Steve Dubinsky
97's - Squirt Majors
sdubinsky@vzw.blackberry.net

Steve Dubinsky currently serves as the Hockey Director of the Cougars Selects youth hockey organization, a nationally recognized youth hockey program based in Chicago. Affiliated with the East/West Coast Selects, Steve is head coach for the West Coast Selects ’94 team and the Cougars Selects ’97 team.

After a career at Clarkson University that saw him score 152 points in 140 collegiate games, Steve went on to play 10 seasons in the NHL with the Chicago Blackhawks, Calgary Flames, Nashville Predators and St. Louis Blues.

Originally from Montreal, Quebec, Steve is also currently the Director of Player Development for the Glacier Hockey Zone, Chicago’s premier year-round hockey skills training facility.

Bob Nardella
96's - Pee Wee Minor
bnards@aol.com

Born in Melrose Park, IL, Bob began playing organized hockey at the age of 4. He played for various youth hockey organizations in the Chicagoland area until the age of 17. From there he went to Des Moines, IA for three seasons to play hockey at the Junior A level, in hopes of playing in college in the future.

That dream came true when he was asked to walk-on for the Ferris State University Division I hockey program that played in the Central Collegiate Hockey Association (CCHA). There he played against the likes of Michigan State, Michigan, Ohio State, Lake Superior State and Bowling Green to name a few. He earned a scholarship after two seasons as a walk-on.

From there, he was recruited to play professional hockey in Italy. After three seasons there, he returned home to play for the Chicago Wolves for one season. Then it was back to Italy and a one season stint in Germany before returning home for good with the Chicago Wolves.

During his 13 year career Bob was a member of 7 championship teams, including three with the Chicago Wolves. In addition, Bob represented the Italian National Hockey Team in world championship, tournament, and Olympic play. Bob participated in the 1998 and was recently named to the 2006 Olympic team.

Mark Luka
95's - Pee Wee Major
mark.luka@us.tntfreight.com

Mark Luka is one of the best defensemen to come out of Illinois.  He played youth hockey for the Franklin Park Jets, Bantam level for the Chicago Minor Hawks AAA and Midget level for Team Illinois AAA.  Combined, Mark won five State Championships and played for one National Championship team.

Playing Experience:

• 1986-87 - USHL Junior A National Championship team
• 1986-87 - USHL Allstar selection, 2nd among defensemen for points
• 1987 - Junior Select Team, Gold Medal victory in Switzerland under Coach Bob Suter
• 1988 - Invite to tryout for 1988 Olympic Team
• 1988 - Four Division I scholarships

Coaching Experience:

• 1989-91 - Head Coach Leyden Varsity Hockey Team
• 1989-90 - League Champion and final 8 appearance in State
• 1990-91 - League Champion and final 4 appearance in State
• Coach Schaumburg Kings Pee Wee and Bantam level
• Coach Chicago Flames Squirt Central States and Bantam Minor Central States
• Coach Team Illinois AAA 95’s

Sean Berens
94's - Bantam Minor / 93's - Bantam Major
sbhky@aol.com

A 31 year old Chicago native, Sean is known as one of the top products to ever come out of the state of Illinois.  Sean played his youth hockey with the Northwest Chargers and then Team Illinois where he collected 9 different State Championships.  He then made the move to the USHL where he joined the Dubuque Fighting Saints and finished among the league leaders in points (3rd).  Sean went on to represent Illinois playing twice for the US National Teams in Switzerland and Japan, and received MVP honors in the Pacific Cup Gold Medal Game against Russia.  Sean earned a scholarship to play Division I hockey with the Michigan State University Spartans earning All-Academic team honors as well as, “freshman of the year” honors for the Spartans in his first year.  He continued his next three seasons amassing All-CCHA 1st and 2nd team honors along with All-American status by leading the nation in goals with 36—a total that has yet to be surpassed.

Sean began is professional playing career in the IHL (International Hockey League) now the American Hockey League, for the Las Vegas Thunder where he led all rookies in goals.  He played his next two professional seasons in the AHL, spending time with the Chicago Wolves, Cleveland Lumberjacks, and the Grand Rapids Griffins.  Sean then played professionally in Europe and led the British Elite League in points while playing for the Belfast Giants.  The following season he signed in the Austrian Elite League and played for the Vienna Capitals again being among the league leaders in goals (3rd).  His last two professional seasons were played in Switzerland for Langenthal.  Sean led the league in points per game in his first season but unfortunately missed the majority of his last season due to injury. 

Recently retired, and after only his first year of coaching, Sean was selected by USA Hockey to be a part of the National Development Program.  Last season, he coached the ’92 and ’93 Team Illinois teams and both were state finalists.

For the past nine years, Sean has been a skill instructor at various youth organizations and camps.  He has enjoyed teaching players of all levels across America and Europe.  Known as a prolific scorer and highly skilled player, Sean has been able to show players some of the techniques that contributed to his success.  “I’ve acquired tips and techniques from some of the best players and coaches from around the world…and now I’m excited to pass on my knowledge to the youth hockey players of Illinois.”—Sean Berens

Jon Hull
U16 - Midget Minor
hully49@hotmail.com

Jon comes to Team Illinois with excellent hockey experience. Here are just some of the things that Jon has been involved with over his hockey career as a player, coach, and scout for USHL Central Scouting:

• Drafted 1998 by the Sudbury Wolves OHL
• Played 6 yrs Junior in Ontario.
• 3 Years with the Wellington Dukes OPJHL FWD
• 3 Years with the Napanee Raiders
• Played AAA Minor Hockey for the Kingston Frontenacs from Atom thru Bantam.
• Played AAA for the MISSISSAUGA REPS Major Bantam.
• Head Coach: Crystal Lake Leafs, Minor Midget, 2005/06 Blackhawk cup Final 8
• Head Coach: Crystal Lake Leafs, A2 Major, 2005/06 1st Place Undefeated.
• Asst. Coach: Crystal Lake Leafs, Major Midget, 2005/06 Blackhawk Cup Final 8
• Asst. Coach: Pembroke LumberKings, JR A CJHL, 2004/05 Division Finalists. Nationally ranked.
• Head Coach: Napanee Raiders, Jr B, 2003/04
• Co-Coach: Greater Kingston Predators, Major Midget AAA- All Ontario Finalists.2003/04
• Head Coach Ottawa Vipers Prospects, ages 1986 thru 1993 birth year 8 Teams Total.
• Head Coach: Kingston Beasts, 1989 Birth Year.
• 2006-2007 season Co-Coach:  Team Illinois ’92 and ‘93 teams
• 2006-2007 season Asst. Coach:  Team Illinois U16 team

Jim Marchi
U18 - Midget Major
jimmarchi@comcast.net

Jim Marchi played on one of the first ever Team Illinois teams as a Bantam and Midget when the organization was founded in the early 1980’s.  During the 1985-’86 and ’86-’87 seasons, he then played for the Rochester Mustangs in the United States Hockey League earning the position of Team Captain in 1986-’87 while winning the Anderson Cup, Clark Cup, and a National Championship.  Jim was also selected to the 1986-’87 USHL All Star Team and the All League USHL Team that same year.

After two seasons in the USHL Jim went on to play for the University of Illinois at Chicago, a Division 1 CCHA team, in 1987 until 1991.  He was the Team Captain during the 1990-1991 seasons and graduated in 1991 with a B.S. Degree in Business Administration.

Coaching Experience:

• Barrington Tier 2 1997-1998
• Chicago Chill Tier 1 1998-2002
• Team Illinois Tier 1 2002 – Present.  Eight Tier 1 Major Midget State Championships
• Calgary Mac’s Major Midget Tournament - Two Bronze Medals, a Silver Medal, and a Gold Medal Championship in 2003.

Past Players’ Accomplishments:

• Ten players placed in the USA NTDP Program in the past eight years.
• Two former players on the USA World Junior Team in 2005. One player on the 2004 USA World Junior Gold Medal Championship team.

For nine straight seasons Jim’s Major Midget teams have been ranked among the top five nationally.  He is currently on the United States Hockey League’s Board of Governors, Team Illinois’ President of Hockey Operations, and Board Member.

Josh Pettenuzzo
12U - Girls
jpettenuzzo@yahoo.com

• 2nd year returning Team Illinois coach
• 8 years coaching experience with Ice Company Hockey/Skating Co.
• Assistant coach TI 16U (2006-2007)
• Head coach Crystal Lake Leafs Girls 16U (2005-2005)

Emily Pemrick
14U - Girls
empem26@yahoo.com

• 3^rd year returning Team Illinois coach
• 1^st Place USA Hockey Girls Nationals 2007 (TI 14U)
• Illinois State & Central District Championship 2007 (TI 14U) 2005 (CYA 16U)
• Illinois State Championship 2005 (CYA 19U)
• Former DI player '94-'98, captain ‘97-‘98 season - Northeastern University
• ECAC Champion/National Championship '97-Northeastern
• Head Coach-South Australian State Ice Hockey, ’02-’03 seasons
• Assistant Coach – Ice/Field Hockey – Skidmore College, NY

Andy Chomor
19U & 16U - Girls
dfnsman4@aol.com

• Over 14 years coaching experience
• 1st Place USA Hockey Girls Nationals 2005 (CYA 14U)
• Illinois State & Central District Championship 2005 (CYA 14U)
• Head Coach since 1996 along with skills instructor at Pee Wee, Bantam, Midget Minor & Major levels
• Hockey Director of Northern Express for 4 years
• 9 AHAI Final 8 appearances
• 2 NIHL Championships
• 2003 Silversticks Regional Champions