Chris Playfair grew up playing AAA hockey for the Waterloo Wolves before being drafted 75th overall by the Windsor Spitfires in 2016. During his time in Windsor, Chris was part of the team that won the Memorial Cup in 2017 and served as an assistant captain in 2018. After completing four years in the OHL, Chris moved on to play USPORTS hockey at Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson), where he is completing his Business Management (BComm) degree.

As captain of the TMU Men’s Hockey Team since his third season, Coach Chris has helped lead the team to two top 4 finishes in the country. His dedication on and off the ice has earned him recognition as an Academic All-Canadian in 2022 and 2023, as well as the OUA True Sport Award in 2024.

Since co-founding Prolific Hockey in 2020, Chris has been instrumental in shaping the development strategies for players at every level. He has led countless on-ice sessions for Prolific camps, clinics, and development programs and has overseen the player development program with the Waterloo Minor Hockey Association. Coach Chris has worked with players ranging from U8 to NHLers, bringing the same attention to detail and passion for development to every session. He has also coached the 2011 and 2013 Prolific Hockey spring teams, leading them to multiple tournament championships across Ontario and Quebec.

“I believe that every player, regardless of age or skill level, must continually refine their foundation of basic skills. Mastery of these fundamentals, combined with unwavering consistency, attention to detail, and a relentless drive to improve, will allow players to rise above the pack in the long term. My philosophy focuses on creating an environment where players are challenged to push their limits, develop confidence, and ultimately reach their full potential.”