named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Coaching Education Program
Requires all coaches to complete USA Hockey certification levels (1–5), age-specific online modules, and continuing education credits to maintain eligibility.
Learn to Skate and Travel Hockey Teams
Developmental and competitive hockey programs for youth ages 6U through 18U, including teams competing in regional tournaments such as the Buffalo Pepsi Tournament and Hershey St. Patrick's Day Tournament.
USA Hockey Safe Sport Program
Mandatory training for coaches and volunteers focused on preventing abuse, promoting sportsmanship, and ensuring a safe environment for youth athletes.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Youth Ice Hockey Development 3 activities
- Operation of Hockey Programs at LECOM Event CenterHosts youth hockey programs at the LECOM Event Center in Elmira, NY, a premier facility shared with the Elmira Aviators NAHL team, providing access to high-quality ice and event infrastructure.
- Unified Youth Hockey Organization ManagementManages a unified youth hockey organization formed by merging the former Elmira and Corning youth hockey programs, providing a cohesive structure and shared resources for players and families in the Elmirah area.
- Youth Travel Hockey Program OperationsOperates a youth travel hockey program for children and teenagers aged 6 to 18, serving players of all skill levels from 6u Learn to Skate through 18u, with teams competing in leagues such as the Snowbelt league and tournaments across New York State.
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Charity Golf Tournament Fundraiser 1 activity
- Annual Fundraising and Equipment Exchange EventOrganizes an annual golf tournament fundraiser and equipment exchange event scheduled for August 1, 2026, to support program sustainability and community participation.
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Youth Sports Safety & Risk Management 1 activity
- Coaching Certification and Training ComplianceRequires all coaches and on-ice volunteers to complete USA Hockey SafeSport training, obtain Coaching Education Program (CEP) certification, complete age-specific modules, and maintain continuing education credits, with certification status documented on scoresheets for each game.
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Youth Sports Access and Equipment Support 1 activity
- Community Engagement and Volunteer SupportSupports and encourages volunteer coaches, parents, and community members to contribute to youth hockey development, emphasizing positive spectator behavior, sportsmanship, and community involvement.
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Organization Website and Online Platform Management 1 activity
- Digital Platform for Team Management and CommunicationProvides families, players, coaches, and volunteers with digital access to team schedules, scores, stats, messaging, media sharing, and registration through SportsEngine, supporting team engagement and operational communication.
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Youth Sports Conduct Enforcement 1 activity
- Enforcement of Sportsmanship and Conduct PoliciesImplements and enforces a zero tolerance policy for abuse and unsportsmanlike conduct during USA Hockey-sanctioned games to maintain an educational and sportsmanlike atmosphere for youth athletes.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$171K
Contributions & grants$6K3%
Program service revenue$139K81%
Investment income$8280%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$147K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$111K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$111K
4 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue +16.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 2
- Justin O'Brien — Director of Coaches
- Leigh Adams — Digital Director
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- Kennedy Valve Partner — Sponsor of Elmira Corning Youth Hockey, supporting the organization through financial or in-kind contributions.
- LECOM Event Center Partner — Shares facility space and operates youth hockey programs at the LECOM Event Center in Elmira, NY.
- New York State Amateur Hockey Association Partner — Works with NYSAHA, which adopted the USA Hockey Safe Sport Program in 2013, to promote safe environments for youth hockey participants.
- SportNGIN Partner — Platform partner providing team management and communication services.
- SportsEngine Partner — Technology partner providing team management, communication, and registration services.
- USA Hockey Network — Adheres to USA Hockey's Parents' and Spectators' Code of Conduct.
- USA Hockey Network — Member of USA Hockey and implements its zero tolerance policy for sanctioned games.
- USA Hockey Partner — Collaborates with USA Hockey on concussion education and safety protocols.
- USA Hockey Partner — Collaborates with USA Hockey on the implementation of the Safe Sport Program, including policy adoption and delivery of online training.
- USA Hockey Partner — Partner organization providing coaching education, background screening, SafeSport training, and age-specific modules
- USA Hockey Partner — Partner organization whose Coaching Education Program is adopted and enforced for all coaches.
- community partners Partner — Collaborates with community partners to support youth hockey programs.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community-Driven Youth Hockey Growthmethodology: community_driven_growthBy engaging players, families, coaches, and volunteers as co-owners of the program, the organization fosters collective investment and sustainable growth because broad stakeholder involvement increases commitment and shared responsibility.
- Developmental Approach in Youth Hockeymethodology: developmental_approachBy focusing on skill development rather than competition in early age groups, the organization supports long-term athlete growth because foundational competencies and intrinsic motivation are prioritized over short-term performance.
- Family-Engaged Sports Participationmethodology: family_engaged_youth_sportsBy involving parents as active participants in the hockey experience, the organization strengthens athlete commitment and organizational cohesion because family support enhances youth motivation and program sustainability.
- Fun-First Engagement Modelmethodology: fun_firstBy prioritizing enjoyment in youth hockey, the organization increases intrinsic motivation and sustained participation because fun is a primary driver of long-term engagement in youth sports.
- Positive Role Modeling for Behavioral Developmentmethodology: positive_role_modelingBy using positive adult behavior as a model, the organization teaches sportsmanship and ethical conduct to youth athletes because youth emulate trusted adults in shaping their own attitudes and actions.