Alex Park - Ontario Tech University - Usports

After finishing minor hockey I was approached by Mitch and introduced to Shoot for Success. Mitch helped me navigate various junior hockey leagues and make educated decisions on what path might bring me the most success while establishing connections with junior programs. During the NAHL draft Mitch had connections with multiple teams in the league which gave me the most exposure to the NCAA. This provided much relief for a kid that really didn’t know how big the hockey world was. Through my years of partnering with Mitch he has worked seamlessly with not only myself but my parents as well. He was never afraid to sit down and answer any questions we had or even just to talk about life! Without the help of Mitch I would not have had made the friends I did and experienced all the various things junior hockey has to offer. I also thank Mitch for helping me achieve my goal to play university hockey and continuing my hockey career.

I began working with Mitch a couple years back and right from the start he was easy to get along with. He is very knowledgeable and genuinely cares about your career path. After a few phone calls we joined Shoot for Success and I am very happy I did. Together we made a path to help guide me through the complicated route to get to the NCAA. He has many connections and contacts with teams across Canada and NCAA schools. Recently I have committed to the Powell River Kings in the BCHL and Mitch has given me great advice on what to expect. We will work together on trying to reach my goal of playing NCAA hockey. Shoot for Success is a great program that is there for your every need. 

When I was exploring options for both junior and college hockey Mitch was exceptionally knowledgeable in every step of that process. I had full confidence in every decision I made because of the knowledge he provided me with. I was lucky enough to commit to NCAA Division 1 Stonehill College and appreciate everything Mitch has done for me! 

I joined the Shoot for Success family and the support that I have received from Mitch has been unreal. All the calls and knowledge he has can really help hockey players choose the pathway that is best for them and that’s exactly what he did for me. Mitch helped me advance into the league on the team that I wanted to play on. 

When I was exploring my hockey options Mitch was very helpful in mapping my different paths. He was very informative in explaining the NCAA route from his past experience. He takes time to sit down with you and lay out a plan that works with your needs. He was genuinely interested in my success. I was fortunate enough to make it to the OHL and appreciate that Mitch still takes time to talk hockey and provide advice.

I was first introduced to Mitch and Shoot for Success five years ago in 2017. I was one of his first clients. He took the time to visit my home and sit down with my family and I. My experience with Mitch and his mentorship has been exceptional. Throughout the years he has remained in constant contact with me and has taken the time to provide advice, encouragement and instruction. Mitch has helped me achieve my goal of playing college hockey for an incredible school while also getting a great education. I committed to Elmira College and cannot thank Mitch enough for his support throughout my hockey journey.

Mitch has been absolutely amazing in every step of my junior and NCAA recruitment process. He has a ton of knowledge and connections at both the junior and NCAA levels. When I need assistance he is super fast with responding which I always appreciate. I would recommend Mitch to anyone looking for an advisor and appreciate all the work he has done for me!

I first met Mitch in Kitchener before one of his skates. He sat down with me and asked what my goals were for the upcoming season and beyond. I told Mitch that I wanted to play NCAA hockey next September. He was honest with me and upfront with what I needed to do to achieve that goal. Over the next couple months Mitch set out to help make that happen for me. He put me in touch with many coaches from different NCAA schools around the states. At times when I was going through games without points or wasn't playing my best Mitch always stayed by my side and was very positive the whole way through. When I had a big game, I would often see a text or get a call from Mitch congratulating me. If you are a player trying to get to the next level I would highly suggest working with Mitch!

Mitch played junior hockey and graduated at the collegiate level while playing the sport he loves. The way he expresses his experiences while playing college hockey is motivational and you can tell he wants every kid who loves the game to experience the same relationships and memories he did, no matter where your career takes you. Mitch has such a large network of relationships with so many coaches and other personnel. I was never the kid to have many options with regards to hockey and choosing which team I wanted to play for. However, Mitch put in the time and effort to seek out schools. I ended up having a great selection of schools that had my preferred courses as well as first class athletics programs. I am now proud to say that I will be attending college to continue my hockey career as well as further my education to become an architect. What separates Mitch from everyone else is that he’s your friend before your advisor. He is someone that you can talk to about anything, even if it’s not hockey related. I hope whoever reads this takes the chance on Mitch because I promise you, he’s worth it.

At the end of my last season of junior hockey I was unsure of where my career was headed until I met Mitch. In just a month Shoot for Success helped me obtain multiple NCAA offers and guided me through speaking with multiple coaches and schools. He was an integral part of achieving my goal of playing hockey at the NCAA level and I can’t thank Mitch enough!

Mitch has been an amazing advisor for the past five years. His knowledge of junior hockey and the NCAA put me in the best position to get noticed and be successful in my search for a college hockey program. Mitch’s relationships with junior and college organizations created smooth and easy methods of contact that allowed me to obtain as much information as possible to make the decision that was best for me. Mitch was always there when I needed him for advice or had questions. Mitch could also relate from his own experiences which helped in the decision process. My family and I have been very happy and grateful for the work that Mitch has done in helping me play NCAA hockey. I highly recommend his service. 

I am beyond happy to have accomplished my goal of playing NCAA Hockey. It has been a journey of learning, hard-work, dedication and perseverance. I am thankful to Mitch for believing in me, putting me out there and helping me further my dreams. He is always there to talk to and provided me with great advice and guidance. If you are looking for an advisor who will stand by you, be honest and help you achieve your goals, Mitch is your guy. I’m looking forward to this next chapter - thank you, Mitch!

Working with Mitch has been an all around great experience. He was readily available when I had questions or concerns, always assisting me in the process. Mitch was very supportive during my junior hockey career. He would regularly send congratulatory texts after my wins and check in to see how I was doing. With his knowledge in the industry and supportive guidance, he definitely helped me achieve my goal to play NCAA hockey! I am grateful and extremely appreciative!

Working with Mitch has been a pleasure! He sent emails to schools I had an interest in, personally picked up the phone to call coaches on my behalf, and guided me on questions I had about the NCAA process. He even gave me little tips and tricks on how to keep a clear mind in a big game. Mitch is a well connected advisor in the hockey world. I want to thank him for how much effort he has put in over the past few years!

I began working with Mitch in the pre-season of my 19 year old campaign. Mitch helped find the right junior teams that suited my aspirations of playing college hockey, as well as navigated the trade process multiple times between three Junior A leagues. Under his advisement, I was fortunate enough to win the NOJHL Championship with the Soo Thunderbirds and had an unbelievable once in a lifetime experience of playing for the Centennial Cup, Canada's National Junior A Tournament. He is always a call away, and has been the voice of reason to calm my frustrations throughout my junior career, as he has experienced these hardships first hand. His knowledge of the NCAA commitment process was of tremendous use during my school selection process, and helped facilitate conversations and opportunities for me. I cannot thank Mitch enough for his support and the positive impact he has made on my career!

I came to Mitch with about a month left before college started looking for an NCAA opportunity. He helped me through the college application process, and within a couple of weeks discovered a number of solid NCAA opportunities. He was very helpful throughout my time searching for a school, answering all of my questions and giving me tips on how to handle certain situations. We were in constant communication throughout the whole time which I know is something you don’t always get with a lot of advisors. I’m sure I was probably one of, if not the latest commit. I’m very happy I will be attending Northland College, and I highly recommend his expertise in helping anyone achieve their hockey dreams!

I started with Mitch during my first year of junior hockey. He helped connect me with multiple teams throughout our years working together. He is a great mentor and gave valuable advice into how to handle countless situations that arise throughout any player's career. He frequently touched base and stayed connected with me during every season. I highly recommend Shoot for Success for any player with the desire to play at the highest level possible.

As a hockey player there are many options when it comes to consultants, picking the right one is often a daunting and complicated venture for an athlete and their family. Choosing the right one for myself was no different. I was determined to find someone who I could build a good relationship with and after hearing about Shoot for Success through a friend I decided to give it a shot. From the first phone call I knew that Mitch had my best intentions in mind and had the knowledge and drive to bring me to the next level. Right away we went over my ambitions and came up with an action plan to help me achieve those objectives. Even through transitioning to a different team at the beginning of the season, Mitch was able to give me advice on how to go about everything as well as help me keep my confidence. We started immediately reaching out to schools that could be a good fit for me academically, financially and athletically. Within six weeks I was applying to schools and had built a relationship with multiple coaches at both the NCAA and ACHA D1 levels. Mitch coached me through the entire process of reaching out and speaking to coaches, applications and financial aid. At the end of it all we were able to find the perfect school for myself and my family to call home for the next four years at Liberty University. For a personable touch and great service I would recommend the Shoot for Success program and thank them for all it has done for me and my family. 

I had the opportunity to recruit Mitch Atkins while he was playing hockey in the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League and liked what I saw from the beginning. Mitch played for me for 3 seasons at Elmira College. I have had the chance to work with many young men throughout my career and Mitch was one of the best character players that I have ever had. I think he learned a great deal throughout his three years and has learned first-hand through this experiences as a player what it takes to be a great athlete and team leader. If there is one thing that really stands out about Mitch, it is his passion for the game.  He is an unbelievably hard worker, competitor and teammate.

Playing college hockey was the greatest experience of my life. In four years I made many memories and friendships that cannot be broken. The college hockey experience brought me one of my best friends and someone who I consider a part of my family, Mitch Atkins. I had the privilege of being Mitch’s college teammate for three years, and lived with him my junior year at Elmira. I can say with no hesitation, his immense passion and drive to further the game of hockey is unmatched. He is a genuine, down to earth guy who will not stop in his efforts to help a player reach their ultimate goal of playing at the highest level. In the quest to find the college of best fit Mitch goes far and beyond to establish a connection with not only the players, but their families as well. During my time at Elmira I watched him work relentlessly to drive the building blocks of Shoot for Success into place. For the most personal experience, I cannot think of a better person to handle college enquiries than Mitch. He has in depth knowledge on what it takes to play in the NCAA, not only as an athlete but from an academic standpoint as well. He has provided needed guidance to many young, aspiring hockey players looking to achieve the dream of playing collegiate hockey. What sets Mitch apart from other advisors is that you will never be just another client, you join the Shoot for Success family. If I had the chance I would want to be a part of the Shoot for Success program.