by Jon Bigg posted 11/29/2009 Maksymum Hockey LLC, is pleased to announced the Syracuse Stars Junior A Hockey Team will be
joining the Maksymum Hockey family. The Stars compete in the Eastern Junior Hockey League. The
Stars were formed twenty years ago by current owner, coach and general manger, Don Kirnan.
The Stars are a premium Junior A franchise with a track record of placing players into quality college
programs and, for some, the professional hockey ranks. “Having this team join our world class training
company will only enhance an already strong hockey program.” comments Dave Maksymiu, a partner at
Maksymum Hockey along with his brother Tony and Jeff Kolcon.
The Eastern Junior Hockey league ranks as one of the best development leagues for future college
hockey players in North America. “We are extremely happy to be a part of such a strong league and look
forward to helping players fulfill their hockey dreams.” says Tony Maksymiu.
“We expect a smooth transition” states Tony. “Don Kirnan will be key to the move to Rochester, New York
at the end of the 2009-2010 season. He will remain involved with the team moving forward.”
“Adding a Junior A franchise strengthens hockey and the development model locally by adding the top
piece to the development pyramid.” states Tony Maksymiu. The team will utilize the Athletic Republic off
ice training program, owned by Maksymum Hockey along with Dr. Paul Cialone. Athletic Republic
includes a skating treadmill, high speed running treadmills, a computerized shooting lane (Rapid Shot)
and state of the art training protocols. The Athletic Republic enhancement will include utilizing proprietary
software designed to merge athletic performance with nutrition, recovery and mental focus. “The junior
level players will receive training that is equivalent or better than any professional program” says Cialone.
Maksymum Hockey, a leader in hockey player development, provides clinics, camps, and private lessons
to hockey players of all ages. Maksymum Hockey also owns and operates the Maksymum Junior B
hockey club that competes in the Empire Junior Hockey League. “Our Junior B team will be an important
component to the Junior A team. Younger players will get exposure to the Junior A program through our
current Junior B team and have the opportunity to move up” states Tony .
“World class facilities and training, a proven development model along with a great Junior A hockey
franchise will lead to exciting hockey and a great experience for players and fans.” says Tony Maksymiu.
Tryouts for both the Junior A and Junior B teams will be held in April. Information will be posted at
Maksymum.com.
