The NHLCA provides support and assistance to the more than 200 head, associate, assistant, goaltending, and video coaches of the 32 teams in the National Hockey League.

Together with our members, the NHLCA seeks to develop future coaches, give back to the hockey community, and grow the game of hockey globally.

Tuning out the noise and controlling the controllables is critical for a coach, but their performance is always front-page news.

Leading, motivating, inspiring passion, building trust – that is what it means to be a coach.

Meet the Coaches

With millions of hockey fans throughout North America and the world, NHL coaches are the leaders who help bring the game to life. Integral to the game of hockey, NHL coaches are revered around the world for their leadership, perseverance, and ability to deliver results.

Meet the 200+ NHL coaches that form the NHL Coaches’ Association.

Latest News

NHLCA Programs

One of our primary objectives is to help in the development of all hockey coaches from the youth level up to the highest levels of hockey. Together with our NHL coaches, we are committed to supporting coaches in their initiatives of guiding, motivating, and inspiring players of all ages.

Explore our current programs:
NHLCA Mentorship Program
NHLCA Female Coaches Development Program
NHLCA BIPOC Coaches Program

About the NHLCA

The NHL Coaches’ Association is a professional organization that provides support and assistance to the head, associate, assistant, goalie, and video coaches of all 32 teams in the National Hockey League.