Midwest's AA Warbirds is gearing up for its 4th and potentially final AA season, with preparations being made for the next phase of advancement. 

The core of committed skaters remains, with opportunities for interested additions coming through summer development skates, tourneys, and required try-outs.

Head Coach: Jeff Hoggan

Our philosophy:
Midwest's AA Warbirds prides itself on being a drama-free, politics-free organization that prioritizes cost-effective player development. Our NHL-experienced coaching staff has a proven record in developing players to their full potential, fostering a growth mindset, and maintaining a thriving team environment.

Our goals:
Make hockey enjoyable, affordable, and accessible to players who are still growing, developing and exploring their potential. The talented core of returning players will continue to pursue Silversticks Canada qualification and a U.S. AA National title. The reduced 6-7 tournament schedule helps minimize travel expenses and maintain a competitive edge through practice weekend team skates to help with travel logistic concerns. A smaller roster of 15 players ensures ample playing time and experience in various game situations, focusing on developing better athletes, hockey players, and leaders.

Our commitment:
1) Execute a program designed to develop individual skills and overall team execution through game-relevant coaching from experienced NHL professionals.
2) Use a cost-conscious approach to maximizing return on investment, coupled with a balanced schedule offering maximum development, competitive play, and exposure for those who believe in potential at this age.  Invest in your future now and save on costs when it truly matters.

3) Operate under consistent scheduling, world-class communication, and organized executive-level team management.

Jeff Hoggan

Coach Jeff Hoggan began his hockey-playing career in Hope, British Columbia, Canada, at an early age. He was recruited to play in Omaha for the UNO Mavericks from 1998 through  2002 and was one of the few All-American award recipients to play for the Mavericks and, ultimately, the first player from UNO to play in the NHL.

Jeff went on to play in over 100 NHL games for St. Louis Blues, Boston Bruins, and Phoenix Coyotes. During his over 15 years of professional hockey from 2002-2017, Jeff was in a Captaincy role for 5 different NHL organizations, mentoring top NHL prospects toward their dream of playing at the highest level. His leadership experience includes guiding notable players such as Kyle Turris, Michael Boedker, Phil Kessel, and David Krecji. As Captain of the 2013 AHL Champion Grand Rapids Griffins, he led many future Detroit Red Wings, such as Tomas Tatar,  Tyler Bertuzzi, and Gustav Nypuist.

He is a two-time Calder Cup Champion, selected as Captain for the 2016 AHL All-Star Game, and in 2015 received the AHL Fred T. Hunt Memorial Trophy for player best-exemplifying sportsmanship, determination, and dedication to hockey. He was further inducted into the Omaha Hockey Hall of Fame in 2018.

The Fremont Flyers travel hockey program had an outstanding 22-23 season and we look forward to carrying that momentum into the 23-24 season.  The Flyers travel program not only won many championships at the PW and Bantam A & B levels last season, but also produced an International Silver Stick Championship team.  The Fremont Flyers travel prides itself on developing players to reach their highest potential on and off the ice.

Head Coach: Warren Peters

Our Philosophy:

The Fremont Flyers Bantam travel program prides itself on high-quality player development with up-tempo practices and competitive tournaments in the most cost-effective approach possible.  We believe in developing the individual player to  their full potential, fostering a growth mindset, and maintaining a thriving team environment.

Our goals:
Make hockey enjoyable, affordable, and accessible to players who are still growing, developing and exploring their potential.  Our schedule will be built around tournaments that will be challenging and competitive but affordable as well.

Our commitment:
1) Execute a program designed to develop individual skills and overall team execution through game-relevant coaching from experienced NHL professionals.
2) Use a cost-conscious approach maximizing return on investment, coupled with a balanced schedule offering maximum development, competitive play, and exposure for those who believe in potential at this age.  Invest in your future now and save on costs when it truly matters.

3) Operate under consistent scheduling, world-class communication, and organized executive-level team management.

Warren Peters

Coach Warren Peters is a native of Saskatoon, SK. He played 5 years of junior hockey with his hometown Saskatoon Blades before turning professional in 2003, playing one year in the AHL before spending 2 in the ECHL. Warren signed with the Calgary Flames in 2005 and spent 4 years with their minor league organization, first for the Omaha Ak-Sar-Ben Knights, then with the Quad City Flames. He made his NHL debut with the Flames in 2008-09. He later went on to play for the Dallas Stars, Minnesota Wild, Pittsburgh Penguins, Minnesota Wild, and their AHL affiliate, the Iowa Wild.