Girls Hockey at FEIA
Elite Training
Competitive Pathways
Academic Balance
A high-performance girls hockey program focused on developing skilled, confident student-athletes through elite training, competitive play, and strong academic support.
Program Overview
The FEIA Girls Hockey Program is designed for student athletes who are committed to developing their skills in a structured, high-performance environment while maintaining strong academic progress.
Training is integrated into the school day and supported by experienced coaching, a clear development pathway, and a team culture that emphasizes accountability, confidence, and long-term growth.
The Elite female hockey program competes at a high level in Ontario as a Hockey Canada Approved School Program and participates in the OWHA U22AA Elite Category and the National Girls Hockey League (NGHL), providing student-athletes with meaningful competitive opportunities and exposure.
A Day in the Life
The structured daily schedule helps student-athletes balance elite athletic development with strong academic performance.
Derek Bachynski joined FEIA in 2023 and leads the continued growth and development of the Hockey Program. A former NCAA Division I player at Wayne State University and professional player in Europe, Derek began his coaching career as a Graduate Assistant with the Ohio University Bobcats, where he earned his Master’s degree in Coaching Education. He later continued his coaching career with the Powell River Kings of the BCHL before joining FEIA. He now oversees the program’s vision, standards, and daily operations while working closely with the coaching staff to support the development of student-athletes on and off the ice.
Pete Montana joined FEIA at the program’s inception in 2022. Bringing more than 40 years of experience as a coach, scout, and player development leader. A Hockey Canada HP1 qualified coach, Pete has worked with elite programs including U16AAA, U18AAA, and junior hockey, as well as organizations such as the Calgary Flames and Hockey Canada. He also supports recruiting and university placement, helping student-athletes navigate pathways to the next level.
Four-year starter as a goaltender with the NCAA Division I Union College Garnet Chargers, where she set program records for most career saves (3,066), most career wins, and single-season wins, while also tying the record for career shutouts. A three-time ECAC Hockey All-Academic Team honoree and three-time recipient of the George Morrison Most Valuable Player Award, Sophie served as Assistant Captain in her final season. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Data Analytics and is currently pursuing her Master’s in Data Analytics.
