played High School hockey for St.Marks in Wilmington DE. He began coaching squirt hockey for the Delaware Ducks Program and has been coaching for the Delco Phantoms, the 1494 Hockey Club, and the Philadelphia Little Flyers Program.

Brianne Krysiak

Coach

A Canadian native from Aurora, Ontario , Brianne has an extensive background in hockey. She played boys Bantam AAA for the Markham Waxers, then made the jump to the Toronto Junior Aeros where she was an assistant captain, and a call up to the Toronto Aeros Senior NWHL team alongside several Canadian Olympians. Brianne was recruited by Cornell University to play for their D1 program where she is a four time letter recipient, and is on the Wall of Honor at the Variety gym for strength and conditioning. For many years, Brianne was a hockey instructor at a leading program in Canada. She has been coaching youth hockey in the US since 2018 for programs such as the Delco Phantoms and Philadelphia Little Flyers.

Nick Cramer

Coach

A native of Rocky Hill Connecticut. Nick played junior hockey for the Philadelphia Little Flyers before committing to play NCAA hockey for Neumann University. Nick played 3 years for Neumann being a mobile puck moving defenseman. Prior to coaching with 1494 Hockey, Nick has volunteered coaching for the Hartford Wolfpack youth programs and Connecticut Whalers youth programs.

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