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DeBoer relishing role as ‘short-term assistant’ for Team Canada at Olympics
Former Stars coach helped with important prep work prior to group’s arrival in Italy.
A trip to Lindy Ruff’s hometown reveals origin of Buffalo Sabres coach’s passion and ambition
On the day the Buffalo Sabres’ 10-game winning streak started with a win over the Edmonton Oilers, Shirley Ruff got into her Jeep Grand Cherokee to make the 45-minute drive from her home in Warburg, Alberta, to Leduc.
The Honor Of A Lifetime
Mike Sullivan Humbled To Be Coaching The U.S. Olympic Men’s Ice Hockey Team.
Teal Talk: John McCarthy
Barracuda Head Coach John McCarthy talks with Brodie Brazil about the Cuda season, impactful players, and looking ahead to the rest of the AHL season.
Coach Jon Cooper’s unlikely journey to Olympic men’s hockey reaches its moment of truth
Jon Cooper, the man leading Canada in its quest for hockey gold, is not your typical bench boss. He’s a calculated thinker with an unusual background. And his record of success is uncanny.
Vincent the perfect fit to guide Rocket
Pascal Vincent understood the job before he had even taken it.
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.