Coach Alex Szerenyi
Sport: Sledge Hockey
Please list accomplishments / highlights (including placing, location, dates, titles, awards, etc.):
2002 Kitchener Junior Sledge Tourney – 1st Place
2002 Windsor Junior Sledge Tourney – 1st Place
2003 Thornhill Junior Sledge Tourney – 1st Place
2003 Windsor Junior Sledge Tourney – 1st Place
2007 London Blizzard Junior Sledge Tourney – 2nd Place
What do you like best about coaching and being involved in sports?
Working with the kids teaching not only hockey skills, but also life skills such as working together as a team (teamwork) & feeling good about your accomplishments (self-esteem).
What sport do you coach or play and what made you decide to do this sport?
I used to play baseball at a very competitive level, therefore I got an early taste of competition. My son started playing sledge hockey 10 years ago, which is how I started.
Who are your role models and why?
First of all my parents who taught me to value life for what you have & to always put others before yourself.
Secondly, Roger Nielson for teaching me how to coach. He always made sure our practices were fun & that we developed our skill level. He also realized each player’s potential & strengths & put them into situations that they were going to succeed, therefore building confidence & self-esteem.
How are you motivated and what are your goals for the future?
I am self-motivated because I have both personal & professional goals that are written down. Each year I challenge myself to achieve them. My outlook to life is to always have a positive attitude & not be afraid of challenging myself, stepping out of my comfort zone.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
Sporting activities such as golf, tennis, curling, hiking, biking & baseball.
What advice would you have for someone just starting in the sport that you are in?
Come out with a positive attitude ready to experience some fun.
What is your favorite saying?
Believe in Yourself.
What are your hobbies and interests besides sports?
Travelling, painting (art), theatre, reading mystery novels.
Other thoughts or comments:
Nothing comes to mind.
