MISSION
For Women, By Women
The Hockey Academy is dedicated to empowering female hockey players through webinars, camps, and team workshops. Join us as we explore essential topics such as nutrition, mental toughness, menstrual informed training, injury prevention, and college hockey recruiting, all led by professional athletes and coaches. Elevate your game and connect with the experts to reach your full potential.
OUR TEAM
Athletic Mindset Coach
Danielle McDonough
played in the National Women’s Hockey League for 2 years and professionally in Lugano, Switzerland for 2 years. She played Division 1 for Providence College, where she helped lead the team to 4 consecutive league championships. After retiring from professional sport Danielle earned her MA in Sport & Exercise Psychology and is now CEO of Peak Performance Training LLC. She is the official Mental Skills Coach for the USA Hockey National Development Camp and author of The Empowered Athlete—Self-Confidence, Self-Acceptance, and Self-Worth: An Athlete’s Guide to Excellence.
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Katie Peterson
played Division 1 hockey at the University of Minnesota, winning two National Championships. Katie Peterson, PsyD, LP, provides clinical services for a wide range of individuals. She has worked in the field for over 7 years, helping youth and adults grow and accomplish their goals. Katie uses evidence-based approaches in her work to increase confidence, improve self-esteem, create meaningful change, and achieve top performance.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN, CNSC)
Courtney Marino
is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN, CNSC) with four years of clinical experience and a lifelong passion for hockey. A former two-time assistant captain for the University of Delaware's ACHA Women's Division II hockey team, she has also served as head coach of the Morristown Beard Girls JV Ice Hockey team and has been a hockey skating and skills instructor for more than a decade. Courtney combines her expertise in clinical and metabolic nutrition with firsthand experience in athlete development, helping athletes fuel for performance, maximize recovery, and achieve their goals.
Athletic Trainer
Morgan Martin
earned her Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science and Master's degree in athletic training from Lebanon Valley College, where she played 4 years of NCAA DIII ice hockey. She then went on to serve 2 seasons as an athletic trainer for Salem State University, where she traveled with the university's women's ice hockey team. She currently works with the air crew at Seymour-Johnson Air Force Base in North Carolina.
Certified Sports Nutritionist
Stefanie Rock
is a certified sports nutritionist specializing in the unique needs of youth and teen athletes- including fundamentals specific to female athletes- so they can confidently, and accurately, fuel their game & foundation to maximize performance and recovery, strengthen their developmental growth, and minimize their risk of non-contact injury.
Working with athletes, teams, and organizations throughout the US and Canada, Stefanie is passionate about empowering the next generation of athletes and eliminating fueling confusion for athletes and parents.
Hockey Advisor
Taylor Borrelli
served as the Regional Girls Hockey Director and Hockey Director for York Devils Girls for 2 years. During her time with York, Taylor coached the U19 girls' team, placing several athletes at Tier 1, NCAA, and ACHA schools.
Taylor played four years NCAA Division III ice hockey at Lebanon Valley College as a top defensemen.
Today, she works with girls players of all ages in their transition from youth to college hockey, Tier 2 to Tier 1, and everywhere in between.
INSIGHTS
Performance Nutrition for Female Hockey Players
Performance-Based Nutrition Strategies
Proper nutrition plays a crucial role in the performance and recovery of hockey players. Through our Nutrition 101 courses, players can enhance their energy levels, improve stamina, and support muscle recovery. Understanding nutrition helps players make informed choices that fuel your body, ultimately leading to better on-ice performance. Adopting healthy eating habits not only boosts abilities but also promotes overall well-being.
Mental Performance & Confidence Training
Build Your Mental Game
A mindset optimization program designed for athletes who aim to train their minds as diligently as they train their bodies. This program fosters lasting confidence, focus, and resilience that extends well beyond game day.
Menstrual Cycle & Recovery Optimization
Recovery Techniques
Understanding how hormonal fluctuations impact energy levels, mood, and performance allows individuals to customize their training for optimal results. Discover the stages of the menstrual cycle, strategies for exercising during cramps, tips for managing emotions, and when to aim for a personal record in the gym. Embracing a cycle-aware approach will enhance your training and game play.
Injury Prevention
Holistic Health Solutions
How you fuel, hydrate, sleep, and manage stress determine how you play, grow, and recover. We are dedicated to improving athletes' holistic well-being, for better health and performance on and off the ice. In these seminars, we discuss strategies for optimizing sleep, injury prevention, and recovery for long-term performance.
