25-26 NJC 8U GOLD
25-26 NJC 8U GOLD
Manager: Alina Cimillo
League: NJYHL
Tournaments/Showcases:
AAHA 8U Jamboree – Wayne, NJ (September 20-21, 2025)
Columbus Day Invitational – Hershey, PA (October 11-13, 2025)
The Warrior Cup – Cape Cod, MA (November 8-10, 2025)
MEET THE COACHES
Experienced staff with a wealth of knowledge and a passion for athlete growth and development.
CALEB WEESNER
HEAD COACH
CEP Level 4
Coaching Experience:
- Chicago Mission
- 8U, 13P, 14U, 15P
- Chicago Stallions
- ADM
- Chicago Blackhawks
- Learn-To-Play
- Learn-To-Skate
Playing Experience:
- Liberty University (ACHA D2/D3)
- Central Wisconsin Saints (Jr)
- Space Coast Hurricanes (Jr)
- Chicago Mission (AAA)
- Geneva Cyclones (AA)
Caleb Weeson is an experienced youth hockey coach from Chicago, IL, with a strong background in 8U player development. Known for his ability to build fundamentals in youth athletes, he has guided players to success at virtually every level. His coaching résumé includes two National Championship appearances at the 14U and 15O levels - highlighted by a championship victory in 2024.
In addition to his on-ice success, Caleb spent six years with the Chicago Blackhawks, where he spearheaded the expansion of youth programming and strengthening grassroots hockey development. His efforts have directly contributed to the advancement of numerous players to the AAA level and beyond.
CJ GENSHEIMER
ASSISTANT COACH
CEP Level 2
Coaching Experience:
- New Jersey Colonials
- Randolph Rams (MCYHL)
Charles J (CJ) Gensheimer enters his 6th year coaching youth hockey in addition to multiple other youth sports in Northern NJ.
Coach Gensheimer believes in creating a positive learning environment that empowers young players to have fun, try their best, grow confidence and develop skills by learning through experience with interesting & exciting age specific game based activities.
PHILIP BARTER
ASSISTANT COACH
CEP Level 3
Coaching Experience:
- New Jersey Colonials
Philip Barter has been coaching with the Colonials for over 4 years.
His coaching philosophy centers around development and progress with a fun, supportive LEARNING ENVIRONMENT on both an individual and team level. Effort and attitude are the foundations of a successful player.
CHRIS BARNES
ASSISTANT COACH
CEP Level 2
Coaching Experience:
- New Jersey Colonials
- Morristown Jr Colonials
Playing Experience:
- Essex County Chiefs
Chris Barnes grew up Maplewood, NJ playing youth ice hockey for the Essex County Chiefs. He brings additional coaching experience on the ice with the Morristown Jr. Colonials and on the field with Morristown All-Star baseball.
Coach Barnes now lives in Morris Township with his wife and two kids.