Founded by former professional hockey player Ryan Alves, Valor Sports Group exists to guide and represent Christian athletes—starting with ice hockey players—who seek to compete at the highest levels while staying true to their faith.

With a vision rooted in purpose, Valor Sports Group is more than just athlete representation; it's a movement focused on playing for Him and living for a greater cause. We are committed to supporting athletes in their personal, athletic, and spiritual journeys—helping them stay grounded in their values while striving for excellence on and off the ice.

Ryan brings eight years of experience playing minor professional hockey across the United States and Europe, and currently serves as the Eastern Scout for the Drayton Valley Thunder of the Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL). With strong connections across Junior, Collegiate, and Professional hockey markets in both North America and Europe, he is uniquely positioned to provide the insight, mentorship, and representation today's young athletes need.

At Valor Sports Group, we believe in developing the complete athlete—mind, body, and spirit—empowering them to compete with integrity, lead with faith, and play with purpose.

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Gavin Alves serves as the European Pro Tour Team Director and Head Hockey Scout at Valor Sports Group, bringing a deep passion for the game and a discerning eye for talent across international hockey markets. A former AAA standout, Gavin played for elite programs including the South Shore Kings and the 95 Giants, where he honed his skills and developed a competitive edge that continues to guide his career in the game today.

Most recently, Gavin skated with the Norfolk Mallards, a respected Sr. A semi-pro team based in Greater Boston. His playing experience and drive gives him unique insight into the demands and opportunities of high-level hockey — insight he now uses to mentor, guide, and place aspiring athletes on their path to the pros.

Faith-driven and “Christ First” in all he does, Gavin leads with integrity, compassion, and purpose. His values align seamlessly with the mission of Valor Sports Group: to build not only strong athletes but strong individuals.

Ryan Widmar brings an exceptional depth of hockey expertise to his role as Midwest Family Hockey Advisor. A Chicago native, Ryan got his start in youth hockey with the prestigious Chicago Young Americans program in the   Tier I Elite Hockey League (TIEHL). Eager to elevate his development, he then advanced to elite Junior A competition in Canada, competing in both the Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) and the Eastern Junior Hockey League (EJHL, formerly known as the NCDC) .

Following his junior career, Ryan embarked on an eight-year professional playing career spanning both Europe and North America. Currently, Ryan serves as a scout for the Lone  Star  Brahmas of the NAHL.