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Club CATS Leader - Coach Amanda Ferwerda!

By Webmaster 01/22/2025, 6:55am CST

Congratulations to our new Club CATS Leader - Coach Amanda Ferwerda!

Amanda “practically lives at the rink,” dedicating her time to coach numerous teams and direct the Mites age level.

Families say:
"Amanda practically lives at the Verona Ice Arena - she coaches Learn to Play, Mites, Squirt C2, C1, and B. Amanda knows the importance of giving young players opportunities to learn all aspects of hockey. As head coach of Squirt B, she is helping all players learn multiple positions creating a team of versatile players. She is nurturing smart players who love the sport of hockey!"

Club CATS recognizes players, parents, and coaches who demonstrate the best of our culture of Character, Accountability, Teamwork, and Sportsmanship. 

See someone going above and beyond to help their team or represent the association well? Nominate them here so we can recognize them across the club (and give them a cool gift, too).  

Club CATS Leader - Eli Pickard

By Webmaster 12/31/2024, 10:15am CST

Congratulations to our new Club CATS Leader - Eli Pickard!

Eli stepped in to fill a void at goalie. His family drives over an hour to the rink for him to be a part of our Peewee C2 team.

Families say:
"Eli joined the PW C2 team when another team's goalie chose to leave the association. He lives in Pearl City, IL, and his family has stepped up, driving more than an hour for practices and home games. His Dad, Mom, and Grandpa all help out and have been wonderful. The Pickards have been great additions to Verona hockey."

Club CATS recognizes players, parents, and coaches who demonstrate the best of our culture of Character, Accountability, Teamwork, and Sportsmanship. 

See someone going above and beyond to help their team or represent the association well? Nominate them here so we can recognize them across the club (and give them a cool gift, too).  

Coach Luke Lestikow - Club CATS Leader!

By Webmaster 12/16/2024, 7:30pm CST

Congratulations to our new Club CATS Leader - Coach Luke Lestikow!

Coach Luke immediately helped a young player after a frightening fall from the bleachers.

Coaches say:
"Coach Luke sprang into action when a U8 player accidentally fell from the bleachers to the ground below after practice. Due to his quick actions and impeccable timing, we were able to treat the player as best as we could at the rink and get him to the ER for further medical attention. Accidents happen and we're glad Coach Luke was there to save the day. Happy to report that, five stitches later, everyone is ok."

Club CATS recognizes players, parents, and coaches who demonstrate the best of our culture of Character, Accountability, Teamwork, and Sportsmanship. 

See someone going above and beyond to help their team or represent the association well? Nominate them here so we can recognize them across the club (and give them a cool gift, too).