“I never anticipated the profound growth my son experienced in just one week. While he has certainly improved his hockey skills, what impresses me most is his personal growth. He made friends with kids from all over the world—Quebec, Korea, California, Texas, and more–and returned home with an unparalleled level of confidence. The time away from electronics was a much-needed cleanse, and he’s now more appreciative of his life, more helpful around the house, and ready to take on new challenges.”
Kyle- Wrentham, Massachusetts
“I would like to offer my sincerest thank you to you and the entire staff at the Elite Hockey Camp! I couldn’t be more impressed with the experience. From the moment we arrived and stepped out of the car, the professionalism from the entire staff was evident. They were organized and efficient, ensuring every aspect of check-in went smoothly. The counselors were incredibly positive and friendly, creating a welcoming environment for the kids and parents alike, which greatly reduced our anxiety levels during arrival/check in. This was my son’s first ‘stay away’ camp, so naturally we were both a bit nervous and unsure of what to expect. By the time I left after getting him settled in his dorm, my concerns and anxieties were minimal He had a great experience! ”
Patricia- Melbourne, Florida
I just wanted to say thank you for an amazing two weeks. My son said it was the absolute greatest two weeks of his entire life and he can’t wait to come back next year for 3 weeks! As you mentioned during the closing meeting, knowing your child is in a safe and loving environment is everything so THANK YOU for taking such good care of our son.
Candice- Fairfield, Connecticut
“Thanks again for a wonderful year at Elite for our daughter. She is finally old enough to give me a detailed description of what the camp is all about and she just truly treasures the experience from top to bottom. She is looking forward to another two weeks next year and we are also excited to say her sister, who is 8, has decided she wants to attend for a week next year as well. Thanks for all the hard work that goes into making such a special experience for all the campers.”
Chris- Sterling, Massachusetts
“I wanted to reach out and let you know my daughter’s coaches were astonished with the improvements she made at your camp. They were so impressed they have told many of her teammates to try and attend next summer. My daughter could not stop talking about the entire staff from her counselors to the conditioning coaches. She absolutely LOVED your camp and is already looking for to two more weeks next summer. As a parent we could have not been more impressed at how organized and structured your camp was. I also want to add that the no electronics policy is invaluable for the campers. I just amazed when we picked her up from camp the last day and saw all the kids conversing and laughing with one another. Thank you so much again for all you do to make such memorable experiences for these campers.”
Belinda- San Jose, California
“We could not be happier with this year’s camp experience. Last year he signed up for one week and this year he was there for two weeks. Your coaches and counselors were great. The schedule and structure was very well done. We attend lots of camps and your camp is one of the best. My son really had a special time.”
Chris- East Hampton, New York
“Elite Hockey Camp has been a huge help with my daughter’s development. I think that being away from her usual teams, where pigeon-holing is the norm, she got a chance to play with better players and seems to have gained a lot of confidence and higher expectations. This past year, she was top scorer on her high school team and MVP and Honorable Mention for the NHIAA Allstate team. I know that her time at camp played a big role in that.
So, a huge thanks to you and others for this camp!”
Marc- Durham, NH
“Your camp it really made my son a better hockey player and when you see him you will be floored with how much he has changed for the better since the camp. He works so hard and really goes by what your staff have taught him as well as what was assigned to keep following up on.
Thank you for being here this year, he is so excited about camp this year.”
Don- Nolansville, Tennesee
“Quick note to say that my daughter hasn’t stopped talking about what a great time she had and what she improved upon. She is already taking about going back and her little brother is ready too. Thank you to you, the coaches and admin staff!”
Karyn- Pepperell, Massachusetts
“Now that the camp is over and the dust has settled. I wanted to thank you so much for all you did. My daughter has been on cloud nine since returning. She had nothing but wonderful things to say. She made great friends, felt supported and enjoyed playing hockey. So thank you.”
Justin- Portland, Oregon
“Thank you so much for an amazing week at camp this summer. We were so thrilled with the hockey, the new friends and the amazing coaches. We really appreciate all you do.”
Amy- Newton. Massachusetts
“I wanted to thank you for giving my daughter such a wonderful experience. The girls have created a group chat and have been talking nonstop and are trying to figure out ways to see each other during tournaments or other trips. She and her friends are already talking about next year at camp.”
Wendy- Monrovia, Maryland
“Thank you so much for the camp. It was an excellent experience for the boys, pushed them in their skill building, and with good memories of the staff and teammates. This will be a fond memory for us in the future, with hopes to attend in the future.”
Seth- Burr Ridge, Illinois
“Just wanted to let you know that my daughter had a great time at camp and said “I definitely want to do it again next year”! She raved about her counselors. Thank you for provided a safe, fun and so well organized experience! Best wishes for the rest of your summer!”
Pippa- Amherst, Massachusetts
“My daughter had an absolutely amazing time. Best, best, best. On a scale from 1-10 she gave your camp a 10. She loved her counselor Abby and all the new friends she made. She even said the food was amazing. The friends that went with her felt the same way. I am not surprised. You are the best t what you do.
Thank you so much! I am a happy dad.”
Lloyd- Greenwich, Connecticut
“Thank you! This was our son’s first year at Elite Hockey summer boarding camp and I wish I had discovered your camp years ago! He had a great experience – the facilities were great, his counselors were amazing, he advanced his goaltending and made new friends. He plans to attend again next summer.
Thank you for a great three weeks!”
Breon- Blue Bell, Pennsylvania
“Thank you so very much for providing a fun, safe, two weeks of hockey camp for my son. You would not believe how much his skating improved being immersed in your program – he wishes he did this years ago! Also thank you for dealing with me, the nervous first-time camper mom, and answering all my questions and emails regarding his allergies, etc.
It was a great two weeks of growth for both myself and my son and we will definitely see you all next summer!
Thank you!”
Cheryl- Milton, Massachusetts
“Thank you for running your Elite Hockey camp this summer, despite the pandemic. After a long spring of isolation and quarantine, it was so important for these kids to get away from home, get back on the ice, and play the sport that they love.
I know it was quite an effort to revise camp plans to conform to all of the various health and safety guidelines, but you did an amazing job making sure everybody stayed safe, had fun, and got better at hockey. My son Marcos really enjoyed it (just as he did two years ago).
This is our family’s fifth year with your camp — two for Marcos, one for our daughter Rosie (at Norwich), and two for our daughter Carmen (at Dartmouth). Each of the kids loved it, as did my nephew Carlos, who attended a few years ago with Marcos.
With four kids, our family has participated in many, many hockey (and other sports) camps, and yours is truly first rate. Always fun, always well run. I will continue to recommend it to others, and hope to send Marcos back for his third time next summer.”
“Heartfelt Thanks! Elle really enjoyed the Elite Hockey Camp. Everyone was well organized and professional. Very appreciative of the amount of effort that went into this year with all the challenges. Going to camp went a long along way to making the summer vacation an exciting time which was so important with what the kids have had to adjust to over the last 5 months.”
“ Thank you Patti and your staff for all your hard work with a very difficult situation. We really appreciate it! We are looking forward to next summer with hopefully not having restrictions! ”
“ Thank you and the entire Elite team for another great year at camp. Robert had a blast – loved hearing all about it in the car ride home yesterday. Even with the restrictions and masks, sounds like there was a lot of great hockey and fun times. Really appreciate all you did to make this year happen – and safely for the boys. Have a great rest of the summer and see you next year! ”
“ Thank you, Patti and all the camp counselors, coaches, and staff. Gabby enjoyed herself very much and can’t wait to return, and we felt very comfortable sending her because of the clear safety precautions you put in place. Your camp stood head and shoulders above others because of your commitment to everyone’s safety. Thank you for teaching them hockey and keeping them safe. See you next year!”
“ First of all thank you very much for all of your time and effort to have made the camp possible in these Covid times. Kevin thoroughly enjoyed and benefitted from the Elite experience. My personal thanks to you and your team and best wishes. ”
“ I can’t thank you and your staff enough for the experience my daughter Gianna had this summer. She absolutely loved it and I can’t imagine a summer going forward that Elite Hockey Camp is not a part of for her. Thank you for all you did to keep everyone safe and
have a fabulous experience. See you next summer.”
“ Thank you so much again for opening your camp in this unprecedented year! It was a godsend for us, and CJ simply had the time of his life….first sleepaway camp and never missed us once! Stay well, and thank for your carrying on your father’s tradition!
We’ll be back next year! ”
“ Thank you Patti for another great year! I commend you on your hard work and attention to detail this year. There were SO many rules you had to follow and I don’t know how you all did it! It was a challenge to stay safe in this environment- and our daughter was safe in your hands. Thank you! ”
“ Ryan and I are so grateful for this piece of normalcy you, the Elite Staff, and school gave to Griffin. Over the years he has learned so much but the friendships he has made are priceless. Thank you for all of the hard work and continued instruction you afford our son to have every summer! ”
“ Thank you for all the hard work and effort this year. As this was Bronwyn’s 3rd year at Elite and even with all the stress and change this year has brought, she had a great time and made friends from around the country. And, not once did we ever feel that she wasn’t safe. Thank you.”
“ Patti, as I read your post it brought tears to my eyes. Your dad would be amazed and proud. The staff is amazing and to pull this off during a pandemic! Epic! I personally am thankful for the last 5 years that Owen has been with you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I always felt like we were family. May you have many more years of successful camps in the future! Thank you so much! ”
“Thank you Patti and all the coaches, counselors and staff. Christina enjoyed every minute of camp and is ready for next year. You really provide an amazing experience and all the work and extra effort this year did not go unnoticed. Thanks for everything you do for our hockey players. ”
“ My boy had nothing but good things to say about his experience this summer. Thank you for putting in all of the very hard work needed to make Elite Camp happen safely this summer. We appreciate you! ”
“ Connor had so much fun and can’t wait to go back next year! It will be his Christmas gift. His first overnight camp….great experience! Thank you for all your hard work and answering questions. Tell Barbara thank you too! ”
“ Thanks for all your hard work. It must have been exhausting. ELITE has been great for all three of my boys and so many of my Parizeau nephews. I’m saddened that next year will be Wylie’s last. Enjoy your down time and kudos for pulling it off this year. ”
“ We are so happy we discovered this camp for Connor. He is absolutely obsessed with hockey and this was his first sleep away camp. When I picked him up on Friday I don’t think I have ever seen the child so happy. He cannot wait to attend next year. ”
“ Well, Sam had another great time at Elite this year. I’m sad he’s aging out, and so is he! It’s wonderful that you are carrying on the program started by your dad. I’m sure he would be so proud. Best of luck to you, your staff, and the Elite program. Hopefully, the program will carry on for at least another 35 years. ”
“ We are very impressed with Elite Hockey organization, especially your attention to any detail regarding our son. We know how hard it is to keep track of just my little one Imagine 140 of them! ”
“ Just want to drop a quick note and let you know our daughter had a fantastic time at the camp last week. Even though the camp experience was very different than past years, she had an absolute blast. She loved the friendships she was able to make with the other campers and she really adored the coaches and counselors. Thank you for providing such a wonderful experience!! ”
“ Monica had a FANTASTIC time at the camp for the last 2 weeks! Thank you and your staff for taking such good care of her and making it enjoyable. ”
“ Thank you Patti for all you do but this year even more so!! It was no easy task and we are so grateful that this camp was even able to happen! Your dedication to these kids is admirable and I wish I could have given you a hug at pick up to let you know how thankful I am for taking such good care of them. Dani learned so much from the coaches in the two weeks she was there and made many new friends! ”
“ Thank you so much for another great year. We appreciated all of the work that went into this year’s camp! We can not say enough positive things about our daughter’s experience and development. She had a great time and cannot wait until next summer. Thank you for helping all of our kids be the best they can be on and off the ice. See you for year 36!!! ”
“ Thank you Patti and Elite! Boys had a great time and so happy you were able to continue your Dads legacy! ”
“ Thank you for everything! I can’t thank the staff at camp enough for making sure Ethan had the best time! What a great first camp
experience. Can’t wait for next year! ”
“ Patti, as I read your post it brought tears to my eyes. Your dad would be amazed and proud. The staff is amazing and to pull this off during a pandemic! Epic! I personally am thankful for the last 5 years that Owen has been with you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I always felt like we were family. May you have many more years of successful camps in the future! Thank you so much! ”
“ This was Richie’s 3rd year at camp and he said it was the best year yet Your team does an amazing job. Attitude is everything. Thank you to all. ”