U12 Girls Tier 1

Eric Gooldy 12U Girls Head Coach & Girls Coordinator

Originally from New Hartford, NY he grew up playing for the Spartans and then The Syracuse Stars(AAA)program. Played  for the Plymouth Whalers in the OHL before being Drafted by the Toronto Maple Leafs in 1997. Played professionally before ending his playing career with the York University Lions and completing his business degree. 

He always knew he wanted to coach when he was done playing. Coaching L.T.S through Major Junior and all skill levels have helped to create the coach he is today.  

Having two daughters made the switch to coaching woman's hockey an easy decision. Focused on creating the same opportunities for the girls that the boys have enjoyed for years. Eric's passion & love of game fuels his curiosity to be the best coach he can be for the girls!

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