Owner/Instructor, Legend Hockey
Owner/U16 Head Coach, Sioux Falls POWER (Tier 1 AAA)

At Legend Hockey, we take pride in our commitment to player development, a vision shaped by our co-founder, Noelle Needham.

Noelle, who also co-founded Sioux Falls Power, is in her 11th season as head coach of the 16U team.

A South Dakota native, she made history in 2018 as the first female NHL amateur scout when she was hired by the Toronto Maple Leafs.

She later spent three seasons with the Chicago Steel (USHL) as Associate General Manager and Director of Scouting, playing a key role in their 2020-2021 Clark Cup championship.

Noelle's background as a collegiate forward at Minnesota State University, Mankato, combined with her extensive scouting and coaching experience, reflects her deep dedication to developing high-level athletes.

Growing up on a ranch in South Dakota instilled in her a relentless work ethic and perseverance—values that are embedded in Legend Hockey’s training approach.

By launching both Sioux Falls Power and Legend Hockey, Noelle has helped establish Sioux Falls as a premier hub for elite hockey development, strategically positioned near top USHL and NCAA recruiting grounds.

Through Legend Hockey, we continue to push the boundaries of player training, fostering a pathway for athletes to reach the highest levels of the game—from Junior hockey to the NHL.

Owner/Operations

Lead Goaltender Instructor
Legend Hockey

Associate Coach/Goaltender Coach
Sioux Falls Stampede

Legend Hockey
Lead Instructor

Sioux Falls POWER
15O Head Coach

Eric Schlie grew up in Littleton, Colorado. He attended the University of Colorado at Boulder where he obtained his BA in psychology.

Post college, he has dedicated the past 13 years to coaching and currently serves as Head Coach of the Sioux Falls Power 15O Tier 1 hockey team. Eric lives in Sioux Falls with his wife, Courtney and their son, Baker.

Assistant Coach
Sioux Falls Power 16U

Trevor Kleckner is an assistant coach for the Sioux Falls Power 16U Tier 1 hockey team, ranked in the top 10 in the nation and known for their player development and advancement.

Before joining Sioux Falls Power, he spent two seasons coaching with the Charlotte Rush (USPHL) and helped build Arcadia University’s inaugural NCAA Men’s Ice Hockey program.

A native of Bethlehem, PA, Trevor is passionate about developing young athletes both on and off the ice. He lives in Sioux Falls with his wife, Emily, and their son, Trace.

Carter Sanderson, a native of Pierre, South Dakota, is a shining example for young hockey players in the region as they chase their dreams of playing at the next level.

A former standout with Team South Dakota in his youth, Carter continued his development with Sioux Falls Power 16U before earning a spot with the Muskegon Lumberjacks in the USHL.

A Legend Hockey athlete and University of North Dakota commit, Carter embodies leadership, character, and a relentless work ethic.

This summer, he joins the staff at the Watertown Summer Camp, eager to inspire and mentor the next generation of hockey players.