Peewee AA

Brian is entering his 4th season with the Utica Jr. Comets having coached at both the AAA and AA levels, most recently serving as the Head Coach for the Squirt AA team in the 2023-2024 season. 

Brian grew up playing youth hockey in Fulton, NY until transitioning to the Syracuse Stars organization and then playing Junior Hockey for the Syracuse Junior Crunch (MetJHL/OPJHL).  He went on to play collegiate hockey for the Utica University Pioneers (NCAA Division III ECAC) where he served as an Assistant Captain for three seasons and then played professionally for the Fort Worth Brahmas (CHL). With both collegiate and professional playing experience, Brian brings a well-rounded hockey background to the organization.  He has an overall drive and dedication for teaching the game of hockey to our young players and helping them reach their full potential.   

Brian has been a certified coach with USA Hockey since 2006 and currently holds a Level 4 coaching certification.

Brian takes his role as coach, skill development specialist, mentor and role model very serious and brings a great deal of enthusiasm to his craft.

Brian states, “Through effective coaching and parental support, my goal is to equip young athletes with the necessary skills to succeed”.

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