OUR STORY
TL Elite Hockey was founded in 2021 by Brendan Hayden with a mission to provide accessible, high-quality player development across New England. Brendan’s experience competing at the EHL level, along with the expertise of our coaching staff, drives a training environment focused on skill growth, confidence, and long-term success as players advance through the game.
OUR MISSION
What Sets Us Apart
At TL Elite Hockey, our mission is to empower youth athletes by providing a comprehensive training environment that focuses on mastering the fundamentals of the game. Our fast-paced sessions, designed with high repetition and intensity,
allow players to develop their skills at an accelerated rate. We believe that by instilling strong hockey fundamentals, we are not only shaping talented athletes but also nurturing individuals who embody leadership, discipline, and integrity both on and off the ice.
"Great my son had a lot of fun and learned a lot. Brendan did a great job at correcting and ensuring my son was doing correctly."
"Ronan loves going to his sessions. He feels confident and positive about each session which motivates him to go."
"My son enjoys the TL Elite Hockey environment, variety of drills, and limited number of players at each session which is greatly assisting with his confidence and game play."
"This is by far my son’s favorite skills session. He is having fun and excelling in his development."
OUR TEAM
Before establishing himself in the coaching and player development side of the game, Brendan Heayden honed his skills in youth hockey in Massachusetts. By the end of his high school career, he had become one of the all-time point leader's and the first player in the program's history to start and play at the varsity level as an 8th grader. Brendan then progressed to junior hockey, where he captained the NE Knights and played over 100 junior games. After his playing career concluded in the EHL with the WEHC, Brendan transitioned immediately into coaching, working as the director for Vikings Hockey Club.
Coach Brendan
Coach Mitch grew up in Lincoln, Rhode Island, where he began his hockey journey. After playing youth hockey in Rhode Island, he advanced to junior hockey in the NAHL, playing for the Bismarck Bobcats and South Shore Kings. Mitch continued his hockey career at Salve Regina University before moving up to the professional level, playing in the ECHL for the Atlanta Gladiators, the Nashville Predators' ECHL affiliate. With extensive experience both on the ice and behind the bench, Mitch has spent numerous summers coaching youth players at various camps and clinics. He is dedicated to helping the next generation of hockey players achieve their goals and takes pride in serving as a role model for younger players aspiring to high-level careers.
