* The Mass Ducks thank all the parents who submitted their
opinion(s). Anyone who would like to submit an opinion, please
email it to
massducks@comcast.net
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Being part of the Mass Ducks program
has been nothing but a positive experience in every way for my
daughter. Her confidence, skill level and knowledge of the game
has improved each week. I can not thank the coaches enough for
their commitment and love for the game to share with the girls.
One BIG THANK YOU!
We are looking forward to
being part of this program in the future. I feel the ducks are doing a phenomenal
job and As far as I can see, THE DUCKS is the top program
around...and even that is an understatement. One word, "AWESOME" |
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- Robyn Nogueira, 5th
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Both my
daughter and I believe Dan is a fantastic coach. He is very well
balanced with being challenging and fun, which is hard to find
in a coach. My daughter, my husband and I are very happy she is
playing for the Ducks!!! |
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Wendy Bickford, 8th
Grade Parent |
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I think this program is excellent for
my daughter. Not only did it make her a better all around
basketball player it made her a confident 11 year old. My
daughter has been getting better grades ever since she started
this season it has taught her to focus on the here and now.
Thank you for allowing my daughter to be part of an excellent program. |
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Monica King, 5th
Grade Parent |
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The coaching and
what the Mass Ducks program stands for is phenomenal. The girls
have and continue to learn so much; not only to play good
basketball, but also good sportsmanship, camaraderie and respect
for each other, their opponents, and for their coaching staff.
There is not enough "Dan Nortons" out there! |
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Elaine Grassa, 7th
Grade Parent |
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This is our first season with the Ducks and it has been a truly
great experience for my two daughters. They have made close
friends with their teammates both on and off the court and have
wonderful coaches who really know how to focus on developing the
girls’ skills in practice and in the games. I have already seen
great improvement in both my girls and their confidence is
soaring, which is a testament to the quality of coaching in the
Ducks program. I am so happy to have found the perfect AAU
program for my daughters. Go Ducks! |
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- Bill Pearlman, 9th
and 6th grade Parent |
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I thought the program was great.
The coaches couldn't have been more fair as far as playing time
and attention to each player went. They were always patient and
never humiliated the players for mistakes. Overall a very
positive experience. I would definitely recommend the DUCKS
program to others! |
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- Kellie Pusateri,
7th grade Parent |
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My daughter told me the She Shoots
She Scores Clinic was by far the best that she has attended.
She feels she worked harder on her conditioning than at any time
in the past and that her core skills improved - especially left
handed dribbling. |
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- Dave Tomer, High
School Parent |
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Dan is an
exceptional coach. He teaches the kids effectively without
yelling at them and making them feel inferior or inadequate. He
is a great teacher, coach & mentor. I have seen improvement
with my daughter's skills since she has been playing with Dan.
He has taught her some great plays and how to use her talent to
the best of her ability. |
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- Pat Bodin, 8th
Grade Parent |
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The ducks
program is a program I can see my daughter participating in
until she is out of high school. It has given her the knowledge
to be a better player and a team player!! The coaches all are
fantastic, they are all so positive with the girls and the kids
had a blast even if you were being hard on them. From the start
you always looked out for what was best for the player not just
the team that truly says a lot about you as a person you do not
see that in many coaches. It is a wonderful asset. |
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Sara McKay,
5th grade Parent |
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One of the reasons my daughter loves this team is because of Dan
Norton's coaching style. He expects the players to be their
best, but his sense of humor and enthusiasm for coaching and the
players is always evident. I am confident he knows the strengths
and weaknesses of each girl and helps them to improve both at
practices and during the games. |
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Keith Greenawalt, 8th grade Parent |
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We have had
experience with 2 other AAU programs and this was by far the
best experience for both of my girls. Dan has the most wonderful
rapport with the 5th grade girls. They felt very comfortable
with him but knew that he meant business. He brought out the
best in all the girls. From excellence in coaching to
organization Mass Ducks are tops!!!! |
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Faye Siegel, 8th and 5th
Grade Parent |
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Dan has done an
outstanding job developing the Mass Ducks into a great
organization. He is a great coach who works so well with the
girls. My daughter's skills improve with each season she plays.
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Pam Regan, 8th Grade Parent |
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I could not of asked for a better coach
for my daughter. She responded to Dan very well and my
daughter can be difficult sometimes but Dan knew how to deal and
redirect her in a positive manner. My daughter's game has improved
greatly. Her confidence on the court has shown and I just can't
believe how confident she is with the ball now. Dan knows the
game very well and proud to say he coached my daughter.
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Monica King, 5th Grade Parent |
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My wife and I
want to thank both of the coaches and the organization for all
of your hard work and encouragement that you provided to all of
the young ladies. I have watched my daughter grow into a better
player and young lady by playing and learning from the Ducks.
This is an exceptional organization that comes from the
leadership at the top. Well run. |
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- John Mulcahy, 9th
Grade Parent |
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Great program.
My daughter's improvement and confidence level have been amazing
as a result of the Ducks in just two seasons with
the program, it has been amazing. Can't wait for the next season. |
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- Robert Lamie, High
School Parent |
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We decided to
switch AAU programs this year because both my daughter and I
were not happy. Not knowing anything about the Ducks we decided
to take a chance and I cannot tell you how pleased we are.
Parents and players alike were great and I could see my
daughter's confidence and skill grow as the season went on. She
was apprehensive about playing after last year but coach Dan was
amazing in guiding the girls. His coaching style and personality
will keep us coming back for years. Go Ducks!!!! |
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Mike McKay, 5th
Grade Parent |
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Our daughter joined the Ducks not
knowing a single person on the team. By the time the end of the
season rolled around she made (11) very nice young lady friends
who just happen to love basketball too. It was a great
experience for a 7th grader and we highly recommend the
experience! If you are looking for a program who's coaches care
and knows what to teach and how to teach it, look no further
than the Ducks Program! |
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- Dan Whyte, 7th
Grade Parent |
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My daughters are in the process of trying out for their Travel
team. I can really see the improvement in their confidence and
their game from last year. They got a lot out of their “Ducks”
experience. |
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Mark Donahoe, 5th Grade Parent |
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This program
helps to develop overall basketball skills, but more importantly
helps to develop a sense of teamwork over individual
contribution. The girls learn how their overall role contributes
to the success of the game plan. My daughter now understands
each team members strength and how to work with them to succeed.
She understand that there is a strategy. Prior to this, she was
merely and individual trying to run to the basket to score. |
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Cheryl Mahoney, 8th Grade Parent |
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Our Daughter has improved so much
from the Fall season to the Spring season with the Ducks. We are
very excited for the next Fall season to start up!!!!!We are
very Thankful to the Ducks, for bringing out the best in
her basketball skills and sportsmanship. WE all have made some
wonderful new friends. The Mass Ducks is a great program for all
girls. Thanks to Coach Dan and staff. |
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- Eileen McDonnell, 7th
Grade Parent |
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The Mass Ducks was a phenomenal
experience for my girls. The emphasis on improving their
individual skills as well as incorporating all their improving
talents in a team concept was fantastic. Additionally, all the
games were within an hour or so from home, which made it great
for minimal travelling. |
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Anonymous, 8th and 5th Grade Parent |
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I have never
witnessed such drive in a coach and a program to get these girls
to play basketball with such expertise. Everywhere we went
parents of other teams and other coaches commented on the
behavior and the team work and the skill of the girls on this
team. My daughter is so happy that she tried out and made this
team. She is already sad the season is over. |
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Christine Nee, 5th
Grade Parent |
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The Mass Ducks
do a fantastic job at both player and team development
throughout the year. It is sometimes easy to only focus on
winning, but focusing on development while being competitive is
difficult, and they do a great job!!! |
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- Chris Crimi, 7th
Grade Parent |
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One of my favorite things about the
Ducks is the emphasis on development since I believe that
development and effort are two things that are important
throughout life. It is an outstanding message. I also love the
agility and strength drills done at practices. My daughter
understood what she needed to do to play. There were a few times
during games when she was taken out for not boxing out or
hustling enough. It was very clear to her why and yet it didn't
make her feel badly. Somehow Coach Dan communicates things kids
need to work on while not making them feel badly about their
skills. For the first time ever my daughter responded by working
harder- working harder for Coach Dan than for any other coach.
he is one of the best youth sports coaches I have seen! |
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- Tamar Davis, 5th
Grade Parent |
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After several years of town travel
basketball in the winter, this Spring was our daughter's first
venture into AAU basketball. The Ducks program is the best blend
of player development and competitiveness available.
Organization and coaching are first rate...and without the
drama, favoritism and arrogance of some other programs. Our
daughter had fun, met new friends and definitely has a lot more
game thanks to the Ducks |
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- Walt Zorkers, 7th
Grade Parent |
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We have enjoyed
such a positive experience this year with the Ducks. Last year,
with a different program, we could not wait for the season to
end. We where all nervous to have our daughter try out for
another AAU program but when we found the ducks we said we would
give it another try. It was the best decision. Our daughter is
still talking about how upset she is that the season is over.
She can not wait to go to the clinic and play in the fall!!! |
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Sara McKay,
5th grade Parent |
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Thank you for your interest and support in our daughter as a
person as well as a player! |
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Mary Ellen Gardiner, 7th Grade Parent |
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Dan does a
great job of teaching the game of basketball while making it fun
as well. His dedication to the program was evident in how smooth
the season ran regarding practices and tournaments all while
juggling his many teams. Keep up the good work. |
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- Jay Jerahian, 5th
Grade Parent |
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Great
experience for our daughter and great coaching. |
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- Sue Onofrio, High
School Parent |
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My
husband and I saw a great improvement with our daughter. She had
a great respect for her coach and assistant coach, something she
didn't have in the past. The coaches connected with the team and
then took them from there. She wanted to learn. They heard the
good and the bad. They matured over the past months in so many
ways, yet they remained young girls having a lot of fun! We
thank you for a great experience! |
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- Anonymous, 7th
Grade Parent |
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I think your communication and skills with the kids and the
parents was exceptional. You kept us informed on schedules for
both practices and tourneys which
was
a big positive. I also think
the kids really took
away a great deal from your demeanor and sportsmanship. |
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Mark Donahoe, 5th
Grade Parent |
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Mass Ducks is a fantastic program for developing skills, team
work, and sportsmanship for girls. This program is beneficial,
professional, and fun for the girls and their parents. |
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Debbie Bonarrigo, 6th
Grade Parent |
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We're looking for an organization where our girls feel
comfortable as well as challenged. The Ducks definitely
fulfilled that for us. |
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- Sue Bourikas, 8th
and 6th Grade Parent |
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You have done a great job with the girls. You work them hard and
have them in game shape by the time the tournament season
starts. There is alway improvement in them by seasons end and
usually results in winning seasons. Keep up the good work. |
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- Kevin Grassa, 7th
Grade Parent |
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The
experience my daughter had was beyond our expectations.
She has learned so much, and loved every minute of it.
Dan was very calm, and encouraging to the girls while
they played. He always spoke about winning is nice, but
even if you are not wining still work your hardest and
do not give up. Courteous to all the refs and very
talkative to the parents after the games. I was never
the biggest basketball fan and I am now - my daughter
has loved it all her life and now claims she wants to
make it part of her career.
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Christine Nee, 5th Grade Parent |
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We couldn't be happier with the
program. Our daughter started the season behind her teammates in
basketball experience and skills. Her teammates and coaches were
so supportive and she improved so much over the course of the
season that we were overjoyed. Dan's enthusiasm for the game and
love of coaching the girls permeates the entire program. We
can't wait for next season. |
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- Kevin Goyette, 7th
Grade Parent |
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My daughter
loved playing for the Ducks. She always knew that her coaches
would push her to the maximum of her ability and more! This
helped her improve great deal and she looks forward to playing
again. |
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Christine Erardi, 7th
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I think my daughter took everything she
learned over the season and put it all
together for the last game. I saw so much
confidence in her. She seemed to grown so
much as a player mentally and physically.
Thank you so much for everything you taught
her and having faith in all the girls. Coach
Dan's accessibility was excellent as well.
No matter what time it was you always got
back to us right away. You kept us up to
date about things going on. And you where
just there if we need to talk about our
daughter. |
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Sara McKay,
5th grade Parent |
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My
daughter had a great experience playing for the Ducks. The
coaches were just strict enough to keep her head in the game and
she felt encouraged to try harder than she ever has. She's
excited to continue! |
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- Anonymous, 8th
Grade Parent |
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Dan does an
excellent job of coaching the girls. I feel my daughter has
gained confidence in her abilities this season. |
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Mary Powers,
8th Grade Parent |
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This past season was my daughters third
season playing for the Mass Ducks. She continues to grow and
improve as an overall player. She enjoys the coaching and the
team. |
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- Debbie Powers, High
School Parent |
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My daughter has
played AAU for the past 3 years with other programs and I was
very pleased with the program and instruction my daughter
received with the Ducks. She was challenged to improved and
encouraged to try new skills. |
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Russ Onofrio, High
School Parent |
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We loved the program! It was very
well organized! Our daughter improved her skills more than we
could have imagined! Can't wait for next season! |
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Donna and Aaron Paul, 6th Grade Parents |
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The program did what was advertised by
learning fundamentals, how to play as a team, and focusing on
good sportsmanship. My daughter was fortunate to play for the
Ducks this spring. She was excited for every practice and game.
The program and coaching offered is everything my husband and I
want in a youth sports program for our daughter. |
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Tamar Davis, 5th
Grade Parent |
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My daughter had an excellent experience
for her first year in AAU with the Ducks. She learned a lot, has
a lot to work on and cannot wait to continue. |
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- Vanessa Kenefick,
6th Grade Parent |
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My daughter stayed dedicated, worked
hard, and had a lot of fun. I never once had to ask her twice to
get ready for ducks practices or games! My daughter has
definitely grown as a player and has developed more confidence.
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- Robyn Nogueira, 5th
Grade Parent |
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Great experience. My daughter is
disappointed the season is over! |
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- Steve Regan, 8th
Grade Parent |
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Keep up the great work. The program was positive, with high
energy and it promoted player development at the expense of
winning. I got the impression that some of the other programs
focused more on winning than development. |
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- Alison and Ned
Corcoran, 6th Grade Parents |
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Thank you so much for this
wonderful opportunity that you provided for my daughter. She has
improved greatly and looks forward to playing for the DUCKS
again. She has made so many new friends and hopes to play with
these girls for a long time. Your professionalism in coaching,
teaching, training will stay with her a long time. She is
already missing her friends, coaches, games and practices.
Thank you again. |
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Christine Nee, 5th
Grade Parent |
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My daughters have had a wonderful experience playing on the Mass
Ducks. Dan and Julianna are personable coaches who connect well
with the players and parents. They have created a positive team
atmosphere and their coaching style has been very beneficial.
They give my daughters encouragement and individual instruction
which has greatly helped to foster their confidence and improve
their level of play. - Go Ducks!! |
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- Beth Peterson, 12U
Parent |
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If your daughter doesn't come
out of this program in great shape, with better skills, more
confidence and new friends, then she must have went to the
program next door... Highly recommend... |
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- John Bodin, 8th
grade Parent |
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My daughter has played
basketball since she was 6 years old and this was the best and
most enjoyable experiences she's had. Thanks guys can't wait for
spring season |
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- Jane Lamie, High School Parent |
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Coaching is an extremely important part of players
development in any sport. You need to take the time to teach the
fundamentals while developing a player to ultimately win the
game you are playing. Dan and Julianna take the time to
teach the fundamentals and help the players to understand,
learn, and have fun. They are committed to what they are trying
to do and I personally could not be happier to have my daughter
as a part of their team. |
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- Chris Crimi, 12U
parent |
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Dan has the ability to
motivate, encourage and drive the girls to be the best they can
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- Elaine Grassa,
7th/8th Grade Parent |
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It has been a very positive experience. In all our years as
basketball parents, never have we been as impressed by the
dedication of the coaches. The fall season just ended and our
daughter can't wait for the spring season to begin. |
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- Chris and Lisa
Bulger, 8th/9th Grade Parent |
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This is a very good experience for kids to try out for a
competitive and challenging team for when they get older and it
is sooooooo much fun !!!!!!!! |
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- Grace Gardiner, 7th
Grade Player |
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I want you to know that our daughter has truly enjoyed not only
being part of the team, but also the dynamics of this team. She
wants to be a better player and you both are definitely helping
her! Also, she has made some great friends as there is a nice
mix of girls. She truly has benefited from your coaching and
skill sessions. She and we have enjoyed this season and look
forward to hearing what else is planned for the Ducks in the
future. |
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- Dianne Higgins, 12U
Parent |
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I love the Mass Ducks coaches
and enjoy playing for the mass ducks. I also feel that my skills
have gotten better since I started the team. Practices are
always fun and the coaches give the players encouraging
feedback. I have had a wonderful experience playing for the
ducks and can't wait for the spring season! |
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- Nicole Peterson,
8th grade player |
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My daughter has thoroughly enjoyed playing AAU basketball. She
has come a long way since her first game. Her enthusiasm and her
willingness to work hard to improve, is a direct result of Dan
and his unique coaching style. We look forward to the Spring
AAU. |
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- Elaine Grassa,
7th/8th Grade Parent |
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Joining the Mass Ducks was just about the most positive thing
we've ever done for our daughter. Her confidence in herself and
in her ability to try new things increased tremendously. |
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- Mary Ellen
Gardiner, 7th/8th Grade Parent |
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Because of you two coaches, I have been so pleased with my
daughter's experience with the Ducks. The quality of your
instruction and guidance during practice and games isn't
something we've experienced before. The reason we decided to go
the AAU route is just that... quality coaching and instruction
and objective evaluation.
The dynamics of a bunch of 12 year olds really changes when they
are inspired by coaches who are passionate about the game
- not just the winning of games, but teaching it. You two bring
basketball to a different level with the girls - and that shows
on the court every week. I also appreciate your accessibility as
a coach. You are exactly what parents are looking for : ) |
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- Jenn Dagesse, 12U
Parent |
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The Mass Ducks Fall Season has been an exceptionally positive
experience for my daughter. She has grown tremendously as a
player through all of the practice and game experience and also
from having many other talented players as teammates around her.
Not only did she benefit on the court, but she also forged many
new friendships. This is a terrific way to prepare for the
travel season. I would highly recommend the program. |
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- Cindy Kearney,
7th/8th Grade Parent |
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My daughter played in her summer league game after playing
AAU with the Ducks and she was much better than before the AAU
season. She has improved greatly as a result of the Ducks and it
showed when she was playing. |
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- Debbie Powers, High
School Level Parent |
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You do an excellent job meeting each girl where she is in her
development and helping her along to the next level of skill.
Our daughter has learned A LOT from you. You both work hard and
set a good example for the girls about dedication. We want to
thank you very much. |
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- Stacey & Robert Genduso, 12U Parents |
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What a wonderful experience this team was for the whole
family !!! It was fabulous to have our daughter playing with
such nice, and talented girls who always gave support to each
other on win, loss, injury, great try and "high fives" on super
plays and team work.
We so enjoyed meeting and making friends with the players and
families from the surrounding towns. Our best to Coach Dan and
his father for all the experiences they have shared with their
Ducks Team ! Thank you ! |
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- Eileen McDonnell,
7th/8th Grade Parent |
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improvement in her since she starting playing AAU with the
Ducks! She asked if the Mass Ducks directors had any clinics she
could recommend to her other players. |
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- Anonymous, 12U
Parent |
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The tournament schedule has been well organized with a good
balance of local tournaments and colleges that could be of
interest to the players in the area. The team fee is very
reasonable with very little extra cost and optional extra
apparel purchase. |
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- Anonymous, High School
level Parent |
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With you both instructing, both my husband and I feel our
daughter has an exceptional opportunity to learn from people who
really "know" the game : ) |
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- Jenn Dagesse, 12U
Parent |
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Thank you Dan and Bob for all your hard work with the girls
this season. You managed to find the elusive balance between
working hard and having fun! After six weeks with you, my
daughter is in the best shape of her life and looking for more.
I'm very impressed with the way the girls came together as a
team but, as importantly, how they came together as friends in
such a short amount of time. It may have been the boxing out
drill.. :) Thanks for a winning season! |
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- Sarah Titus,
7th/8th Grade Parent |
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Thank you for thinking of the mother's and giving us all roses
for Mother's Day. That was very thoughtful of you both. |
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- Anonymous, 12U
Parent |
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My daughter is having lots of fun playing on the team. She is
also learning and improving and is looking forward to attending
summer clinics with you guys again. Thanks for coaching her so
well. |
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Betty Dillon, 12U
Parent |
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Practices are fun and fast moving with emphasis on improvement
both individually and as a team in a challenging but supportive
environment. |
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- Anonymous, High School
Level Parent |
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| My daughter needs to improve her shooting and dribbling and you
two are doing a wonderful job teaching her. The practices are
great and you two are doing a great job!!!! |
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- Chris Crimi, 12U
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| Our daughter is loving this experience with your team. She was
thrilled when you had an extra practice last week and she is
really having a lot of fun, she's learning and happy to have
really qualified coaches. You are doing a great job, your
knowledge of the game and coaching abilities are obvious. The
girls really listen and learn from you, and that is the most
important thing.
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- Anonymous, 12U
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| You are both great teachers and role models for all the girls.
They are definitely learning and getting better. We plan to be
around for awhile. : ) |
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-Jenn Dagesse, 12U
Parent |
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I am impressed with my daughter’s development and I think she is
definitely learning a lot from the two of you during practice
and games. The two of you are doing a great job! |
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- Anonymous, High
School Level Parent |
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The significant focus the Mass Ducks coaches place on the
fundamentals and skills is easily seen in the improvement in
each player. |
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- Anonymous, High
School Level Parent |
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We very much appreciate your generosity of time and spirit. You
are dedicated to this program and the girls in it.
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- Stacey & Robert
Genduso, 12U Parent |
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Our daughter is really enjoying playing on the Ducks AAU
team. She has nothing but great things to say about both of you.
She is very much a "people person" and for her it's so important
that she feel a connection with the coaches and the other
players. I think she has found that in your team and that's one
of the reasons she likes it so much. |
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- Maureen Gemma, 12U Parent |
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My daughter enjoys the fact that you both are professional and
unbiased coaches. For the 1st time she has coaches who do
not play favorites and she has learned more from the two of you
in one year than she has learned from many coaches in the last
several years. |
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- Anonymous, 12U
Parent |
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It does not matter if they win or lose, both our daughters love
playing for Dan and Julianna and are having a lot of fun. They
tell me over and over how much they love playing on the Ducks
team. |
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- Beth Peterson, 12U Parent |
* Anyone who would like to submit an opinion, please email it to
massducks@comcast.net Thank
You. |
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