About Us
Bringing the WORLD of HOCKEY to YOU!
Welcome to European Hockey Tours! Founded by Zac Pearson, our mission is to combine the thrill of hockey with the excitement of travel, creating unforgettable experiences for youth players. With incredible destinations like Stockholm, Gothenburg, Opola, and Krakow, you’ll explore the heart of European hockey culture. Our dedicated team, including a full-time travel agent and local tour guides, ensures every detail is taken care of, allowing you to focus on enjoying the adventure that awaits!
Meet Owner Zac Pearson
Zac Pearson was born in White Lake, Mi and now resides in Decatur, Illinois where he lives with his three kids. Zac has 30 years of hockey experience in a variety of leagues. Zac grew up playing AAA in Detroit for Little Caesars, where he then left for the USHL Cedar Rapids Roughriders. After one year in the USHL Zac went to get a Division 1 scholarship to Ferris State University in the CCHA where he played four years on the varsity program and received a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration. Zac went on to play 6 years of pro hockey in various leagues. After 6 years of playing professionally Zac received an opportunity to coach, which he gladly accepted. Zac Coached Junior A and also in the professional ranks of the CHL and the SPHL, where to this day he is the only player, Head Coach, and Asst. Coach in the SPHL all in the same season. Zac is now the owner of the Decatur Blaze of the USPHL Premier and Elite Teams, where he also coaches. Zac’s vast network and knowledge has allowed him to help many kids improve their hockey skills and get to the next level in their playing careers. Coach Pearson's love of Hockey and Travel inspired him to start European Hockey Tours 5 years ago and he has been traveling since. Having taken over 200 Players on their "Trips of a Lifetime" he hopes that you and your family are the next to take advantage of the amazing opportunity.
