Coach Kelly, a native of Hamilton, Ontario, has been involved with the Wonderland Wizards Youth Hockey Association since the organization’s inception in 2003.
Paul runs many programs and clinics throughout the year dedicated to hockey skills and skating development of the Wonderland Wizards players.
Coach Kelly’s accomplishments include:
Head coach at the Mite through Midget and Girls levels, with many state championship and tournament wins.
Director of the Wonderland Wizards House Program
Director of the Wonderland Wizards Mite Development Travel Program
Before joining the Wizards, Coach Kelly has had numerous years of experience at the playing and coaching level:
Coached at the Professional Level for 8 years
Played at the Professional Level for 9 years
Draft pick for the LA Kings
Played 4 years for the New Haven Night Hawks
Coach of the Fairfield High School Girls Hockey team for 9 years
Coach of the Fairfield University Girls Hockey team for 9 years
Coaching Philosophy:
Coach Kelly’s philosophy to his players is “Work Hard and Have Fun”. He also believes that what works for one player doesn’t always work for another. Individuals have individual needs.
