Meet Mr. Schneider

Nick Schneider’s hockey journey began in Drayton Valley and later in Leduc, where his passion for the sport flourished. He played five years in the Western Hockey League for the Regina Pats, Medicine Hat Tigers and Calgary Hitmen He earned team awards such as the Community Service, 3 stars and Most Valuable Player awards. He also initiated a Student of the Month program in Medicine Hat.

At 18, he signed with the Calgary Flames, spending five years with their farm teams in Kansas City, Missouri, and Stockton, California. Afterward, he pursued his Education degree at the University of Alberta while playing for the Golden Bears. Today, he enjoys playing for the Wetaskiwin Longhorns, coaching and sharing his passion and knowledge of hockey with students.