About Us
Mission Statement
“The mission of Huntsman Hockey is to provide a professional, high-performance training environment that develops well-rounded athletes on and off the ice. Through structured skill development, advanced coaching, and a commitment to excellence, we prepare players to reach their full potential while fostering discipline, teamwork, and a lifelong love for the game.”
Vinny Cacciatore - FOUNDER
Coach Vinny knows what it takes to elevate your game. Years of elite hockey experience taught him that skill, speed, and hockey IQ are earned, not given. Coach Vinny pushes players hard, guides them wisely, and ensures every session counts toward becoming the player they’ve always wanted to be. Coach Vinny works with players from developmental age to the pro stage.
Outside the hockey rink, Coach Vinny is an avid wealth advisor and enthusiast. He has founded and currently operates as the sole advisor of his own private wealth management firm, Huntsman Capital Group Inc. Coach Vinny translates his experience as a wealth advisor to aid his players in all aspects of discipline setting, planning, and achieving future hockey/personal life goals.
Elite Coaching Staff
KEITH PRESTI
Coach Keith coaches AAA midgets and has been working with players since finishing his own years of AAA. He works with players of all ages, teaching them to play fast and hard while developing skills that translate directly to games, and showing them how to get the most out of the technology in their equipment.
Off the ice, Coach Keith is a student at St. John’s University, where he is pursuing both his B.S. and J.D. He also serves as secretary for the returning St. John’s hockey team.
JOE LACHASE
Coach Joe is currently the Team Captain at Farmingdale State College, where he continues to lead by example on and off the ice. Before his college career, he spent three seasons in the Eastern Hockey League (EHL) with the New York Applecore, earning All-Star honors in his final year. In addition to his playing career, Joseph coaches the PAL Blue Knights 16U team, sharing his deep understanding of the game and commitment to developing players who compete hard across all 200 feet of the ice. With firsthand experience navigating the path from youth to junior and collegiate hockey, Joseph is dedicated to guiding players toward the next level in their careers.
Tyler Wodicka
Elite Coaching Staff
VITO MARINO
Coach Vito brings high-level AAA hockey experience and a complete, well-rounded skill set to our coaching staff. Known for his speed, vision, and all-around game, he has competed at the top levels of youth hockey and developed a reputation as a versatile player who excels in every situation on the ice. Vito’s ability to break down the game and teach both fundamentals and advanced skills makes him a valuable resource for players looking to elevate their performance. His passion, knowledge, and AAA background ensure that every athlete he trains receives elite-level coaching.
Dan Kirk
Coach Dan is an elite hockey player, and through his years of playing at competitive levels, he’s learned what it takes to win and grow. Years of playing showed him how to push himself to the limits and push others around him. He will make sure every player he comes across pushes themselves to the max and achieves their goals.
Jeremy Zawitosky
Coach Jeremy knows the game and how it’s played. Starting from a young age and currently playing college hockey for Maine, he knows what each player needs to level up their game. Not just skill, but also hard work, grit, heart, and a drive to win, is what he brings to the table. Coach Jeremy can help teach players how to utilize their skills, as well as their dedication to their teams, position, and the sport of hockey, to be the very best they can be.
OPERATIONS COORDINATOR
Jacqueline Mazzella
Contact Number (516) 493-0676
FOR GENRAL INFO CONTACT
gm@huntsmanhockey.com
Oops!
You have unsaved elements
Please save or cancel the pending changes to the elements within your page and then try saving again.