Executive & Staff (Essa Minor Hockey)

Tiffany Hart

Tiffany has been a part of the EMHA Executive for 12 years. Filling in for positions including Acting Vice President, OMHA Contact, Referee in Chief, Fundraising, Registrar, PR and Bond Director.  For the last 8 years she has been the Essa Minor Hockey Ice Scheduler.  She has been involved in running and promoting the EMHA Youth Dances for the past 10 years.  ×

Kayla Otten

Equipment Email: [email protected] 
Fundraising Email: [email protected]×

Gavin Hodgson

Coach Gavin Hodgson
Head Coach - U13 REP Team
Born and raised in Simcoe County, where I still reside with my loving and supportive family, my passion for hockey was sparked by the very community that surrounded me. From a young age, I fell in love with the sport and began my journey with the Midland Minor Hockey Association. Over the years, I developed my skills playing summer hockey with the Georgian Bay Selects, Central Ontario Selects, and Kawartha Canadians, all of which laid a strong foundation for my hockey career.
As I progressed, I advanced to AAA hockey with the Barrie Colts and the Wexford Raiders of the GTHL, before continuing my junior career with the Tier 2 Wexford Raiders of the GTHL. I then played university hockey for Mount Allison University and the University of Calgary, in the now Supports, then CIAU. Following that, I embarked on an eight-year professional career in the United States, playing 350 games of Minor Professional Hockey and winning a league championship. I concluded my playing career with the Orillia Tundra in the AAA Senior Men’s League, competing for the prestigious Allan Cup.
A natural defenseman, I also gained valuable experience as a right winger, playing the position for one season in junior, one in university, and one professionally. My game was built on strong defensive instincts, anticipation, and an ability to shut down top offensive units. Penalty killing was my specialty, and I took pride in excelling in that role. The next chapter of my hockey career began when I stepped on the ice with my twin boys. That moment ignited my passion for coaching, and for the past five years, I have been dedicated to player development. As a coach, I focus on enhancing hockey IQ, skating, edge work, skill development, and both offensive and defensive tactics. More importantly, I strive to build strong character in young athletes and foster supportive relationships with quality families.
This year, I am again thrilled to be part of the ESSA family, where I look forward to assembling a competitive and fun team. Coaching, to me, is about more than just developing great players—it’s about shaping strong individuals, creating a positive, supportive hockey community, while developing life long friendships and memories. It truly takes a village to raise a child, and I am committed and honoured to being part of that journey.×