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Coaching Kraken Goalies, Current and Future

Coaching Kraken Goalies, Current and Future

January 6, 2025 | AHL Coaches Portal, News, NHL Coaches Portal

First working for Dan Bylsma and now (for a second time) Firebirds head man Derek Laxdal, goalie coach Colin Zulianello is hands-on with the Kraken’s future in net.

‘Coach-ella-ing’ Current, Future Kraken

‘Coach-ella-ing’ Current, Future Kraken

December 16, 2024 | AHL Coaches Portal, News, NHL Coaches Portal

A week behind the scenes with Firebirds coaching staff reveals a close-knit group intent on fully preparing prospects and AHL veterans alike for future Kraken duty.

Right in the ‘Bick’ of It

Right in the ‘Bick’ of It

December 4, 2024 | AHL Coaches Portal, News, NHL Coaches Portal

AHL Coachella Valley assistant coach Stu Bickel is adept at balancing player development and winning, plus growing the games of top prospects, NHL-tested veterans.

Strong Start, Stronger Days Ahead

Strong Start, Stronger Days Ahead

November 20, 2024 | AHL Coaches Portal, News, NHL Coaches Portal

Hockey players aspire to be ‘annoying to play against.’ Coaches love the trait. Firebirds assistant Brennan Sonne is happy to be no longer annoyed by prospect Jagger Firkus.

‘Promising’ Development(s) for Firebirds

‘Promising’ Development(s) for Firebirds

November 18, 2024 | AHL Coaches Portal, News, NHL Coaches Portal

Coach Derek Laxdal enjoys daily conversations with every player, earning praise from top prospects and veterans. Reporting on a weekend road series with the AHL squad.

A Winner at Every Stop, Laxdal Steps In

A Winner at Every Stop, Laxdal Steps In

July 5, 2024 | AHL Coaches Portal, News, NHL Coaches Portal

The next AHL Coachella Valley head coach has big skates to fill following two Western Conference titles. Newly-hired Derek Laxdal brings his own titles to Firebirds.

Elenz a key spoke in Firebirds’ coaching wheel

Elenz a key spoke in Firebirds’ coaching wheel

December 30, 2023 | AHL Coaches Portal, News, NHL Coaches Portal

A goal is never just a goal, a save is never just a save, a win is never just a win.

‘Not holding back’: AHL’s first full-time female coach is living two dreams

‘Not holding back’: AHL’s first full-time female coach is living two dreams

November 23, 2023 | AHL Coaches Portal, News, NHL Coaches Portal

In Jessica Campbell’s rearview mirror, all roads lead back to her 10-year-old self.

essica Campbell, Kori Cheverie breaking barriers for female coaches in NHL

essica Campbell, Kori Cheverie breaking barriers for female coaches in NHL

September 29, 2023 | AHL Coaches Portal, News, NHL Coaches Portal

Jessica Campbell grew up wanting to play in the NHL.

Now she’s finding a place for herself in hockey’s top men’s league — and it’s behind the bench.

Campbell, 1st woman full-time AHL coach, behind Kraken bench for preseason game

Campbell, 1st woman full-time AHL coach, behind Kraken bench for preseason game

September 26, 2023 | AHL Coaches Portal, News, NHL Coaches Portal

Coachella Valley assistant played huge role during run to Calder Cup Finals.

What made Jessica Campbell’s first year as an AHL coach such a success

What made Jessica Campbell’s first year as an AHL coach such a success

July 31, 2023 | AHL Coaches Portal, News, NHL Coaches Portal

Bringing up Jessica Campbell’s name to anyone who has worked with or watched her work with the Coachella Valley Firebirds over the last year will illustrate why she gained a massive amount of trust in such a short time.

Bylsma leading Firebirds to record heights

Bylsma leading Firebirds to record heights

April 3, 2023 | AHL Coaches Portal, News, NHL Coaches Portal

Dan Bylsma is the rare coach to have brought the Jack Adams Award with him back to the AHL.

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