Shaping the future of hockey in Maine
At Alex Kurtz Hockey, we are dedicated to shaping the future of hockey in Maine and New England by providing world-class training and development for players of all ages and skill levels.
With a deep understanding of the game and a keen eye for strategy, Alex brings elite-level coaching to every player. His experience at the highest levels of hockey allows him to break down complex concepts and teach them in ways that resonate with players from beginner to advanced. Whether coaching youth athletes or seasoned professionals, his method adapts to meet each player's individual needs, fostering growth and confidence.
We don't just teach hockey; we cultivate a mindset of excellence, attention to detail and continuous improvement, empowering players to reach their highest potential.
Alex Kurtz
Alex comes to the bench with more than 10 years of coaching and player-development experience, including player development roles at NCAA Division I and Division III programs. He works with NHL-drafted athletes and at the University of Maine in Hockey East. Since 2021 he has owned and operated Alex Kurtz Hockey, working with players at every level on individual skill, hockey intelligence and overall performance.
- University of Maine · Hockey EastDirector of Player Development, NCAA Division I.
- NHL-drafted athletesIndividual skill development and video work with NHL-drafted players.
- 2025–26 · Bowdoin CollegePlayer development: assistant coach, skills coach and video analyst. NCAA Division III.
- 2021– · Alex Kurtz HockeyFounder, owner and head coach. Spring, summer and prep/high-school camps in southern Maine.
- 2020–23 · Wentworth Institute of TechnologyPlayer development: skills and video analysis coach. NCAA Division III.
- Casco Bay Youth HockeyCo-Director of Skills & Video Analysis; U14 Tier II head coach. Program qualified for USA Hockey Tier II Nationals twice.
- Playing careerNew England Wolves (EHL), then the University of Southern Maine. B.A. Media Studies, minor in Athletic Coaching, 2018.
Innovation on the ice
Live film analysis
Reps are filmed and reviewed on the ice, so feedback is immediate and actionable. Players visualise their progress in real time.
Adaptive coaching
Beginner or pro, youth or adult: the method adapts to each player's needs, building skill and confidence at the right pace.
Small groups
Capped group sizes so every player gets coached, every day, not just the kids at the front of the line.
Join us and elevate your training
Camps, sessions and private video analysis for every level.