Executive Leadership

 Tessa Lucas has been involved with Hockey Mentors since its founding and plays a key leadership role in program safety, community outreach, volunteer coordination, and event planning. She helps oversee participant safety at events while also leading sponsorship outreach and silent auction fundraising efforts that directly support adaptive skating and hockey programs.

Tessa is a paramedic with the Rochester Fire Department and recently completed her master’s degree in biology. She is currently applying to medical school with the goal of becoming an emergency medicine physician.

Her background in emergency medicine, combined with her passion for community service, helps Hockey Mentors provide a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for participants and families of all abilities.

 Gail Lucas oversees the administrative and operational backbone of Hockey Mentors, supporting program logistics, registration, communications, and community outreach. She helps coordinate events, volunteers, and partnerships while ensuring families and participants receive a welcoming and organized experience. Gail has played a major role in the organization’s growth and sustainability since its earliest days.

 Scott Hartsell serves as Treasurer for Hockey Mentors, overseeing financial stewardship, budgeting, and accountability. He helps ensure donations and sponsorships are directed toward adaptive equipment, programming, and participant support while helping guide the organization’s long-term sustainability and growth. 

 Ken Murphy holds a PhD in technology and has been a longtime mentor and supporter of Wyatt and Hockey Mentors. He provides guidance in technology systems, problem-solving, and organizational development while continuing to support Wyatt’s academic and long-term professional growth. 

 Michael Perron is the owner of Michael Perron Photography and the official photographer for Hockey Mentors events. Through his photography, Michael captures the energy, joy, and meaningful moments shared on the ice, helping showcase the impact Hockey Mentors has on participants, families, volunteers, and the community.  Michael Perron Imaging 

 Born in Canada, Mikey was born with mild cerebral palsy and has been playing sled hockey since he was 10 years old.  Now 25, he competes with both the Metro Detroit Sled Hockey Team and the Windsor Ice Bullets, bringing years of experience, determination, and passion to the sport.

Off the ice, Mikey works in information technology, combining his technical skills with the same perseverance and dedication that have made him a successful para athlete.

As a Hockey Mentors Ambassador, Mikey encourages participants to discover what is possible through adaptive sports. Whether sharing his experiences, mentoring new sled hockey players, or representing Hockey Mentors in the community, he demonstrates that hockey has the power to build confidence, independence, friendships, and lifelong opportunities. "Everyone should feel at home on the ice."

A U.S. Army veteran, double amputee, adaptive athlete, and stand-up comedian whose energy and resilience inspire everyone she meets.

Although she discovered hockey later in life, Marissa quickly fell in love with the sport for its camaraderie, teamwork, and welcoming community. Through Hockey Mentors, she enjoys encouraging others to step outside their comfort zones and experience the confidence and friendships that adaptive sports can create.

Away from the rink, Marissa teaches swim lessons at Life Time, helping others build skills and confidence in the water. Whether she's mentoring participants, making audiences laugh through comedy, or representing Hockey Mentors in the community, Marissa demonstrates that determination, positivity, and a sense of humor can overcome almost any challenge. "The best part of hockey isn't just the game—it's the people you share it with."