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Sunday, February 25, 2024, 11:00AM
 
The Vipers are pleased to announce Nick Merryman will be returning for the 2024-25 season. Nick brings a wealth of high school coacing experience.
A former resident of Peabody and now lives in Danvers, Nick is familiar and proud to have worn the Vipers uniform for a number of years before entering high school. Now fortunate enough to join the other side of the bench, Nick brings with him the energy needed for the next generation of players. Nick is an experienced founder in the sports and fitness industries including a hockey league, development program, and training facility. In addition, Nick is employed at New England Biolabs — working towards a better world. Most importantly, Nick is a firm believer that with the right people, culture, and values you can accomplish great things.
Coaching Experience:
- U16Vipers, Coach, 2023-24
- Malden Catholic JVB, Head Coach, 2021-present
- Peabody High School, Asst Varsity Coach, 2019-21
- Founder of Washed Up Hockey & Merryman Development
Playing Experience:
- Greater Boston Vipers
- Peabody High School - Hockey & Lacrose Captian, 2017
- Team Massachusetts
- NEC All-Star
- EHL All-Star
Hometown:
Saturday, February 24, 2024, 8:00PM
Monday, February 19, 2024, 12:00PM
 The 2011T's have had a strong weekend up @ the Presidents Day Tournament in Manchester, NH.
Wins over the CT Chiefs (x2), Islanders, and Maine Gladiators put them in position to advance into the Championship Game Monday afternoon.
Great team effort throughtout the lineup.
Monday, January 29, 2024, 9:00PM
The Vipers welcome Chris Monteiro & John Karavales for the 2024-25 season as the 2012 Upper Gold Coaches.
We are excited because both coaches comes with a wealth of experience!
For Chris & John's Coaching Bio, click HERE
Thursday, January 25, 2024, 1:00PM
Wednesday, January 10, 2024, 9:00PM
The Vipers are pleased to announce Jayson Nalen as the 2014 Head Coach for the 2024-25 season.
Jayson was born and raised in Winthrop, MA. He still lives there now with his wife Danielle and two children: Quinn (9) and Charlie (6).
He started playing hockey at 3 years old and still plays to this day. Jayson has been a sitting board member for the last two years for his local youth hockey program in Winthrop. Jayson has been head coaching youth hockey for 15 years at all levels from MDL through Midgets. He has his level 4 USA Hockey Coaching Certification. Assistant coach for this and last season for the Greater Boston Vipers.
Coaching Philosophy: Coach Nalen's focus as a coach is player development, system style hockey, and incorporating hard work with fun. His goal is for every player is for them to end each season as a stronger skater with an advanced hockey IQ and an overall love for the game. Jayson loves hockey because it teaches life skills, such as being a good teammate, getting held accountable, and the importance of hardwork.
COACHING EXPERIENCE:
- 14Vipers, Head Coach, 2024-Present
- 14Vipers, Asst Coach, 2021-23
- Winthrop Youth Hockey, 2009-Present
- Winthrop Youth Hockey, Board of Directors, 2022-Present
- USA Hockey Level 4 Coaching Certificate
PLAYING EXPERIENCE:
HOMETOWN:
Wednesday, January 10, 2024, 8:00PM
The Vipers are pleased to announce Chris Connolly as the 2016 Coach for the 2024-25 season.
Chris is a passionate hockey coach that believes younger players need to play multiple sports to reach their athletic potention. Chris grew up in Melrose, MA and currently living in South Hamilton with his wife and three young sons.
Coaching Experience:
- 2016Vipers, Coach, 2024-Present
- 2015 Vipers, Coach, 2023-Present
- Wings, Mite Coach, 2020-23
- Pingree School, Varsity Head Coach, 2016-19
- Pingree School, Varsity Asst Coach, 2012-16
- '99 Vipers, Coach, 2008-11
Playing Experience:
- Austin Icebats, CHL, 2001
- ECAC All Star, 2001
- Hobart College, 1997-01
- NEPSIHA All Star, 1997
- Pingree School, 1994-97
- NEPSIHA All Star, 1997
Hometown:
Wednesday, November 15, 2023, 1:00PM
Tuesday, August 15, 2023, 9:32PM
 We have a few spots remaining open for the 2023-24 season.
- 2016 - 1 spot
- 2015 - 1 spot
- 2013 - 2 spots
- 2012 - 1 spot
- 2010 - 1 spots
- U18 - 2 spots
For more information, please email: vipers@vipersicehockey.com
Friday, May 19, 2023, 12:00PM
ONLINE STORE LINK: https://bostonvipers2023.itemorder.com/
The Vipers annual equipment and apparel fitting will be held on Tuesday May 23rd. Specific team schedule is listed below. Please try to attend at your specified time. 5/23/23 is the only fitting date. Items will arrive prior to Bootcamp in August.
ATTENDANCE: All 2023-24 players are required to attend. Please bring your knee pads and shoulder pads for proper jersey and socks sizing.
GAME JERSEYS/SOCKS: The Vipers game jerseys will be on hand for proper sizing. (Game jerseys are the long lead time item. To ensure arrival prior to the season, the order will be placed at the fitting.)
RETURNING PLAYERS: Please doublecheck your Jerseys and socks to ensure they will still fit in the fall.
APPAREL: This year the Vipers have added a variety of new apparel options. TSR will be showing all of the new apparel options and equipment. Orders will be finalized at the fitting or the online store which will be open for a limited time during the apparel fittings.
EQUIPMENT: All Vipers players are required to wear SOLID BLACK gloves, pants, and helmets next season. SOLID BLACK ONLY. You are welcome to purchase equipment from any manufacturer. The Vipers have partnered with TSR to offer discounted prices on equipment and apparel. TSR will have experts on site to answer questions and properly fit each player.
LOCATION: Holiday Inn, 1 Newbury St., Peabody, MA 01960
TEAM SCHEDULES:
MAY 23, 2023
5:00p - 2015/16
5:15p - 2014
5:30p - 2013
5:45p - 2012
6:00p - 2011
6:30p - 2010
7:00p - U14
7:30p - U16
7:45p - U18
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