Coaching Experience:

• Co-Founder & Director, Select Skills Hockey, training learn-to-skate thru college players. Specializing in edgework and stride development. Currently working with various DI-DIII college players, high school, prep school, town youth hockey and select programs throughout Massachusetts. 2000-present
• Owner & Director, TopShelf Hockey, recruiting & coaching teams of the top local high school & prep school players for the college recruitment tournaments. 1999-2002
• USA Hockey Level 4 Certified Advanced Coach

Playing Experience:

• Tampa Bay Lightning, Detriot Vipers (IHL), 2000-01
•  University of Vermont (asst capt), 1996-2000
• Dartmouth College Ledyard Bank Tournament MVP, 1999
• UVM Rookie of the Year, 1997
• Northfield Mt Hermon School (asst capt), 1994-1996
• All New England Prep All Star, 1996
• Pingree School, 1992-1994
• Saugus High School, 1991

Hometown:

• Salisbury, MA

• Wakefield, MA

Kurt grew up in both the North shore and South shore of Massachusetts respectively (Marshfield and North Andover). Kurt's, successful hockey life has brought him many places. Through Kurt's career in hockey from AAA minor hockey thru Professional, he has received training from some of the best coaches and has played alongside some of the greatest players not just in New England but in the world. Kurt brings a wealth of knowledge to the Viper program.

Currently, Kurt is a Managing director (Wealth Advisor) and a lead Portfolio Manager at Wells Fargo Private Client group and resides in Marshfield, MA.

Playing Experience:

• Pittsburgh Penguins Organization , Wheeling Nailers (ECHL), 2006 – Retirement
  
• Robert Morris University - CHA (NCAA D1) (Two Year Captain) 2003-2006University of New Hampshire – Hockey East (NCAA D1) -  2001
  • Selected for 2005 NCAA Skills competition
  • Offensive player of the month 5 times
  • 2 years All-Academic team
• Crowsnest Pass Timberwolves now Okotoks Oilers  (AJHL -  Alberta JR A. league,  CHL) 2001-2002
• Cushing Academy Prep School 1996-2000 ( Asst. Capt.)
  • Hockey Night in Boston – Sophomore MVP Award winner
  • USA Hockey select 16 and 17 team selection
  • Watkins Invitational all-tournament team 1998-1999
  •  D1  Prep  School Champion (Cushing Academy) 1998 - New England Prep School

Coaching Experience:

• Garry Hebert's World Academy of Hockey – lead instructor for small group elite skill development – 1999-2006
• Pittsburgh Jr. Penguin's AAA – Volunteer skill development lead 2004-2006
• BU Jr. Terriers (EHF Elite Midget) – 2009-2011
• Coast Stars Skills Director on ice activity – 2017 -2018

As a former D1 Goaltender at Niagara, Ryan has been involved in premeir hockey at all levels or over 25 years.  Growing up juts outside of Boston, Ryan began playing goal in the Waltham Youth Hockey Program where he found his passion for the position and the game.  From there he would go on to play for some of the most elite teams in the country and eventually recieved a full D1 scholarship to Niagara University.  Since finishing his playing career, Ryan now enjoys the opportunity to give back to the game through coaching and training hockey players in all stages of their career.

Currently, Ryan is a senior business consultant for Deltek, Inc. in Woburn, MA.  He runs global financial software implementation and spends time in such countires as Dubai, Singapore, South Korea, & London.        

Playing Experience:

• Waltham Youth Hockey
• Minuteman Flames
• Middlesex Islanders
• Central Mass Outlaws - 1996 Midget National Champions
• Team Massachusetts (USA Hockey Selects 15, 16, 17)
• Hockey Night in Boston All Star
• Cushing Academy Prep School, 1996-2000
  • 3 yr starter
  • NE Prep school D1 Champions, 1996

 Exeter Snowdevils, (EJHL)

Niagara University (D1, MAAC)

Coaching Experience:

• Puckstoppers Goaltending Academy - 10yrs coaching and training
• Bentely University D1 Goalie Coach, 2004-06
• Natick Youth Hockey

Kurt grew up in both the North shore and South shore of Massachusetts respectively (Marshfield and North Andover). Kurt's, successful hockey life has brought him many places. Through Kurt's career in hockey from AAA minor hockey thru Professional, he has received training from some of the best coaches and has played alongside some of the greatest players not just in New England but in the world. Kurt brings a wealth of knowledge to the Viper program.

Currently, Kurt is a Managing director (Wealth Advisor) and a lead Portfolio Manager at Wells Fargo Private Client group and resides in Marshfield, MA.

Playing Experience:

• Pittsburgh Penguins Organization , Wheeling Nailers (ECHL), 2006 – Retirement
  
• Robert Morris University - CHA (NCAA D1) (Two Year Captain) 2003-2006University of New Hampshire – Hockey East (NCAA D1) -  2001
  • Selected for 2005 NCAA Skills competition
  • Offensive player of the month 5 times
  • 2 years All-Academic team
• Crowsnest Pass Timberwolves now Okotoks Oilers  (AJHL -  Alberta JR A. league,  CHL) 2001-2002
• Cushing Academy Prep School 1996-2000 ( Asst. Capt.)
  • Hockey Night in Boston – Sophomore MVP Award winner
  • USA Hockey select 16 and 17 team selection
  • Watkins Invitational all-tournament team 1998-1999
  •  D1  Prep  School Champion (Cushing Academy) 1998 - New England Prep School

Coaching Experience:

• Garry Hebert's World Academy of Hockey – lead instructor for small group elite skill development – 1999-2006
• Pittsburgh Jr. Penguin's AAA – Volunteer skill development lead 2004-2006
• BU Jr. Terriers (EHF Elite Midget) – 2009-2011
• Coast Stars Skills Director on ice activity – 2017 -2018

Jim grew up in Arlington, MA where he spent many years playing at the Ed Burns Arena for his town teams from the Mite level to the Midget level of hockey.  Along with playing for his town organization, Jim played for a variety of Select Teams which included The Boston Braves, The Eastern Massachusetts Lightning & The Eastern Massachusetts Senators.

Jim played for Arlington High School and participated in the Massachusetts Super Eight Tournament each year as well as being Team Captain his Senior Year.  During his High School Years, Jim played in many showcase tournaments including Hockey Night In Boston and New England College Development Organizations.

Jim was recruited at many colleges, but took his hockey skills to Skidmore College (ECAC East) where he was recognized as a solid two-way Defenseman with great vision, ability to log many game minutes, playing a heavy brand of hockey with the strong offensive ability to quarterback the power play.  Jim was elected Team Captain at Skidmore by the coaching staff and his teammates.

Jim has coached many levels of hockey which includes Mite Hockey, Instructional & Developmental Programs and High School Varsity Hockey.  In addition to coaching, Jim has the experience and leadership of Town Level Hockey Board of Directors positions as well as being elected Vice President.

Jim also has experience as a hockey skating and skills instructor with focus on power skating, hockey fundamentals and off-ice preparation.

Jim currently resides in Arlington with his wife Valerie and 2 children Mason and Logan.  Jim loves playing hockey, coaching, spending time with his wife and kids at the rink and vacationing at their summer home in Freeport, Maine when hockey doesn't impact the travel schedule!

Jim is currently a Senior Clinical Project Manager at Hologic, Inc. located in Marlborough, MA.

Coaching Experience:

• 11Vipers, Coach, 2018-present
• 07Vipers, Coach, 2014-present
• Co-Founder & Director, Select Skills Hockey, training learn-to-skate thru college players. Specializing in edgework and stride development. Currently working with various DI-DIII college players, high school, prep school, town youth hockey and select programs throughout Massachusetts. 2000-present
• Owner & Director, TopShelf Hockey, recruiting & coaching teams of the top local high school & prep school players for the college recruitment tournaments. 1999-2002
• USA Hockey Level 4 Certified Advanced Coach

Playing Experience:

• Tampa Bay Lightning, Detriot Vipers (IHL), 2000-01
• University of Vermont (asst capt), 1996-2000
• Dartmouth College Ledyard Bank Tournament MVP, 1999
• UVM Rookie of the Year, 1997
• Northfield Mt Hermon School (captain), 1994-1996
• All New England Prep All Star, 1996
• Pingree School, 1992-1994
• Saugus High School, 1991

Hometown:

• Salisbury, MA

Marc grew up in Barrington, Rhode Island and started playing hockey at age 7.  He credits his
success in hockey to some of his earliest coaches who demanded accountability and required
meticulous technique but meanwhile instilled love of the game. Hockey not only provided him with some of the best experiences, friendships, and mentorships of his life but also provided him with the opportunity to learn critical life lessons.

Marc is currently the Chief Operating Officer of a Boston based retail food business where he
manages a team of 90 employees. He lives in Swampscott, MA with his wife, daughter, and twin
sons. His passion is watching all 3 of his children as well as other children learn, enjoy, improve,
and love the game of hockey the way he does.

Coaching Experience:

• 09Vipers, Coach, 2020-Present
• Salem Swampscott Blades, Director of Hockey Operations, 2019-present
• Salem Swampscott Blades, Coach 2016-20
• Swampscott Salem Blades, Learn to Play Program, Coach
  
• Swampscott Indoor Soccer, Coach, 2017
• Swampscott U9/10 Girls Soccer, Coach 2016-2017
• USA Hockey Level 3 Certified Advanced Coach

Playing Experience:

• Williams College, 1992-96
• • John McCormick Award 1996 An award recognizing a senior team player exhibitingleadership, loyalty, a selfless devotion to the team, a youthful delight in the game of hockey, and above all, a strong personal commitment to community service.
  • 1996 Division 3 AllStar
  • ECAC East Champions 1994

• Northfield Mt Hermon School, 1989-92

• • played under legendary Coach, Chris Serino
  • Student leader of the year award, 1992
  • Junior athlete of the Year Award, 1991
  • Asst Captain, 1990-1991
  • Captain, 1991-92
  • East West Prep school Allstar, 1992

• • 1991 Member of the Massachusetts Chicago Showcase High School Allstar Team
  • Hockey Night in Boston Sophomore Allstar team 1989
  • Hockey Night in Boston RI defenseman of the year Junior Year 1991
  • Hockey Night in Boston RI defenseman of the year Junior Year 1992
• Barrington High School Varsity 1987-89
• Played for RI Saints Hockey Club and Providence Capitals from 1980-1988

Hometown:

• Swampscott, MA

Coaching Experience:

• 08Vipers, Coach, 2020-Present
• 08Islanders, Coach, 2018-20
• Cape Ann Youth Hockey Program, Coach, 2012-15
  
• O'Malley Middle School (Gloucester), Head Coach, 1996-98 & 2006-10
• Gloucester Varsity & JV Pre-season, Coach, 1996-98 & 2006-10
• Cape Ann Youth Hockey, 1992-97  

Playing Experience:

• Bridgeton Academy, 1998-99
• Gloucester High School
  

Hometown:

• Gloucester, MA

Coaching Experience:

• 07Vipers-Elite, Coach, 2014-Present
• Co-Founder & Director, Select Skills Hockey, training learn-to-skate thru college players. Specializing in edgework and stride development. Currently working with various DI-DIII college players, high school, prep school, town youth hockey and select programs throughout Massachusetts. 2000-present
• Owner & Director, TopShelf Hockey, recruiting & coaching teams of the top local high school & prep school players for the college recruitment tournaments. 1999-2002
• USA Hockey Level 4 Certified Advanced Coach

Playing Experience:

• Tampa Bay Lightning, Detriot Vipers (IHL), 2000-01
•  University of Vermont (asst capt), 1996-2000
• Dartmouth College Ledyard Bank Tournament MVP, 1999
• UVM Rookie of the Year, 1997
• Northfield Mt Hermon School (captain), 1994-1996
• All New England Prep All Star, 1996
• Pingree School, 1992-1994
• Saugus High School, 1991

Hometown:

• Salisbury, MA

Coaching Experience:

• 07Vipers-Elite, Coach, 2014-Present
• Lynnfield Youth Hockey, Mite Coach, 2013-present 
• USA Hockey Level I certified 

Playing Experience:

Hometown:

• Lynnfield, MA

Coaching Experience:

• 07Vipers-Elite, Coach, 2016-Present
• Beverly Youth Hockey, Mite Coach, 2013-2015 
• USA Hockey Level I certified 

Playing Experience:

Hometown:

• Beverly, MA

The Vipers want to welcome Coach Fuduka for the 2019-20 season.

Coaching Experience:

• 06Vipers, Coach, 2019-Present
• 06 NS Wings, Coach, 2016-19
• Lynn Youth Hockey, 2012-16
• SAlem/Swampscott Youth Hockey, 2011
• Asst Cach, Bishop Feehan HS, 1993-95
• USA Hockey Level 4 Certified 

Playing Experience:

• Holy Cross College, 1990-93
• Tewksbury High School, 4yrs Varisty. 1986-89

Hometown:

• Tewksbury, MA

The Vipers want to welcome Coach Silva for the 2019-20 season.

Coaching Experience:

• 06Vipers, Coach, 2019-Present
• 06 NS Wings, Coach, 2016-19
• Lynn Youth Hockey, 2012-16t
• 20yrs College Referee
• 15yrs  NEC Hockey Commissioner
• USA Hockey Level 3 certified 

Playing Experience:

• Salem State
• Matt O'Neil Hockey Club (EJHL)
  

Hometown:

• Salem, MA