NORTHLAND HOCKEY DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY

Northland Hockey Development Academy is a hockey services company run by professional educators (current professional players) offering camps, clinics, personalized private lessons, and video analysis to kids in Northern, Minnesota and Wisconsin (Cloquet, Duluth, Hermantown, Proctor, Grand Rapids, and Superior).

Meet the Crew

Westin Michaud
Hometown ~ Cloquet, Minnesota
High School ~ Cloquet-Esko-Carlton
Junior Teams ~ Corpus Christi Ice Rays, Sioux Falls Stampede
College ~ Colorado College, North Dakota
Professional ~ Manitoba Moose, Kansas City Mavericks, Maine Mariners, HC Banska Bystrica, Savannah Ghost Pirates, Odense Bulldogs, Nottingham Panthers

Konrad Kausch
Hometown ~ Duluth, Minnesota
High School ~ Duluth East High School
Junior Teams ~ Bridgewater Bandits, Minnesota Wilderness, Alexandria Blizzard, Chippewa Falls
College ~ Liberty University

Patrick Dunaiski
Hometown ~ Cloquet, Minnesota
High School ~ Cloquet-Esko-Carlton
Junior Teams ~ Granite City Lumberjacks, Minnesota Wilderness
College ~ Concordia College

Mission Statement
At Northland Hockey Development Camp, our mission is to develop young athletes into their best selves where we focus on teamwork and training both on and off the ice. Our crew is committed to continue serve the Northland with an inclusive and engaging environment, where every individual is challenged, supported, and valued. With our deep commitment to personal growth, skill development, and team spirit - Our goal is to not only build strong players and connections on & off the ice, but even stronger athletes in the classroom and through the community of the Northland.

Lucas Rauner
Hometown ~ Cloquet, Minnesota
High School ~ Cloquet-Esko-Carlton
Junior Teams ~ New Jersey Hitman, Idaho Spud Kings

Dylan Johnson
Hometown ~ Cloquet, Minnesota
High School ~ Cloquet-Esko-Carlton
Junior Teams ~ Minnesota Wilderness, Odessa Jackalopes
College Teams ~ University of Wisconsin-Superior
Professional ~ Birmingham Bulls, Motor City Rockers, Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs

ALL Hour Long On Ice Camp Days
AND Half Day Camps
INCLUDE:

ALL BOYS BIRTH YEAR SUMMER CAMP DESCRIPTIONS INCLUDE THE TERM CO-ED IN THEM:

ON ICE ACVTIVITIES:

Foundational Cone Instruction, Hockey IQ Teaching, Intrinsic and Extrinsic Individual Development, Ride the Glide, Edge Work, Mini Games/Scrimmage, Foundational Skill Work, and More.

OFF ICE ACTIVITIES:

Plyometric, Activation, Shooting, Techniques/Stickhandling, Watching Film, Comprehension of Systematic Structured Game Play, New Concepts of Dynamic Warmups, Soft tissue Work, Recovery/Nutrition talks, Mental Health Awareness/Training, and Teambuilding Games. Images Below as an Example.

OUR DEDICATED STAFF

Committed to Care & Teaching & Learning

TESTIMONIALS

HIGHLY EDUCATED AND CARING STAFF ON HAND - 2025 PARENT REVIEWS

Konrad Kausch ( Liberty University D1 )

I have had the privilege of growing up in Northern Minnesota, where hockey has blessed me with life lessons both on and off the ice. This is my 3rd year working with NHDA, where my focus is on the younger generation of goalies and guiding them with advice through the upcoming 7 weeks of camp. This allows for my clients to develop fundamentals that will set them apart in the upcoming season. A way I plan on achieving this is to set goals with my goalies early in camp, allowing for on ice feedback as well as off ice video through 7 weeks of training. One thing I have found true with every goalie They all have their own pathway to their goals, whether that is set in youth, high school, juniors, college, or professional. Through my youth with Duluth East, it has always been a dream of mine to playing college hockey and pursue my goal to play professional hockey. I plan on receiving my Master's Degree from Liberty University in 2028, where I am studying Sports Management while double minoring in Coaching & Ministry. With that being said, I am extremely excited to be back working with NHDA and being a light to the younger generation of goalies in the Northland.

Patrick Dunaiski ( Concordia College D3 )

The game of hockey has taught me the importance of hard-work, discipline, accountability, and leadership. To me, hockey is more than just a sport, it has truly shaped me into the person I am today. Developing life skills, learning who I am as a player/individual/teammate, and creating memories & relationships makes hockey something very special to me.

Lucas Rauner ( Idaho Spud Kings NCDC )

Hockey has brought me numerous important qualities that will stick with me throughout the rest of my life, including perseverance, how to deal with struggle, patience, and much more. Hockey has also brought me some of the best relationships in my life and pushed my social circle. This summer, I’m excited to spend time with the kids and make some more memories!

CONTACT US

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