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Statement from the NHLCA on the Passing of Bob Jones
The NHL Coaches’ Association and our members mourn the loss of Bob Jones who passed away on July 26, 2024 following a courageous battle against ALS. Bob enjoyed a long career in hockey as a player and a decorated coach, having spent almost 30 years in the National...
USHL’s 1st Black Coach Assists at Kraken Development Camp
Lennie Childs Returned As Guest Coach for a Second Year.
Lalonde optimistic about 2024-25 Red Wings, talks club’s progress with Ilitch Sports + Entertainment colleagues
Head coach expects Detroit to build off last season’s push for playoff spot.
Canucks coach Rick Tocchet 1-on-1: ‘We want to give the guys a little bit more rope’
Rick Tocchet isn’t satisfied.
Evason preaches a team-first mentality for Blue Jackets
The new head coach outlined his vision for the club while speaking at his introductory press conference Tuesday.
Blue Jackets name Dean Evason Head Coach
Columbus Blue Jackets President and General Manager Don Waddell today announced that Dean Evason has agreed to a multi-year contract to serve as head coach of the National Hockey League club.
Vincent a natural choice to lead Rocket
Thirty years after starting his coaching career, Pascal Vincent is coming home.
Women’s Ice Hockey Assistant Coach, Venla Hovi, Joins New Jersey Devils at Development Camp
Harvard women’s ice hockey assistant coach, Venla Hovi, recently spent time on the ice with the New Jersey Devils at their Summer Development Camp.
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Hire Nick Luukko as Assistant Coach
Luukko spent the past three seasons as head coach and director of hockey ops for the ECHL’s Jacksonville Icemen.
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2024 NHLCA Global Coaches’ Clinic
The 2024 NHLCA Global Coaches’ Clinic presented by SAP was hosted at Circa Resorts & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada on June 27 & 28. Over 700 coaches attended for a jam packed two days of learning and networking.
2024 NHLCA Celebrity Golf Classic
The 2024 NHLCA Celebrity Golf Classic was hosted at Bears Best Las Vegas in beautiful Las Vegas, Nevada. Over 100 golfers including 20 NHL coaches joined us for a fun day of golf while helping to support the Vegas Golden Knights Foundation!
When opportunity knocked, Tkaczuk was ready
“When you’re building your career and you’re moving up the ladder, you’re trying to prepare yourself as best as you can for opportunities that arise, but usually you’re thinking about that in the offseason.
NHL Coaches Clinic in Stockholm
Dallas Eakins joined local coaches in Stockholm, Sweden for a coaching clinic ahead of the 2023 NHL Global Series.
A New Season Is Upon Us
32 teams. 82 games It starts today.
NHL Coaches Clinic in Melbourne
Paul MacLean and Dallas Eakins join local coaches in Melbourne, Australia for a full day coaching clinic ahead of the 2023 NHL Global Series.
2023 NHLCA Global Coaches’ Clinic
The 2023 NHLCA Global Coaches’ Clinic presented by SAP was hosted at The Fisher Center for the Performing Arts in Nashville, Tennessee on June 28th. Over 700 coaches attended for a jam packed day of learning and networking.
2023 NHLCA Celebrity Golf Classic
The 2023 NHLCA Celebrity Golf Classic was hosted at Hermitage Golf Course in beautiful Nashville, Tennessee. Over 140 golfers including 30 NHL coaches joined us for a fun day of golf while helping to support the Nashville Predators Foundation!
NHL Coaches Clinic in Prague
Sharks coach David Quinn and NHL guest coach Geoff Ward visit 250 coaches aiming to learn more about coaching the game.