Staff
Matt Roach
Coach Matt Roach is entering his third season with the Utica Jr. Comets. His most recent role was coaching the Utica Jr Comets Bantam AA team for the organization.
Coach Matt Roach is entering his third season with the Utica Jr. Comets. His most recent role was coaching the Utica Jr Comets Bantam AA team for the organization.
Matt has been a certified coach with USA Hockey since 2013 and currently holds a Level 4 coaching certification.
Matt’s goal is not only to pass along his knowledge of the game but to also produce productive and responsible members of society.
Teamwork, responsibility, dedication, respect, and sportsmanship are just a few of the life skills that will be taught over the season.
Matt is looking forward to another great season of Jr Comet hockey and partnership in player development with his team members' families.
Kevin Conley
Utica, NY - The Utica Jr. Comets and Mohawk Valley Garden announced today that Kevin Conley has been named the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Jr. Comets and Utica City Football Club.
Utica, NY - The Utica Jr. Comets and Mohawk Valley Garden announced today that Kevin Conley has been named the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Jr. Comets and Utica City Football Club.
The Utica native holds a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from SUNY Cortland, is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and is a Certified Precision Nutrition Level 1 Coach.
Conley will train every team within the Jr. Comets organization, and offer additional training and nutritional services for any athletes that strive to maximize their potential. All training will take place at the Utica University Nexus Center.
“We couldn’t be happier to add Kevin to our staff and continue with our commitment to develop elite athletes," Said MVG President and CEO Robert Esche. "With Kevin’s knowledge & experience coupled with The Utica University Nexus Center’s amazing training center, we are creating a true ecosystem for athlete development and first of its kind in the region."
Prior to joining the organization, Conley worked at Upstate Empire Fitness for the last 5 years as a personal trainer and wellness coach. He has worked with athletes, injured individuals or individuals needing strengthening post-injury, and the special needs community. He has also competed in high-level bodybuilding events.
Conley is thrilled to be joining the organization, “Through my experiences and insights, I hope to inspire and educate these athletes on the importance of fitness and how it can improve their sport, favorite activities, and lives.”
More information will be available soon about weekly team workouts. If you are interested in booking Kevin for additional training sessions please email him at kevin@adkbankcenter.com