Year: 2025-26

Level: AAA U15

Team Values
1. Success is the result of daily habits.
2. Focus on the process, and the results will take care of themselves.
3. Two is better than one, if two can work as one.
4. Those who do not think outside of the box, are easily contained.
5. It’s hard to beat a person who never gives up.
Coaching Style

Curiosity
I highly value experimentation, new ideas and perspectives. There is always something new to learn, a different way to see something, and a desire to better understand the personalities of individual players.
Courage
I am not afraid to take risks, tell hard truths, or stand up for my values and principles.
Compassion
The ability to relate to an individuals emotions and feelings, and serve them by helping to alleviate their challenges. In the case of a coach, this is the key to foster trust and understanding.

Program Pillars

On-Ice & Off-Ice Development

Whole Season Overview
Team System Practices
Individual Skills and Development
Preparation for Contact/hitting
Strength & Conditioning
Injury Prevention

Analytics

Team Video Review
Personal Video Review
Team Statistics
Fitness Testing
Concussion Protocols
Player Evaluation/Interviews

Team Spirit & Morale

Team Bonding Events
Hockey Community Engagement
Family Connection & Meetings
Team Dress Code
Social Media Marketing

Recovery

Nutrition
Planned Time Off
Recovery Treatments

Mental Training

Mental Workouts
Journaling
Personality Tests & Profiles
Mentoring
Team Library

2025/2026 SEASON INFO

Team Budget

To create a quality season program while keeping the cost for families as affordable as possible, we have set a budget per player of $7500. We have set a target to raise $25,000 in sponsorships and $10,000 in fundraising to offset the player fee costs.
Sponsorship & Fundraising

Our team is committed to building strong relationships with local sponsors by promoting their services, products, or messages across our growing social media platforms, game-day visibility, andteam events. With over 40,000 views and 10,000+ unique accounts reached on Instagram in the last month of 2024/2025 season alone, we offer a powerful opportunity for brands to reach engaged audiences across Markham, Toronto, Vaughan, Aurora, and beyond.
Preliminary Schedule

U15 PRACTICE
Tues 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Ed Sackfield -Track, Video, Ice
U15 PRACTICE
Wed 5:00 PM - 8:30PM
Hockey Factory -Gym, Ice
U15 PRACTICE
Fri 5:00 PM -7:45 PM
Hockey Factory - Gym, Ice
U15 HOME GAMES
Sun 4:00 PM -6:00 PM
Angus Glen
Waxers Team Camp

August 2025
Dates and times TBD
Players are invited to the official U15 AAA Markham Waxers season-kickoff camp.
Full schedue of games and tournaments to follow.

Waxers Coaching Staff

MIKHAIL GRABOVSKI

HEAD COACH
Drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in 2004, Grabovski won the Calder Cup for Montreal's AHL affiliate, the Hamilton Bulldogs. He led all NHL Eastern Conference rookies in scoring during his first full season for the Toronto Maples, ultimately playing over 500 games in the NHL. After an illustrious NHL career, Mikhail brings his passion, expertise and wealth of experience to the development of aspiring hockey players. He previously spent two seasons as an assistant coach with Dynamo Minsk of the KHL, has worked with the Belarus National Team in a GM and consultant capacity, and most recently focused his efforts in youth hockey development.
NIKOLAI KULEMIN

ASSISTANT COACH
Known for his relentless work ethic, calm demeanor, and patient, detail-driven approach, Kulemin blends world-class playing experience with a deep passion for teaching the next generation. Drafted by the Toronto Maple Leafs, Kulemin quickly established himself as a versatile, dependable forward, highlighted by his 30-goal season in 2010-11 — a rare feat for a two-way player. His NHL career spanned nearly 700 games with the Leafs and Islanders, where his combination of work ethic, defensive awareness, and offensive touch made him a trusted presence in any situation.
ILYA SPEKTOR

ASSISTANT COACH
Ilya’s playing career saw him crowned a 2014-15 NA3EHL Champion in Junior A hockey, followed by back-to-back World Championship (D2B) appearances from 2021 to 2023. Most recently, he added IEHL Champion (2021-23) and Israel Champion (2023-24) to his resume — achievements that speak to both his leadership and competitive spirit. Armed with a BA in Physical Education in Sport, as well as coaching and fitness diplomas, Ilya combines formal education with over 10 years of hands-on coaching experience, spanning youth development to national teams.
ANTHONY MCGREGOR

STRENGTH & CONDITIONING COACH
A former Jamaican Olympian, Anthony represented Jamaica in the long jump at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, achieving a personal best of 8.08 meters in the same year. Transitioning from international competition to coaching, Anthony has dedicated himself to developing athletes across various levels. His training philosophy emphasizes speed, strength, mobility, and injury prevention, aiming to enhance each player's performance on the ice.