How Jessica Campbell’s hockey journey led to history-making debut
Growing up as a small-town kid with big dreams of reaching the NHL is a story that’s been told for more than a century — about men.
From the Front Office: Dan Bylsma
As he begins his first season behind the bench for the Seattle Kraken, head coach Dan Bylsma sat down with us to discuss what this team has built and will continue to grow; young players in the organization, and the origin of that nickname.
A long journey prepared Kraken coach Jessica Campbell to make NHL history: ‘It’s monumental’
In the spring of 2020, with the NHL season suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Damon Severson was looking for somewhere to skate in preparation for the league’s return to play in August.
Holding Open the Door
Jessica Campbell earned her way behind an NHL bench as the first woman to serve full-time as an assistant coach and makes history in the process.
Bylsma talks landing job as Kraken coach, being back in NHL in Q&A
Stanley Cup winner set to return for 1st time since 2016-17 season, made history with Campbell hiring.
Dan Bylsma’s advice from his younger self led him on path to coaching Kraken
Dan Bylsma was an alternate captain for the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim, but in a 12-year pro career spent only four full seasons at the NHL level.
Campbell ready to make history with Kraken as 1st woman to coach in NHL
Assistant takes next step on ‘phenomenal journey’ in season opener against Blues.
Building Behind the Bench
As part of a continued commitment to developing diversity in hockey coaching, Kraken begin second year of partnership with Lennie Childs, welcome David Min to mentorship program.
Coach David Kyu-Ho Min’s Distinctive Skillset Helps Him Maximize His Game
Hockey has taken David Kyu-Ho Min to some intriguing places.
When the Future Knocks, Coach It
New assistant Bob Woods brings deep experience as a winning player and coach. He connected with Dan Bylsma, via years with famed NHL coach Bruce Boudreau.
A Milestone Moment Earned
Built on a career of hard work, commitment, and compassion, Jessica Campbell has been named as an assistant coach for Seattle Kraken – becoming the first woman to work full-time behind an NHL bench.
Campbell, Woods Complete Coaching Staff
New head coach Dan Bylsma adds groundbreaking Firebirds assistant and respected NHL assistant to join returning coaches Dave Lowry and Steve Briere.
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