About Us
The Jax Jets Adaptive Hockey team is dedicated to making hockey accessible for athletes of all abilities in the Jacksonville area. Founded in 2023 and a member of the American Special Hockey Association, we provide a safe, inclusive, and fun environment where players with physical and developmental challenges can learn, grow, and thrive on the ice. Our mission is to empower our athletes, foster teamwork, and build a supportive community through the game of hockey.
Our History
2023 | The Birth of Jax Jets
The Jax Jets Adaptive Hockey organization was established in 2023 to provide an inclusive and supportive environment for athletes of all abilities to enjoy the game of hockey. As a proud member of the American Special Hockey Association (ASHA), the Jax Jets bring adaptive hockey to Jacksonville, creating opportunities for individuals with physical and developmental challenges to participate in a sport they love.
“Jax Jets have given McKenna and Molly a remarkable chance to unite through their shared passion for hockey, a sport that brings back cherished memories of their late father. As a widow to four resilient girls, I’ve strived to keep his legacy alive, and our family’s love for hockey has been a beacon of hope. Having grown up skating and playing in Ohio, I always envisioned my children following in my footsteps. McKenna, born medically complex, has defied the odds with 35 surgeries and counting, yet she’s determined to thrive alongside her siblings. Joining the Jax Jets has significantly boosted her skating and puck-handling skills. Witnessing McKenna and Molly, her devoted younger sister, shine on the ice together – McKenna taking shots at Molly in goal – is truly exhilarating. I know their dad is proudly watching over them, inspiring the incredible hockey players they’re becoming.”
– Parent of a Jets Player
Meet The Team
Our Coaches
Coach Beth (Left)
About
I’ve been a hockey fan since birth. My dad was born and raised in Chicago and instilled the love of
the game in me as early as possible. I grew up playing hockey and being around professional hockey
teams through my dad’s profession. He was the Public Address Announcer for the Hampton Roads
Admirals in Norfolk, VA. In high school, I coached the local Special Olympics speed skating team. I’ve
been a part of Hockey for Everyone Jax since 2022 and helped found the Jax Jets. Coaching this team
and watching these athletes grow as people and players is the best thing I’ve done in my life.
Coach Andrew(Left)
About
Coach Andrew is a graduate of The Ohio State University with over 10 years of playing experience in hockey. As a USA Hockey certified Level One coach, he brings both passion and knowledge to the game. Coach Andrew’s favorite NHL team is the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Coach Stecklow
About
Coach Stecklow a 100% Disabled Veteran and a retired Civil Service employee from NAS Jacksonville. After earning a BS in Business from Purdue University, he began working at Collins Aerospace. Dedicated to supporting fellow veterans, he serves as a board member for the Jacksonville Icemen Warriors Veteran Hockey Club. “I love watching the kids get on and off the ice with a smile on their face because they were able to skate, stick handle and shoot the puck. These kids are smart and resilient.”
Our Sponsors
