GIRLS 14U & BOYS 16 AAA
As an educator, Steve Riley understands that players need to be comfortable stepping outside their comfort zone and working in the learning zone in order to improve, and he is expert at creating a safe environment where his athletes can be creative, explore their skills, and take risks. He creates a culture of accountability within a positive and encouraging learning environment.
Steve played youth hockey in Boston, Buffalo, and the Philadelphia area. He played at the Trinity-Pawling School for three years before moving to Arizona to play pro-inline hockey. Steve has served as an Associate Coaching Director with the Devils Youth organization for over twenty years and served many years as a member of the Atlantic District Player Development staff and a Lead Instructor for the Atlantic District Coaching Education Program, as well as representing the Atlantic District as a coach at the USA Hockey National Player Development Camps.