16U AA2 Team
Pat Harrington steps into the head coach role for the 16U AA team after four years as an assistant coach and goalie coach, during which he also played a key role in the Jr. Amerks' goalie and player development programs. With eight years of hockey coaching experience in the Rochester area and a decade as a head coach in soccer, Pat brings a well-rounded coaching background. He is USA Hockey Level 4 certified.
A Rochester native, Pat grew up playing in the Rochester Youth Hockey Organization before competing for four years with the Rush-Henrietta Royal Comets Varsity team. His coaching philosophy emphasizes teamwork, accountability, and self-motivation, both on and off the ice.
Pat lives in West Henrietta with his wife, Jessica, and their two sons. Off the ice, he works as a Field Support Manager at Paychex Inc.
Season Overview
- 40+ Games including tournaments
- High School friendly pre/post split season schedule
- Member of Western New York Amateur Hockey League
- Two team practices per week (Full-ice)
- Skills clinics by RIC Academy & NAHL Jr. Amerks every other week
- Goaltender clinics by New Edge School of Goaltending throughout the season
- Off-ice training with Next Level Strength and Conditioning
- Team building and community service events