Vincent Merante, who was born and raised in Niagara Falls, NY, joined Live Sports & Entertainment on June 14 th , 2021. Vincent’s primary role with LSE is to assist in all aspects of player development. He will work closely with LSE President, Harkie Singh and Player Representative and Data Analyst, Michael Finlay on all hockey related matters, including player recruitment, contract negotiations and player performance.
Vincent graduated from Wilfred Laurier University, where he played four seasons of collegiate hockey and earned rookie of the year honors. After his playing career, Vincent transitioned into coaching and was named assistant coach for three seasons at Wilfred Laurier University. Prior to playing collegiate hockey, Vincent played for the Huntsville Otters of the Ontario Junior Hockey League.
Vincent and his fiancé, Cassandra, reside in the Kitchener – Waterloo, ON, area, where they mentor many student-athletes on and off the ice.
“As a principal owner of an NHL team (the Seattle Kraken) and an AHL Team (the Coachella Valley Firebirds), I could have chosen just about any agency to work with our family. We choose Harkie Singh and LSE because they are a values-driven organization. The agency assisted us with OHL, BCHL, USHL and NCAA options as well as connecting us with various NHL teams. Most importantly, they have insisted that our son be held accountable when it comes to school work, diet, on and off ice training and conducting himself like a professional and a respectable member of the community”.
"Working with Player Agent Harkie Singh will be a game-changer for your career in hockey. His expertise, dedication, and unwavering support for his clients will help players navigate the complexities of the sport and also open doors to incredible opportunities. From contract negotiations to off-ice guidance, Harkie goes above and beyond to ensure their clients succeed both on and off the ice. I couldn't be happier to construct this testimonial regarding the representation and guidance you will receive from Harkie and LSE.”
“My relationship with Harkie dates back to his playing days, as player for the Trenton Sting where I was Manager / Head Coach. He was a hardworking, honest player, who always paid special attention to the fine details of the game and a player that teammates knew they could count on being there for them both on and off the ice. With LSE, I see Harkie demonstrate these same characteristics, sharing his knowledge and experience with the players he works with, in an effort to help them become the best players they can be both on and off the ice. Harkie is not only a former player of mine, he is a trusted and valued friend.”
“I have known and worked with Harkie and LSE for over 22 years. It was an easy decision based on his work ethic and family values. I am not sure I know a man/company more straight forward and honest as Harkie and LSE. He represents everything we all should be striving to be. I am lucky to call him a friend and to be able to utilize his assistance when needed.”
“We chose Harkie Singh and LSE to work with our son because he cares about people first and then the hockey player. As a GM and Head Coach in the OHL we needed our son to be treated as any other player but we needed the extra communication that he wouldn’t be getting from his parents. Harkie did more than deliver. Players need to step out on their own, sure they can get the family support outside the rink, but in our case we needed to trust someone to help guide our son through the ups and downs of a hockey season. Harkie has been terrific for our son. As a matter of fact, the players that I’ve worked with in my dual role, that are represented by Harkie and his group, are very well grounded people. Thank you Harkie and your LSE Team.”
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