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COACHING STAFF

Head Coach- Bill Walsh

Bill Walsh is entering his third season as Head Coach for the Southern Connecticut State Ice Owls. During his first season (2016/2017) Head Coach Bill Walsh helped lead the Ice Owls to their first ACHA National tournament appearance in 7 years, Finishing the season ranked 4th in the Atlantic Region. During 2017-2018 season, Bill helped coach the Owls to their 3rd straight Regional Appearance. Bill Walsh was also awarded the Empire Collegiate Hockey Conference Coach of the Year Award in his rookie season as head coach of the Ice Owls. Bill Walsh brings great intensity, determination, loyalty and excellent hockey sense to the Ice Owl Family.

Email: Bwalsh189@yahoo.com

Assistant Coach - Mike Ginnetti

Mike ended his hockey career after his high school days but that didn't stop him from staying involved as a coach. Mike has coached several different levels and brings a wide variety of knowledge to the Defensive zone.

Strength and Conditioning Coach- Mike Bouchard

After earning a Bachelor’s of Science in Athletic Training from Salem State College, Mike’s career started with teaching the importance of physical fitness and how to improve athletic performance to many ages, athletes, and teams. Developing much of his training philosophy through formal athletic training modalities, and research in the Eastern European training philosophies, Mike has become recognized throughout the area as a leader in athletic performance and fitness training by applying scientifically proven training techniques with tried and true coaching skills. Coach Mike Bouchard is owner and head physical trainer at MB Sports Training located on the second floor of our facility.

Mike is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with the NSCA, Member of IDEA, USA Hockey Certified Coach, Certified CT High School Coach, and Certified in CPR.

http://www.mbsportstraining.com/