Connor Russo '22 Recruiting Profile
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My name is Connor Russo and I am an 18 year old hockey player, hockey business enthusiast and musical performer from Toronto, Ontario Canada. From as early as I can remember, I have loved every aspect of the game of hockey. Like many players, my favorite place is on the ice, whether I am playing a game, practicing or participating in skills training. My love of hockey goes far beyond the ice, however. When not on the ice, I am consumed with the business of hockey - team rosters, salary caps, player stats, trades, drafts and prospects - as well as hockey media. A few years ago, I created my own hockey YouTube channel - Connor's Corner - for which I was the content creator, editor and on air personality.
I am currently taking a gap year, however I was an honors student throughout all 4 years of high school, and am looking to take a Sports Management, Sports Media, or Business degree at University or College . Home-schooled until grade 9, I have been able to explore my passions of hockey, entrepreneurship, performance and music as part of my education. My parents are entrepreneurs, owning a business consulting company in the fitness industry, the Pro Fitness Program. This background has undoubtedly influenced my desire to marry my interests of hockey and business.
I'm also a musician and performer and have been taking guitar, drum and vocal lessons for 12 years. I have headlined numerous shows throughout Canada and the United States as an Elvis Tribute Artist and have 14 Grand Championships. Click here to see some of my performances.
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 1 year
- Varsity Starter
- 1 year
- 2021 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #6
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 8 seasons
- 2022 Aurora Tigers JR A ON (Junior A)
- Junior A Team in the Ontario Junior Hockey League (OJHL)
- 2021 Toronto Marlboros (AAA U18)
- Midget AAA with the Toronto Marlboros in the GTHL
- 2019 Toronto Wolverines (Minor Midget AA)
- In the 2019/2020 Season Connor led his team in total points 74, goals 31 and short handed goals with 6.
- 2018 Toronto Wolverines (A)
- In the 2018/2019 Season Connor led the team with 65 goals, 89 assists and a + - of +154 and helped the team reach the City Championships
- 2017 Toronto Wolverines (A)
- Connor helped the team win the Western Conference of the GTHL for the Kraft Cup
- 2016 Applewood Coyotes (A )
- Connor was the Captain of the team and helped lead the team to the MHL (Mississauga Hockey League) finals against Port Credit.
- 2015 Applewood Coyotes (A)
- Connor helped lead the team to the finals of the MHL (Mississauga Hockey League) against Port Credit.
- 2014 Faustina Fury (Select Tier 1)
- Connor helped lead his team to the Select Tier 1 Championship of the NYHL (North York Hockey League) Connor played with Faustina starting in Tyke
Coach References
- Club Coach
- Jim Laszlo
- Club Coach
- Chris Stamopoulos
- Club Coach
- Mike Kalic
- Club Coach
- Dave Nicoletti
- Club Coach
- Greg Johnston
Events
- Camp/Event
- Blythe Academy Combine Testing
- 2/26/20 to 2/26/21
- Connor had the all time record score for Blythe in the 2 minute step test with 156 and was in the 90th percentile in agility, flexibility and speed. A digital copy of the test scores is available upon request.
Training
- Braid Professional Skating Instruction
- 2 years
- Works with Dawn and Mackenzie Braid Professional Skating instructors who work with several NHL players and teams. Dawn Braid is the skating coach for the Arizona Coyotes.
- Dark Horse Hockey Skills and Drills Training
- 4 years
- Works with professional coach Mike Kalic, 3 days per week in the off season in a private group of 3 athletes. www.darkhorsehockey.com
- Dryland Training Pro Fitness Program
- 4 years
- Works on a customized dryland training program put together by fitness industry professionals www.profitnessprogram.com throughout the year
- Toronto Marlboros
- 1 year
- Training with Team Canada and Toronto Maple Leaf Trainer Dave Nicoletti 3X week on ice with the Toronto Marlboros organization. Also bi-week classroom video review sessions one on one.
Statistics
| Statistic | 2019 Toronto Wolver | 2018 Toronto Wolver |
|---|---|---|
| +/- | +73 | +154 |
| Assists | 43 | 89 |
| Game Winning Goals | 5 | 10 |
| Goals | 31 | 65 |
| Points | 74 | 154 |
| Short Handed Goals | 6 | 5 |
| Games Played | 66 | 94 |
| Record | 34 -27-5 | 73-20-6 |
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
NoAre you in AP/IB classes?
NoRegistered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
NoAwards and Activities
- AwardsGrade 9, 10 and 11 Honor Role with the 3rd highest overall average for the Grade 11 year at 96%. See transcripts and awards attached.
- ActivitiesAward winning musical performer and Elvis Tribute Artist, have been playing guitar and drums for over 5 years, taking vocal lessons for 3 years, and have been featured on numerous headline shows throughout Canada and the United States www.connorrusso.com Also produces and hosts a You Tube Hockey talk show called Connor's Corner for the last 1.5 years and have produced over 30 episodes that can be found by searching Connor's Corner Hockey on You Tube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7jYmYsS-pVZg_7ofIV1awQ 2 year volunteer for the Mississauga Steelheads of the OHL working on marketing and social media. Will be doing Co-op with the organization for the final high school year. Reference available on request.
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