Under the direction of the Bow Valley Elite Hockey Committee and Cochrane Minor Hockey, serve as Head Coach for the AA Bow Valley Timberwolves.

Foster a positive, safe, and enjoyable environment that emphasizes good sportsmanship and supports the long-term

development of every player. Focus on enhancing individual skills through team-oriented play, while ensuring

alignment with Committee policies and the established development framework. This alignment is essential to

achieving success for both the team and its individual members.

Qualifications:

 Strong hockey background in playing, coaching and evaluating.

 Strong interest and commitment to athlete development in life and hockey.

 Ability to work with, learn from and develop fellow coaching personnel.

 Ability to communicate on and off-ice requirements to players and parents

 Available to meet time requirements.

 Hockey Canada Skills – Checking

 High Performance 1

 Hockey Alberta – Intro to Principles of Checking

Job Responsibilities:

 Participate in finalizing Team program standard with AA Director

 Act as the official spokesperson for the team, representing its interests in all communications.

 Adhere to all CMHA Policies and Procedures

 Delegate responsibilities effectively to the Assistant Coach and Team Manager to ensure smooth operations.

 Develop and coordinate on- and off-ice activities in collaboration with the Assistant Coach to maximize player development.

 Oversee player evaluation and selection processes in partnership with the Bow Valley Elite Hockey Committee (BVEHC).

 Plan, implement, and manage pre-game preparation, including clear communication with players and staff.

 Design and execute practice plans in consultation with Assistant Coaches to support skill progression and team strategy.

 Lead the team during all games and practices, providing guidance and motivation.

 Establish team rules and maintain supervision to ensure discipline and a positive environment.

 Participate in regular scheduled progress meetings/updates with Team Manager and AAA Director

 Prepare a year-end report and/or attend year end meeting as required by the Minor Association.

 Provide detailed outlines of practice plans, game strategies, and recommendations for program improvement.

 Organize, schedule, and participate in team-building activities to strengthen cohesion and morale.

####CONTACT DETAILS

Organization:

Cochrane Minor Hockey Association

Contact:

Pierre Landry

Email:

vphighperformance@cochraneminorhockey.com

Phone:

4038167028

####APPLICATION DEADLINE

April 01, 2026