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
Former Canucks assistant coach Baumgartner excited for opportunity in Beijing
Nolan Baumgartner may not have envisioned himself standing on Team Canada’s bench in Beijing when NHL training camp started in September, but here he finds himself on the Canadian coaching staff as the team gets ready for the 2022 Olympics.
Canucks coach Bruce Boudreau’s belief system rallied roster to salvage tough road trip
Veteran bench boss used experience, expertise to prop up his club and keep it engaged after it had dug itself an 0-3-hole to start road trip
David Quinn Q&A: How has Team USA navigated the Olympic ‘whirlwind’ so far?
Somehow, only three weeks ago, David Quinn’s Olympic plans were much, much different.
Two years in, DeBoer finding success leading Vegas, but Stanley Cup goal remains
Two years ago, Las Vegans woke up to the news that Pete DeBoer was the new coach of the Vegas Golden Knights
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.