G.O.A.L.S. Player Program

• Weekly Individual Coaching Sessions (60 minutes) focused on the player’s individual development, goals and current needs.

• Mental Performance Profile & Individualized Coaching to identify strengths and areas for development, with coaching focused on areas such as confidence, focus, preparation, resilience, mindset, habits and performance under pressure.

• Academic Readiness, Pathway & Coaching Support to help players remain academically engaged throughout juniors, understand NCAA eligibility requirements, evaluate academic opportunities, and receive ongoing guidance and accountability.

• Leadership & Communication Development to strengthen the player’s ability to lead, advocate for themselves and communicate effectively with coaches, scouts, university personnel and other key individuals.

• Individualized Resources & Strategies to support and reinforce development between coaching sessions.

• Monthly Parent/Guardian Meetings, as desired, to provide perspective, discuss development and support the player’s continued growth.

• On-Demand Support via phone, text or email between scheduled sessions.

**Elite Advising is ALG Hockey’s comprehensive player development package and includes NCAA Eligibility, Academic Pathways and Academic Coaching services at no additional cost. These services are integrated into each player’s individualized program as appropriate.

Players will:

• Learn, and apply, the mental performance strategies to excel on, and off, the ice.

• Successfully maintain their academic skills so they are confident to begin their college career.

• See themselves as leaders, regardless of team status, and ready to make a positive impact on their team.

• Have the confidence and ability to talk effectively with coaches, scouts, professors, university personnel, and the media.

• 2–3 individualized family meetings to review the player’s academic history, hockey timeline, college goals and individual circumstances.

• Academic Profile Review to identify academic needs, strengths and opportunities throughout juniors.

• NCAA Eligibility Review covering Division I and Division III initial eligibility requirements, the NCAA Eligibility Center and how the rules apply to the player.

• Personalized Academic Pathway Recommendations outlining academic options and considerations based on the player’s unique situation, goals and timeline.

• Academic Timeline Guidance to help families understand important considerations, decision points and potential deadlines throughout juniors.

• College Coursework Guidance, When Appropriate, including identifying appropriate courses and programs, evaluating course options and structure, and navigating registration.

• Course-Onset Support, when coursework is selected, including support understanding syllabi and expectations, communicating with professors and navigating the first two weeks of class.

** NCAA Eligibility guidance is included within the Academic Pathways package and does not need to be purchased separately.

Players and families will:

• Understand the player’s NCAA eligibility requirements and important considerations for keeping future NCAA opportunities open.

• Understand the NCAA Eligibility Center and the appropriate NCAA account and next steps for the player.

• Understand the academic opportunities available during junior hockey, including traditional and non-traditional options for continued academic engagement.

• Understand which academic opportunities may be most appropriate based on the player’s academic history, hockey timeline and college goals.

• Leave with personalized pathway recommendations and a clearer understanding of the options, considerations and timing that can inform their academic decisions throughout juniors.

• Be prepared to pursue their chosen pathway, including selecting and beginning appropriate college coursework when desired or considering other forms of academic engagement.

• Individualized Family Consultation — 60–90 minute meeting to discuss the player’s individual circumstances, answer questions and provide clarity around the decisions ahead.

• NCAA Eligibility Rules — Guidance on relevant athletic and academic eligibility requirements across NCAA Divisions I, II and III, including age-based eligibility rules, initial eligibility requirements and the NCAA Eligibility Center.

• Individual Eligibility Review — Review of the factors that may influence the player’s NCAA eligibility, including age, academic history, junior hockey participation and anticipated college enrollment, and how those factors interact within current NCAA rules.

• Academic & Enrollment Considerations — Discussion of academic and enrollment options and timelines during junior hockey that may be relevant based on the player’s individual circumstances, eligibility considerations and future plans.

Players and families will:

• Understand how NCAA eligibility rules relate to their player’s individual circumstances and future college timeline.

• Recognize important eligibility considerations and decision points that may affect the player throughout junior hockey and the transition to college.

• Understand the academic and enrollment options and timelines that may be available during the player’s junior hockey experience.

• Recognize areas that may require further consideration or planning and have greater clarity about the player’s NCAA eligibility landscape.

• Weekly Individual Coaching Sessions — 30-minute video meetings focused on the player’s current coursework, academic progress and individual needs.

• Academic Profile & Assessment — Review of the player’s academic strengths, needs and current learning habits to identify areas for development and support.

• Academic Skills & Strategies — Individualized coaching in areas such as study skills, time management, organization, test preparation and effective course management.

• Academic Accountability & Progress — Regular check-ins on coursework, priorities and progress to help players develop consistency and take greater ownership of their academic responsibilities.

• Communication & Resource Navigation — Support developing effective communication with professors and identifying and using appropriate academic resources when additional support is needed.

• Individualized Resources & Strategies — Tools and resources to reinforce academic skills and strategies between coaching sessions.

• Monthly Parent/Guardian Meetings, as desired, to discuss progress, needs and continued development.

• On-Demand Support via phone, text or email between scheduled sessions.

Players will:

• Develop strong study, time-management and organizational skills that support current coursework and preparation for the college classroom.

• Build consistency and ownership in managing coursework, deadlines and academic responsibilities.

• Navigate online course platforms and expectations effectively and independently.

• Communicate effectively with professors and develop confidence asking questions and advocating for their academic needs.

• Identify and utilize appropriate academic resources when additional support is needed.

• Build confidence as a student and prepare for the academic demands of being a collegiate student-athlete.