Mike spent his Youth years playing hockey in Florida. Under the guidance of former NHL players like John Muckler, John Tucker, and Kahlil Thomas, Mike developed a strong passion and love for the game of Hockey.
As Mike progressed through youth hockey, he would move to Buffalo where he would play for Mike Peca and the Buffalo Junior Sabres AAA for multiple years before transitioning to junior hockey with the NA3 Southern Tier Express and the Lewiston/Auburn (Maine)Nordiques.
With over a decade of experience as a skills coach with various programs including CPH, Maine Gladiators, and Pineville Falcons, Mike is now entering his fourth year behind the bench. Mike is dedicated to nurturing talent and sharing his love for hockey with the next generation.