WELCOME TO
REVO ICE ACADEMY
Welcome to the Revo Ice Academy, a premier center of excellence for high-performance college hockey development, located in beautiful Pittston, Pennsylvania. Our Academy offers elite training programs for youth aged 14 to 18 and juniors aged 18 to 20, providing the guidance, support, and resources necessary to achieve the goal of playing college hockey.
At Revo Ice Academy, student-athletes pursue academic and hockey excellence in a supportive, athlete-centered environment. Led by a team of top-tier coaches and supported by exceptional academic partners and staff, our athletes receive the best in both athletic and educational development.
Athletes reside in the modern Revo Ice Academy residence, living together in a college dormitory-style setting. Training and competition take place at the Revolution Ice Center, located less than a mile away, offering convenient access to state-of-the-art facilities.
Our program offers unparalleled opportunities for athletes to study, train, and compete, helping each player unlock their full academic, hockey, and personal potential.
We invite you to take a brief video tour of the Revo Ice Academy and explore our website to discover all we have to offer.
OUR MISSION
At Revo Ice Academy, our mission is simple yet profound: to cultivate a culture of excellence, passion, and camaraderie through the sport we love. We are committed to providing aspiring hockey players with a dynamic and nurturing environment where they can thrive both on and off the ice.
Through innovative coaching techniques, personalized development plans, and state-of-the-art facilities, we empower our athletes to reach their full potential and achieve their dreams. We believe in instilling not only the fundamental skills of the game but also the invaluable qualities of teamwork, sportsmanship, and resilience.
Our mission extends beyond the rink, as we strive to foster a sense of belonging and community among our players, coaches, and supporters. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where every individual feels valued, inspired, and empowered to succeed.
With a relentless commitment to excellence and a passion for the game, we aim to shape not only skilled athletes but also well-rounded individuals who embody the core values of integrity, discipline, and dedication.
Join us on our journey as we continue to uphold our mission of nurturing the next generation of hockey champions and fostering a lifelong love for the sport. Together, we will reach new heights and celebrate the joy of hockey every step of the way.
DEVELOPMENT PATHWAY
Partnering with WBS Knights Hockey, our academy players are provided personalized development to meet their short and long-term career goals.
Athlete Centered Professional Coaching – We provide knowledgeable, experienced, and caring professional coaches whose mission is to help each athlete develop their full potential.
Educational Development – We provide educational advancement opportunities and assistance through our in-person and online scholastic partners to help the student-athlete achieve the educational goals.
Hockey Development – Through our second-to-none athletic facilities and professional coaches we provide each student-athlete with the on-ice, off-ice, and video training tools, time, and coaching to fully develop their hockey potential.
Social Development – Our structured residence and team life provides players with a healthy and constructive environment in which to develop personal and community responsibility on the bath to being outstanding citizens.
High Level Competition/Exposure – Our teams play against high level league and tournament opposition in order to stimulate the athlete’s hockey development. Our coaches work to provide earned opportunities for exposure and participation at higher levels both inside and outside the Revo Ice Academy.
Player Advancement – Our players have advanced to all levels of hockey including the NHL, Other Professional Leagues, NCAA D-I and D-III, ACHA, USHL, CHL, and NCDC.
Current and former program participants have gone on to player at the highest levels of hockey. View our WBS Knights Alumni Tabs to search our alumni database.
Ivan Provorov – Philadelphia Flyers (NHL Draft 2015, 1st Round, 7th Overall)
Daniel Sprong – Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL Draft 2015, 2nd Round, 46th Overall)
Denis Smirnov – Colorado Avalanche (NHL Draft 2017, 6th Round, 156th Overall)
CJ Yakimowicz – St. Louis Blues (NHL Draft 2014, 6th Round, 172nd Overall)
Nikita Pavlychev – Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL Draft 2015, 7th Round, 197th Overall)
Dmitri Zaitsev – Washington Capitals (NHL Draft 2016, 7th Round, 207th Overall)
CJ Yakimowicz – London Knights, OHL 2013-2016, Sudbury Wolves, OHL, 2016-2017
Daniel Sprong – Charlottetown Islanders, QMJHL, 2013-2017
Ivan Provorov – Brandon Wheat Kings, WHL, 2014-2016
Konstantin Chernyuk – Kingston Frontenacs, OHL, 2015-16
Dmitri Zaitsev – Moose Jaw Warriors, WHL, 2016-Present
Jake Goldowski – Saginaw Spirit, OHL, 2017-Present
CJ Yakimowicz – USA National Development Team U18 2013-14
Jake Goldowski – USA National Development Team U17 2016-2017, U18 2017-18
Denis Smirnov – 2011-2013: Committed to Penn State, NCAA Div. I – Big Ten
Derek Hamelin – 2011-2014: Committed to Canisius College, NCAA Div. I – Atlantic Hockey
Nikita Pavlychev – 2011-2014: Committed to Penn State, NCAA Div. I – Big Ten
Eugene Fadyeyev – 2011-2014: Committed to Ohio State, NCAA Div. I – Big Ten
Marcus Joseph – 2012-2015: Committed to Sacred Heart University, NCAA Div. I – Atlantic Hockey
Dan Perez – 2013-2015: Committed to University of Maine, NCAA Div. I – Hockey East
Vlad Dzhioshvili – 2012-2015: Committed to University of Vermont, NCAA Div. I – Hockey East
Konstantin Chernyuk – 2013-2015: Committed to University of Maine, NCAA Div. I – Hockey East
Jacob Hamacher – 2013-2014, 2015-2016: Committed to RIT, NCAA Div. I – Atlantic Hockey
Gavin Lewis – 2014-15: Committed to RIT, NCAA Div. I – Atlantic Hockey
Luke Edgerton – 2014-15: Committed to Niagara University, NCAA Div. I – Atlantic Hockey
Jacob Goldowski – 2014-2016: Committed to Penn State, NCAA Div. I – Big Ten
Aiden Beck – 2015-2016: Committed to Canisius College, NCAA Div. I – Atlantic Hockey
Sammy Steele – 2015-2016: Committed to Arizona State University, NCAA Div. I – Independent
Joseph Campolieto – 2010-2016: Committed to Union College, NCAA Div. I – ECAC
Paul DeNaples – 2010-2016: Committed to Penn State, NCAA Div. I – Big Ten
Joey Kubachka – 2015-2017: Committed to Cornell University, NCAA Div. I – ECAC
Khristian Acosta – 2016-17: Committed to University of Massachusetts at Amherst, NCAA Div. I – Hockey East
Dorian Dawson – 2015-2017: Committed to Brown University, NCAA Div. I – ECAC
Grant Valentine – 2015-2017: Committed to Miami University (of Ohio), NCAA Div. I – NCHC
Tyrone Bronte – 2017-2018: Committed to Bemidji State University, NCAA Div. I – WCHA
Paul Maust – 2015-2017: Committed to Mercyhurst University, NCAA Div. I – Atlantic Hockey
Reed Robinson – 2015-2018: Committed to Niagara University, NCAA Div. I – Atlantic Hockey
Jack Olmstead – 2017-2018: Committed to University of Michigan, NCAA Div. I – Big 10
Thomas Farrell – 2016-2018: Committed to Army, NCAA Div. I – Atlantic Hockey
Anthony Firriolo – 2017-2018: Committed to Army, NCAA Div. I – Atlantic Hockey
Christian Stoever – 2017-18: Committed to Merrimack College, NCAA Div. I – Hockey East
Adrian Danchenko – 2014 – 2018: Committed to Alabama-Huntsville, NCAA Div. I – WCHA
Connor Ryan – 2013-2014: Committed to Southern New Hampshire University, NCAA Div. II – Northeast-10
Matt MacInnis – 2013-2014: Committed to Southern New Hampshire University, NCAA Div. II – Northeast-10
Brad Riccardi – 2013-2014: Committed to Franklin Pierce University, NCAA Div. II – Northeast-10
Parker Carroll – 2010-2011: Committed to Norwich University, NCAA Div. III – ECAC East
Joe Casale – 2010-2012: Committed to SUNY Canton, NCAA Div. III – SUNYAC
Rob Belger – 2011-2012: Committed to Nichols College, NCAA Div. III – ECAC Northeast
Rob Liberatore – 2011-2012: Committed to SUNY Canton, NCAA Div. III – SUNYAC
Erik Lyrvall – 2011-2012: Committed to Norwich University, NCAA Div. III – ECAC East
Mike DeLaVergne – 2011-2013: Committed to Buffalo State College, NCAA Div. III – SUNYAC
Gaven LaValley – 2011-2014: Committed to Nichols College, NCAA Div. III – ECAC Northeast
Jack Ceglarski – 2011-2013: Committed to SUNY Geneseo, NCAA Div. III – SUNYAC
Erik Moberg – 2011-2013: Committed to SUNY Fredonia, NCAA Div. III – SUNYAC
Gaven LaValley – 2011-2014: Committed to Nichols College, NCAA Div. III – ECAC Northeast
Tommy Dowell – 2012-2013: Committed to Plymouth State University, NCAA Div. III – MASCAC
Hunter Long – 2012-2013: Committed to SUNY Fredonia, NCAA Div. III – SUNYAC
Marcus Ortiz – 2012-2013: Committed to SUNY Fredonia, NCAA Div. III – SUNYAC
Matt Cessna – 2012-2014: Committed to SUNY Fredonia, NCAA Div. III – SUNYAC
Chris Deming – 2012-2014: Committed to Nichols College, NCAA Div. III – ECAC Northeast
Oskar Gerhardson – 2013-2014: Committed to SUNY Fredonia, NCAA Div. III – SUNYAC
Kyle Matsumoto – 2013-2014: Committed to SUNY Canton, NCAA Div. III – SUNYAC
Quinton Neville – 2013-2014: Committed to St. Olaf College, NCAA Div. III – MIAC
Kenny Orlando – 2013-2014: Committed to SUNY Canton, NCAA Div. III – SUNYAC
Jens Rasmusson – 2013-2014: Committed to UMass – Dartmouth, NCAA Div. III – MASCAC
Harout Sarkisian – 2013-2014: Committed to Nichols College, NCAA Div. III – ECAC Northeast
Austin Arnold – 2013-2015: Committed to St. Mary’s University, NCAA Div. III – MIAC
David MacGregor – 2014-2015: Committed to UMass-Boston, NCAA Div. III – ECAC East
John Regnart – 2013-2015: Committed to UMass-Boston, NCAA Div. III – ECAC East
John Ryan – 2013-2015: Committed to SUNY Potsdam, NCAA Div. III – SUNYAC
Andrei Svistunov – 2012-13, 2014-2016: Committed to Buffalo State, NCAA Div. III – SUNYAC
Tanner Bennett – 2014-2016: Committed to Wisconsin-River Falls, NCAA Div. III – WIAC
Matt Beranek – 2015-2016: Committed to Lawrence University, NCAA Div. III – NCHA
Blake Busch – 2015-2016: Committed to Wisconsin-River Falls, NCAA Div. III – WIAC
Zed Dietrich – 2015-2016: Committed to Milwaukee School of Engineering, NCAA Div. III – NCHA
Tim Gelatt – 2015-2017: Committed to University of Wisconsin River Falls, NCAA Div. III – WIAC
Stephen Kelly – 2015-2016: Committed to Buffalo State, NCAA Div. III – SUNYAC
Carson Knop – 2015-2016: Committed to Lawrence University, NCAA Div. III – NCHA
Zach Remers – 2012-2016: Committed to Buffalo State, NCAA Div. III – SUNYAC
Joe Schuler – 2016-17: Committed to Colby College, NCAA Div. III – NESCAC
Elijah Latimer – 2007-17: Committed to St. Thomas University, NCAA Div. III-MIAC
JP Natishan – 2012-2018: Committed to Kings College, NCAA Div. III – UCHC
Michael Morrissey – 2007-2018: Committed to Colby College, NCAA Div. III – NESCAC
Bryan Whelan – 2017-18: Committed to Framingham State Rams, NCAA Div. III – MASCAC
Tyler Watungwa – 2017-2018: Committed to Finlandia University, NCAA Div. III – NCHA Conference
Curtis Carlson – 2015-2018: Committed to Nichols College, NCAA Div. III – CCC
Paul Cimilluca – 2016-2018: Committed to Wilkes University, NCAA Div. III – UCHC
Mike Gelatt – 2016-2018: Committed to Skidmore College, NCAA Div. III – ECAC East
Matt Kidney – 2016-2018: Committed to Salve Regina University, NCAA Div. III – CCC
David Pfoestl – 2015-2018: Committed to Anna Maria College, NCAA Div. III – Independent
Thomas Walker – 2017-2019: Committed to Albertus Magnus College, NCAA Div. III – Independent
Tyler Uravage – 2012-2015: Committed to St. Olaf University, NCAA Div. III – MIAC
Alex Rowella – 2011-2015: Committed to Manhattanville College, NCAA Div. III – UCHC
Tino Alunni – 2010-2016: Committed to Lebanon Valley College, NCAA Div. III – UCHC
Zach Gielarowski – 2016-17: Committed to Robert Morris University
Nate Chuckran – 2017-2018: Committed to Stony Brook University
Jared Stahel – 2017-2018: Committed to Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Louie Kuka – 2016-2017: Committed to William Patterson University
Austin Weber – 2017-2018: Committed to University of Alabama
facility
The Academy players practice and play at Revolution Ice Centre in Pittston, PA. Revolution is a state-of-the-art ice skating and premier hockey training facility which houses two regulation sized ice sheets, seating for 800 spectators in permanent bleachers, fourteen large locker rooms, Hat Trick Hockey (a year round pro shop), full fitness facility, skating treadmill, RapidShot training lane and a RapidHands unit.
The arena is home to the Wilkes Barre Scranton Junior Knights, the WBS Knights USPHL and NCDC teams and proudly serves as home ice for Kings College men’s and women’s NCAA Division III ice hockey programs as well as the University of Scranton ACHA Hockey program.
- 12 Old Boston Road Pittston, PA 18640 USA
- +1 570-883-1100
- revo-ice.com