09/10/2026
We are heartbroken to hear of the passing of our dear friend, Allan Pecka "Coach Al". While Coach Al touched the lives of so many players through the Winnetka Hockey Club, he had an especially wonderful gift for teaching our youngest skaters - some as little as three years old - and making their first experiences on the ice fun, encouraging, and full of joy.
Coach Al truly loved coaching the “little guys,” and they absolutely adored him in return; his kindness, patience, and love of hockey will be remembered by so many families for years to come. ❤️🏒