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2026 NHLCA Global Coaches’ Clinic
The NHLCA Global Coaches’ Clinic, hosted annually by the NHL Coaches’ Association, offers a platform for NHL coaches to share their knowledge and expertise with the broader coaching community. The clinic focuses on educating coaches about strategies and techniques used at the highest levels of hockey, while ensuring the content is applicable to all age groups and skill levels. This approach ensures that every attending coach gains valuable insights to enhance their own growth and contribute to the development of their players.
IN PERSON
JUNE 12 & 13, 2026 | PITTSBURGH, PA
VIRTUAL
JUNE 4-6, 2026
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.
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.
NHLCA Content Hub
The NHLCA Content Hub is the online platform where coaches can access a comprehensive collection of educational content and professional development resources from the NHL Coaches’ Association. The Content Hub features digital access to past NHLCA Global Coaches’ Clinics, webinar recordings from the NHLCA Mentorship Program, and an extensive library of over 700 drills designed by NHL coaches for all age groups. It also includes exclusive interviews, presentations, and learning materials to help coaches at every level continue to grow and develop their craft.