SHAHA is dedicated to growing the sport of hockey, the fundamental development of our players, and the coaches that guide them on their journey. We are fortunate to be assisted by a strong and experienced skills staff.
Mike Schall – Director of Player and Coach Development
2022 Discover Exceptional Community Coach Mike Schall will coordinate all SHAHA skills development for the 2022-2023 season. Mike has 20-years of coaching experience at all levels from 8U to 18U AAA and currently serves as head coach for the Bethel Park varsity program.
Ray Conway – Lead Skills Instructor
Coach Ray rejoins the SHAHA family after leading Pens Elite teams for the past 16 years. In addition to head coaching experience, Ray has led skating and skills sessions for over a decade. He is a teacher and lifelong resident of the south hills.
Bob Gergerich – Skills Instructor
Coach Bob continues his support of SHAHA athlete development. Bob is the President and Head Instructor of IHC Hockey. He played professional hockey in Europe and North America, and junior hockey in Canada. He is a certified USA Hockey Master Coach and an ISI certified hockey and skating instructor. Bob scouts for ISS Hockey and the North American Hockey League Central Scouting.
Mike Yaremko – Goalie Instructor
Coach Yaremko has over 15 years of experience coaching goalies that have played in the AHL, ECHL, NCAA D1 & D3, USHL, ACHA, and various other leagues. He is also a goalie coach coordinator and strength and conditioning coach with USA Hockey. Mike holds a BS in sports management and exercise science. He owns Blue Paint Training, a hockey specific strength and conditioning facility. Mike is also a lead instructor at Shane Clifford Goalie School.