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Travel thousands of miles across the Atlantic and he is well known in Germany, as Mr. Eishockey. Dynamic, charismatic, chaotic, successful; player, coach, General Manager and Mr. PR, he wears all of the hats and he wears them well. To describe this man is not to describe his hockey talents, as he took average skills and turned them into one of the most successful playing careers in the First Division North, but to describe the personality.

In his first year, back in 1988, he soon recognized he was more of an entertainer than a star player. He understood that is what the fans paid money to watch. The fans became his peers, not just paying customers, and even today he takes time to talk to every one of them, whether they be friend or foe. His passion is seen in his endless time spent for kids of the sport, young or old.

With well over ten seasons, there are many accolades and trophies but his biggest joy is to have a person request his autograph. Life in German Ice Hockey is not all roses and through the adversity of teams going bankrupt and not filing taxes, Kerry has been able to stay focused and positive about the past, the present and the future.

To accomplishments, he only states that he is fortunate that at his age he can still play a role in a young man's sport. His last season speaks volumes to his statement. Playing with two outstanding imports, Jason Krywulak and Todd Johnson, both of whom are from the University of Calgary, he put up incredible numbers, 55 games, 51 goals, 101 assists for a total of 152 points. He placed third overall behind his linemates. An unbelievable accomplishment, 1-2-3 in the scoring race. Though the speed and the skills have lessened, the drive, determination and passion still burns deep.

He hand picked five imports to join him this season in Timmendorfer Strand, located on the Baltic Sea, and they were all exceptional players. More importantly were all quality people. Corey Neilson from Teen Ranch was the leagues top defenceman in points and penalty minutes, Jason Krywulak was the top scorer in the league voted second best winger, Todd Johnson was second overall and was voted the best centre in the league (both have received several offers from the Bundesliga), Derek Ladouceur and Shayne Green were recognized as the two premier two players in the league. With this supporting cast Kerry was able to build a club that took Germany by storm and as a result the ECT Timmendorf Hockey Club was voted the Surprise Team of the Year. As Player/Coach and General Manager he was able to solidify the clubs future as the foundation has been built to take the next steps to advance.

Kerry's knowledge and understanding of the German hockey scene will be a major asset in help him advise players in their choice to the the challenge in Europe. The vast experience in all aspects of running of an organization can only benefit any player, coach and/or team that becomes involved in his new venture. Set to launch this season is a new advisory company that will handle professional players who want to play in Europe. His association with Dan Cameron and Peter Miller, will be a winning combination for any prospective player. Included in the package will be contract negotiations, preparation for travel and living in Europe, financial planning, tax advice and 24 hour assistance in all aspects of the German experience.

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(compiled by Dieter Hartmann and Lawrence Goulet)

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