SkillFest August 4-7th Grand Rapids

Media · Post by **Media** » Fri May 02, 2008 9:37 am

Persons interested in attendingthis years SkillFest should send there applications in as soon as poosible. We are nearly half full way ahead of last year. If you needan application contact Dan Clafton @218 259 -2503

Media · Post by **Media** » Thu Jun 19, 2008 10:37 am

SkillFest is quickly approaching August 4th -7th at Grand Rapids Minn. The Division 1 coaches and Division 3 coaches have been invited and the event looks to have continued growth. Many top players have already signed up and limited room remains. UND Minnesota State, Bemidji State, Concordia Moorhead, St Cloud State along with others will all be present acting as your coaches. Contact Dan Clafton @218 259-2503 for an application. Sign up now as to not be disappointed.

dochockey · Post by **dochockey** » Fri Jun 20, 2008 8:17 pm

What is this? how much does it cost? is there a website? can someone tell me more about it please?

Thanks

Media · Post by **Media** » Fri Jun 20, 2008 8:40 pm

Thankyou for the question SkillFest is in its 2nd year of running right now. It is run out of Grand Rapids Minnesota and is a product of QuickSkills Inc. The Girls will come in on Monday August 4th at 9:00am and be at the rink until August 7th at 12:15. During thier stay they stay in the upstairs lobby of the Civic Center on cots provided. Its like a great big slumber party . All of their meals are catered into the arena as well.
The group is broken doiwn into 4 teams, Each team has a practiuce in the morning, and game at night all games and practices are run by current D-1 coaches . Special off ice activities such as KIck Boxing are also undertaken. College preparation lectures are provided . Teams get to sit down with thier perspective coach and ask any questions they may have in an informal setting. THere is also a special goaltending session exclusivly for goaltenders as well. Current Division 1 and 3 players serve as counselors. Each girl receives a Jersey and camp gift. SkillFest is open to player in 9th Grade with Varsity experience and up. The camp is maintained at 68 players. Cost of the camp is $395.00 Applications can be obtained by contacting Dan Clafton @218 -259-2503

SportsMa · Post by **SportsMa** » Fri Jun 20, 2008 8:44 pm

Here is their website: http://www.greenway.k12.mn.us/ghs/Quick ... opment.htm

Daughter attended last year, enjoyed it and looking forward to attending this year. Last year was the first year it was held. Gals sleep at the arena. Food was catered and plentiful. They have practices and dryland activities during the day plus presentations and other activities and then scrimmages at night.

If you have questions, call Mr. Clafton at the number he provided he will fill you in on the details.

SportsMa · Post by **SportsMa** » Fri Jun 20, 2008 8:55 pm

Great description with the great big slumber party! Should add my daughter met players who LOVE the game as much as she does and friendships developed there have continued!

boblee · Post by **boblee** » Fri Jun 20, 2008 9:17 pm

I helped out a little bit last year and I was around at the arena off and on throughout the event. The girls loved it and it was very well run. It will be great again this year, no doubt.

Media · Post by **Media** » Wed Jul 02, 2008 10:29 am

SkillFest still has limited openings (10) University of North Dakota, St Cloud State Minnesota State, Bemidji State, and MercyHurst, Concordia Moorhead, will be on ice coaches at the camp. 218 259-2503 to appliy or dclafton@mnpower.com

Media · Post by **Media** » Wed Jul 16, 2008 10:52 am

Still looking for a few D

Media · Post by **Media** » Sun Jul 27, 2008 8:42 pm

Check in for SkillFest is Monday August 4that 9:00am at the arena , There is still limited space available Bemidji State, MercyHurst, St Cloud State Minnesota State, Concordia Moorhead UND all as on ice coaches.
218 259 2503

upnorthguy · Post by **upnorthguy** » Wed Aug 06, 2008 11:10 am

Any one at this camp have a perspective on how well it is run? Also,
what is the talent level young and old? Any kids making some noise younger and older?

finance_gal · Post by **finance_gal** » Wed Aug 06, 2008 12:01 pm

do they have any rosters online of who's attending? It'll be interesting to see because all the same names seem to turn up at the elite camps, clinics, and leagues in the cities and I'd like to see who shows up at the out state events

upnorthguy · Post by **upnorthguy** » Mon Sep 08, 2008 6:17 pm

What kids looked impressive young and old in your camp? How many Attended? Who did the coaches like?

Media · Post by **Media** » Mon Sep 08, 2008 8:57 pm

Kylie Lane signed with St Cloud following the camp
Molly Arola
Julia Gilbert
Katie Erickson
Ali Dorn
Keela Patterson
Erika magnusson
Gina Dodge Anna Lipitzky
Katie Kingston
Keri Burbach
Shelby Sauer
Katie Redland

Central · Post by **Central** » Mon Sep 08, 2008 10:34 pm

Where are girls below from? The rest I am familiar with I think.
Keela Patterson
Katie Kingston
Keri Burbach
Katie Redland

Media · Post by **Media** » Tue Sep 09, 2008 7:36 pm

Keela Patterson Steven Point Wisconsin
Katie Kingston Eveleth mn
Keri Burbach Minot ND
Katey Redland Bemidji Mn

Central · Post by **Central** » Tue Sep 09, 2008 9:36 pm

Thanks. Now I know why those names were unfamiliar other than player from Bemidji.

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