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“Be You”
After Dan Muse was named Head Coach of the Pittsburgh Penguins and was touring his new workplace, he brought out a bookmark that had been a gift from his oldest daughter, Fiona.
Anaheim Ducks Extend Contract of Gulls Head Coach Matt McIlvane
The Anaheim Ducks announced today that the National Hockey League (NHL) club has agreed to a multi-year contract extension with Matt McIlvane, Head Coach of the San Diego Gulls, Anaheim’s primary development affiliate in the American Hockey League (AHL).
Senators will be tough to play against in Stanley Cup Playoffs
Johnson says Ottawa will provide tough matchup for Sabres or Hurricanes in Eastern 1st Round.
DeBoer puts Islanders focus on ‘playoff habits’ in late-season takeover
Wins debut in 6th NHL coaching stop as New York snaps 4-game losing streak.
Cooper has ‘perfect demeanor,’ continues winning ways as Lightning coach
Tampa Bay again among best teams, contending for Atlantic Division title.
Coach must assign meaning to every game, no matter playoff outlook
Bylsma says final games ahead of postseason are about ‘preparation, purpose and confidence’.
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.