Former Utica goaltender Therrien joins Plymouth State coaching staff
Nick Therrien was 45-17-3 with a 2.31 GAA and .915 save percentage in his career at Utica, where he led the Pioneers to the national semifinals as a junior.
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Stewart joins New Hampshire staff as associate head coach
Glenn Stewart is returning to his alma mater after being named associate head coach at New Hampshire.
Carr gets promotion to associate head coach at Merrimack
Merrimack has elevated Curtis Carr from assistant coach to associate head coach, the school announced Thursday.
North Dakota goalie Zane Gothberg changes name to Zane McIntyre
North Dakota junior goaltender Zane Gothberg announced Thursday that he has legally changed his surname to his mother’s maiden name of McIntyre. “My grandmother and my mother have been very influential in my life,” said McIntyre in a news release. “With the passing of my grandmother and my mother getting re-married, as well as my … Read more
Shimizu hired as head strength coach at Alabama-Huntsville
Alabama-Huntsville has announced the hiring of Tyler Shimizu as head strength coach. Shimizu, who spent the 2013-14 season at Nicholls State as assistant strength and conditioning coach, will work with all UAH sports teams.
NCHC announces creation of Rudolph award for officials’ achievement
The NCHC announced Tuesday the creation of the Mark Rudolph Officiating Achievement Award, which will recognize one official each season starting with the 2014-15 season. The award will honor a member of the NCHC officiating staff (referee, linesman or supervisor) who, through his actions, commitment, dedication, leadership and professionalism, “has achieved a distinguished accomplishment that … Read more
Former Notre Dame defenseman Blatchford named volunteer assistant at Denver
Denver has named Brett Blatchford a volunteer assistant coach for the 2014-15 season. Blatchford spent four seasons on the blue line at Notre Dame from 2006 to 2010.
Ex-BC defenseman Forrest named intern assistant coach with NTDP
Former Boston College defenseman J.D. Forrest (2000-04) will serve as an intern assistant coach for the U.S. National Under-18 Team, part of USA Hockey’s National Team Development Program, during the 2014-15 season.
Clarkson women’s assistant, former Wayne State goalie Kelly named to USA Hockey women’s scouting post
Clarkson women’s assistant coach Matt Kelly has been named head scout for the U.S. Women’s National Team. Kelly will primarily be responsible for helping identify and develop players in USA Hockey’s active player pool for the women’s program. He will also help implement a long-term strategy to ensure continued advancement of the U.S. Women’s National … Read more
Travis named strength coach at Mercyhurst
The Mercyhurst men’s team has named Tyler Travis strength and conditioning coach. Travis, an Erie, Pa., native, received his bachelor’s degree in psychology from Penn State-Behrend and his Master’s degree in clinical exercise physiology, with a concentration in cardiac rehabilitation, from Minnesota State.
Citing a career change, New Hampshire assistant Tortorella leaves the Wildcats’ bench
New Hampshire announced Wednesday that associate head coach Jim Tortorella will leave his position to pursue a career opportunity outside of hockey. Tortorella will serve as chief operating officer at the Foundation House in Portland, Maine. The Foundation House homes provide support for residents in their recovery from alcoholism and drug addiction. Starting his collegiate … Read more
Maine women add former St. Cloud State goalie Newell as new assistant coach
Maine has named Kendall Newell to the coaching staff as the Black Bears’ new assistant coach. Newell spent the past four seasons as head coach of the Banff Hockey Academy female prep team in Banff, Alberta. During her time with Banff, Newell compiled a 109-76-8 coaching record, winning back-to-back regular-season championships in the Alberta Junior … Read more
O’Grady tabbed volunteer assistant with Mercyhurst women
Mercyhurst announced on Monday that Mike O’Grady will be a volunteer assistant coach for the Lakers’ women’s team. O’Grady comes to Mercyhurst after graduating from John Carroll University in May of 2014. He served as the assistant hockey coach for the school’s ACHA program.
Western Michigan loses second associate head coach as Ferschweiler moves to AHL’s Griffins
The American Hockey League’s Grand Rapids Griffins announced on Monday the addition of Pat Ferschweiler as an assistant coach. Ferschweiler recently concluded his fourth season behind the bench at Western Michigan. He served as an assistant coach with the Broncos from 2010 to 2013 before being promoted to associate head coach for the 2013-14 season. … Read more
Former Babson player Griffin reportedly drowns in Nantucket harbor
Nantucket police have confirmed to Boston.com that former Babson forward Corey Griffin, 27, died early Saturday morning after apparently drowning in the harbor. A witness stated Griffin had dove into the harbor from the “Juice Guys” establishment, then floated to the surface before going under again and not resurfacing. Authorities are investigating. Police told the Cape … Read more
First-round pick Milano decides to pass on Boston College, will sign pro deal
Sonny Milano, a first-round pick of the Columbus Blue Jackets in June, has told Boston College he will sign a pro contract instead of joining the Eagles this fall.
Lysyj named new assistant coach at Fredonia
Michael Lysyj has been named assistant coach at Fredonia, replacing Bill Silengo, who left to become an assistant coach at Manhattanville. Lysyj scored 39 goals and had 38 assists in four seasons with Cortland, graduating in 2013 with a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, with a concentration in coaching, and a minor in communications. Following college, … Read more
Bethel hires Klaren, Fisher, Stumpf as new assistant coaches
Bethel announced recently three new assistants for the Royals’ men’s team. Nick Klaren, Tim Fisher and Thomas Stumpf will join Bethel for the 2014-15 season. Klaren, who will focus primarily on the Royals’ defenseman, played one year in the United States Hockey League, two in the North American Hockey League and then after playing at … Read more
Utica tabs former Massachusetts forward Olczyk as new assistant coach
Utica has named Eddie Olczyk as the new men’s assistant coach. Olczyk, son of former NHL player and coach Ed Olczyk and brother of Penn State senior captain Tommy Olczyk, will assist Pioneers’ head coach Gary Heenan with all facets of the program, including practice and game preparation, recruiting and office management. “Eddie has been … Read more
Ex-Elmira captain Lamoureux named new assistant coach with Utica women
Tanis Lamoureux has been selected the new assistant coach for the Utica women’s team. Lamoureux graduated from Elmira in the spring of 2014 after four years playing for the Soaring Eagles. She served as team captain in her final two seasons. In her senior season of 2013-14, she was named an AHCA Second Team All-American and an … Read more