Professional Hockey Advising, Development & Representation
Supporting hockey players and families through AAA, Prep School, Junior, NCAA, and professional hockey.
WHAT WE DO
Guidance. Strategy. Development.
716 Sports Management provides professional hockey advising and experienced guidance for players and families navigating development, recruiting, advancement and career decisions.
Expert Guidance. Real Results.
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Personalized guidance for players and families navigating junior hockey, prep school, NCAA, and professional pathways. Built on firsthand experience, we help identify the right opportunities, avoid costly mistakes, and create a clear development plan for long-term success.
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Every player’s path is different. We work closely with athletes and families to build a strategic roadmap focused on development, exposure, timing, and advancement opportunities that align with each player’s goals and potential.
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The hockey recruiting process can be overwhelming. We provide honest insight, communication strategy, and experienced guidance to help players navigate conversations with coaches, teams, scouts, and programs at every level of the game.
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Hockey player development goes beyond skill work alone. We help players identify strengths, improve weaknesses, and create focused development plans designed to support growth both on and off the ice throughout the season and offseason.
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Detailed video analysis designed to provide honest, constructive feedback. We break down habits, decision-making, positioning, and overall play to help players better understand their game and continue improving with purpose.
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Confidence, mindset, and preparation are critical parts of performance. We help players develop mental resilience, composure, accountability, and the habits necessary to handle adversity and compete consistently at a higher level.
Built on Experience. Focused on Results.
716 Sports Management was built on firsthand experience across multiple levels of hockey.
Founder Dennis Canfield played Junior A hockey in the Ontario Junior Hockey League (OJHL), competed at the NCAA level, and played minor professional hockey before transitioning into coaching, scouting, and hockey operations. He later served as an NCAA coach and held leadership positions as an NAHL Head Coach, General Manager, and Director of Scouting.
This unique combination of playing, coaching, scouting, recruiting, and executive leadership experience provides athletes and families with knowledgeable, honest guidance through every step of their hockey journey.
LEVELS WE SERVE
Every Step
of the Journey.
From youth hockey to the professional level, we provide experienced guidance tailored to each stage of a player’s development and advancement path.
AA/AAA
PREP SCHOOL
JUNIOR HOCKEY
NCAA
PROFESSIONAL
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Consultation
We start with a conversation to understand your player’s goals, current level, and advancement path.
Your Pathway Forward
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Evaluation
We assess development, video, hockey exposure opportunities, and areas for improvement.
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Strategy
We build a customized plan focused on advancement, development, and long-term goals.
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Ongoing Support
We stay involved throughout the process with continued guidance and communication.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Schedule a confidential consultation to discuss your player’s development path, goals, and advancement strategy.