Testimonials
"At Premier Hockey Development there is no standing around. They kept my son moving for 70 minutes straight. The best part was that he loved every second of it and couldn't wait to go back. The combination of skating and skill development was fantastic. We'll definitely be back to train with PHD in the future."
-Rich Wheland
"I have been taking my son to Brad for the last 3 years for both on-ice and off-ice workouts. Brad has the flexibility to work with my son both individually and as part of small groups. I have noticed a marked improvement in my son's skill development and work ethic since starting training with Brad. There is always personal feedback after every lesson regarding what he needs to work on as well as what areas he is showing improvement. Personally, I feel Brad and Premier Hockey Development offers the best value for the money spent in terms of development."
-Bill Murtha
"Brad has worked with my 9 year old son over the past year and his progress has been measurable. He is one of the most passionate, knowledgeable and organized skating and skills instructors in Western Pennsylvania. His sessions are fast moving, efficient, goal oriented and primarily focus on the base fundamental skills that are required to play the game at a high level. Highly recommended!"
"My son began working with Coach Brad over a year ago. He immediately clicked with Coach Brad’s high-energy, fast-paced style of coaching. There is NO down time. I am always impressed with the number of different skills (proper skating technique, passing, stickhandling, shooting) that Coach Brad incorporates into a single drill or workout. My son has done private lessons, group lessons, and off-ice sessions with Coach Brad. He makes all of these different types of sessions fun while also challenging my son to improve and providing great instruction. "
-Portia Miller"
"We are beyond impressed with Brad’s unique approach to training and the personal investment he makes in each player. He has an exceptional ability to orchestrate every training session to engage with an entire group while also providing individual, real-time feedback to each player. His coaching style maximizes every minute and helps players strive to continuously elevate their performance during each drill. "
"Every session offers Brad’s unique blend of high energy, professional-level technical skill and knowledge, and reflects his love of skating and hockey, creating an intense and invaluable training experience. We cannot be more pleased with our son’s development both on and off the ice since he started training with Brad."
-Mark and Jeannine Lenart
"My 08 son Max has been playing hockey since he was 4 years old and attended many camps and had numerous private lessons from various instructors. When I tell him he has a Coach Michalski lesson he gets very excited. As a parent I couldn’t be happier watching the intensity and variety coach Michalski puts into the lessons. He is definitely in the top tier of coaches in the Pittsburgh area."
-Jeff Modrovich
"Brad has worked with my twin daughters beginning at the u14 level. Both girls saw significant development/improvement during their training with Brad in an off-ice and on-ice environment."
"Brad is skilled at assessing the areas of improvement and developing a program to suit each player. One size does not fit everyone."
-Kevin MacKay
"COACH BRAD IS A CLASS ACT AND A TRUE DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL
AS THE GAME CONTINUES TO EVOLVE AND GET FASTER, THE NEED FOR YOUNG PLAYERS TO ACQUIRE A PROPER FOUNDATION TO COMPETE AND THRIVE IS ALL PREDICATED ON THE MOST BASIC FUNDAMENTAL SKILL SETS. THIS IS COACH BRAD'S CALLING CARD AND HIS APPROACH TO DEVELOPING ELITE SKILLS IS AWESOME. HAVE BEEN FORTUNATE ENOUGH TO WORK WITH SOME OF THE VERY BEST DEVELOPMENT MINDS IN BOTH CANADA AND THE UNITED STATES, ITS CLEAR TO US THAT COACH BRAD'S SKILLS DRIVEN APPROACH IS AMONGST THE VERY BEST DEVELOPMENT VALUE IN THE GAME. "
-TEAM MELNIK
"People should invest with PHD because the results are noticeable. Since starting with Brad, my kids have become much more comfortable with the puck on their sticks and you can see a difference in their games. Brad is always willing to answer questions and offer advice."
"Personalized attention and the ability to create personalized development plans. Not too many businesses offer this level of 1:1 interaction. I can say that I have NEVER received this type of service with any other development coach."
"PHD provides a personal experience for your hockey player. The drills encourage players to push themselves. The immediate and constant feedback helps them to grow as players."
"Brad is a coach that is honest with each player, who pushes them to their full potential, and does NOT favor individuals."
"Simple ... Brad is the best skating AND skills coach you will ever find."
"I want my skater to develop as a well-rounded player, teammate, and leader. PHD is different in that they have THE SAME GOAL. It's not just about scoring, skills, and drills. It's a training program about being a leader on & off the ice."
"Throughout our training sessions - virtual & on ice group - Brad has come to be a trusted coach who really cares about the players he is working with. He isn't just an instructor. He is dedicated to his players."
"When you invest in PHD you get exactly that - PHD/Brad. You do not get a staff member. You get Brad and everything BRAD brings to the table."
"The PHD brand is for any hockey player that wants to put in the work to get better. I have a son that plays AAA hockey and a son that plays A hockey. They both benefit greatly from Brad's training. He asks a lot of his athletes so the kids get a lot out of his trainings."
"Regardless of current skill/level of play, PHD is for the players who want to make long term investments in themselves. This training is not for someone who does not want to work hard."
"PHD is for anyone looking to improve his or her game. Brad and his family will work hard to help your player improve his/her game."
"It is for anyone who wants to see improvement and results."
"Any hockey player, dek or ice, that wants to develop their skating and hockey skills."
"The great thing is that PHD is for all levels of hockey players. For the younger player, PHD introduces skills and drills that they will continue to work on throughout their hockey days. PHD does NOT 'dummy down' hockey. They raise the bar and the kids elevate both their play and knowledge of the game. Nothing better than to see a mite with a huge smile when they realize they are doing the same drills as a NHL player and NCAA hockey team. For the elite players, PHD takes their game to a whole new level incorporating both on and off ice conditioning and situational drills."
"Hockey players that always know there is room for improvement, have drive, and a good work ethic!"
"Brad combines multiple skills into a single drill. He quickly transitions between the various drills for
minimal downtime."
"PHD offers personalized training that really supports areas of growth and rewards areas of strength. It offers complex skating & skill classes that take into account real life game situations. Experience with other training development has been more of a 'one size fits all' approach. PHDs flexibility of PHD is a plus!"
"A family owned and run business - looking to help make hockey a positive experience for your children. Brad will know your child's name after their first clinic! Kids are not just filling a spot. His drills will make your kids think, which they should be doing on the ice, while also helping them to develop skills and stamina. Positively encourages kids through clinics and everyone takes away different ideas they are motivated to work on. PHD caters to YOUR child - boy, girl, Juniors, AAA, A - it doesn't matter. Brad works with everyone to help them be their best!"
"PHD creates a motivating environment. Brad pushes each skater to their fullest potential. Because of this, you will see your player developing skills right in front of your eyes."
"There are on & off ice sessions. You have a coach that can skate better than any coach we have seen. We appreciate the accountability and hard work he instills in the kids."
"PHD represents a philosophy ... a way of life; a mindset of commitment, dedication, and determination to succeed."
"He connects on a personal level. He delivers constructive criticism in a way that makes the player want to strive to improve. He doesn't give up on a player when they are not being successful with a drill or skill. He keeps experimenting with ideas to help them achieve success!"