For the second year in a row, Myrtle's Wade Allison attended Philadelphia Flyers development camp.

"It was awesome. I loved it. It was definitely tough, but I think it was something we needed," said Allison, who was drafted by the Flyers in the second round (52nd overall) in 2016. "I think that was really beneficial to all of us and I think it gave us a step up. The on ice stuff was great. Everybody learned a lot of things and I definitely feel I came out a better player than when I went in."

Allison noted with this being his second year at this camp it was a lot easier to adjust to everything as he kind of knew what to expect along the way. He added all of the players got along great and had a lot of fun.

"It kind of allowed me to do more of what I do, like with my style of play. Instead of being so worried about messing up. If you mess up they understand and you do it again," explained Allison. "I felt a lot more comfortable this year as far as being able to make the plays I usually make."

Another tip the group of camp attendee's was given was how to breathe properly and help you and your body recover a lot faster, which Allison stated will help him this coming season.

Similar to last year's camp, players were kept busy every day with on and off ice sessions. The six-day camp started with two days of two-a-day ice sessions, then some group activities on the ice for day three, day four was strictly off ice activities, while the final on the ice day featured some on-ice workouts and included a three-on-three tournament. Just like Allison's first year, the group traveled to Stone Harbour New Jersey for the clubs annual Trial on the Island.

Allison stated the Trial On the Island was a lot of fun once again and was happy to be able to help raise money for the Veteran's Haven South Program, which serves to house homeless veterans.

The former Pembina Valley Hawk will be playing with the Broncos, who play in the NCAA's first division in the National Collegiate Hockey Conference (NCHC).

"I think being able to control the game mentally or being able to control myself," explained Allison, when asked what the biggest take away was from this year's camp. "Just being able to control my emotions at all times and not over reacting to anything and just try to play my game and try and maximize my potential at all times."

After a successful Freshmen year in 2016-17, which saw Allison record 12 goals and record 29 points in 36 games, he looks to build on that in his Sophomore year.

"I had some great meetings. They just talked about controlling the game mentally. They think that's the next step in my development and that should separate me from others. That was great feedback and I love that," stated Allison. "The think it's best that I go back to college again and try and develop and get bigger, faster, stronger, and make decisions quicker."

The Bronco's will open the season against the University of Denver, and will make a trip closer to Manitoba when they face the UND Fighting Hawks in Grand Forks, December 1st and 2nd.