Mission AZ Ice is a youth travel hockey program committed to the betterment of young athletes.
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Alan Gagleard - President
Alan is a licensed attorney and CPA, starting his professional career with PriceWaterhouseCoopers, CPAs, and practicing law in the Detroit, Michigan area from 1979 to 1985. Alan has been practicing law in Arizona since 1985 with his primary expertise in litigation and taxation. He currently owns and operates a PEO and Payroll company in Scottsdale, Arizona with his wife, Nancy and another partner. Alan will act as the initial president and general counsel to the Mission AZ Ice organization. His advise and counsel have been instrumental in the formation of Mission AZ Ice and we look to draw upon that expertise for many years to come.
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Becky Taylor - Treasurer
Becky has been an involved volunteer in various aspects of hockey administration for the past 22 years. She and her family have also been heavily involved in both ice and roller activities. With more than 25 years experience in the bookekeeping field, Becky is a valuable member of the Mission Arizona Ice team. She brings the experience necessary to help ensure and maintain the success of Mission AZ Ice.
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Janet Moodie - Registrar/Secretary
Janet has been working in the credit union industry for 24 years, involved in the operation and success of these non-profit financial institutions as a member of the leadership team at the state and local levels. She has been involved with youth hockey for over 12 years as a team manager, travel coordinator, fundraiser and scheduler. She has also volunteered and raised funds for such institutions as Children's Miracle Network, benefiting Phoenix Children's Hospital and Tucson Medical Center. Janet is a talented and resourceful addition to the Mission team and we are grateful for her involvement!
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Jeff Eades - Board Member
Jeff has been involved with youth hockey in numerous capacities since 1998. He has experience as a team manager, coach and board member at another youth hockey organization. Jeff also works for the NHL as an Off Ice Official where his duties include penalty box attendant, goal judge and statistician. His experience at both the youth and professional level bring a unique and valuable perspective to the Mission Arizona Ice organization.
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John Rovie - Board Member
John has supported youth sports in the Valley for the past 12 years. He has served in a number of capacities including coach, fundraiser and team manager. His experience in a variety of youth sports will provide a broad prospective for our organization. John offers leadership skills gained from his professional career of 20+ years in the hospitality industry to help guide Mission AZ Ice.
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Jeremy Goltz - Head Coach
Jeremy has been coaching hockey professionally since 1994. He came to Phoenix from the University of Arizona where he was Assistant Coach for the Ice Cats from 1994 - 2000. He has been coaching youth ice and roller hockey for the past six years. A former college and minor league player, Jeremy knows what is necessary from both coach and player to create a successful hockey experience.
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A Mission AZ Ice experience incorporates "on-ice" elements such as skill development, work ethic and healthy competition with "off-ice" values such as teamwork, community service, academic performance and family. Every young athlete in our program is more than just a hockey player... A Mission AZ Ice experience is about the whole child.
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