716 Sports Management is a hockey advising, player development, and representation organization based in Buffalo, New York. It supports players and families as they navigate opportunities from AA and AAA hockey through prep school, junior, NCAA, and professional levels. The organization offers personalized advising, advancement strategy, and recruiting guidance to help athletes assess options, communicate with coaches and teams, and plan their next steps. Its development services include training plans, video evaluations, and mental training focused on skill growth, decision-making, confidence, resilience, and consistent performance.

716 Sports Management builds individualized pathways around each player’s goals, current level, development needs, and potential, with ongoing support throughout the process. Its approach is informed by founder Dennis Canfield’s experience as a player, coach, scout, recruiter, and hockey operations leader, including work in junior, NCAA, and minor professional hockey. Players and families can begin with a confidential consultation to discuss goals, receive an evaluation, and develop a strategy for advancement and long-term growth.