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Dynamiters name new GM and head coach
Derek Stuart has been named general manager and head coach of the Kimberley Dynamiters in the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League.
Stuart was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta and has a personal connection to the City of Kimberley.
“Derek brings with him an impressive coaching and playing resume,” said James Leroux, Vice-President. “With that he’ll provide a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Dynamiters.”
Stuart’s most recent coaching assignment was as an assistant coach for the Junior A Okotoks Oilers (AJHL) for five seasons; 2010-2013 and 2014-2016.
He was the head coach and GM for the Jr A Calgary Mustangs (AJHL) for the 2013-2014 season. During these six seasons he has been a part of two South Division Finalists, two South Division regular season titles and has advanced past the second round of playoffs five of the six years.
During 2006-2010 he was the associate head coach Midget AAA Calgary Buffaloes (AMHL) and during this time he has been a part of three league championships, two provincial titles, and two regional championships and has attended two national championships.
Stuart also had an amazing playing career. Prior to coaching, he played his entire junior career with the Kimberley Dynamiters (RMJHL) from 1995-1998, NCAA Hockey with Bemidji State University (NCAA D1) and a National Championship with the Mount Royal Cougars (ACAC).
Stuart is excited about being given the opportunity to return to Kimberley along with his wife Erin and daughter Blake and once again be a part of the Kimberley Dynamiters, only this time as GM and head coach.
If you have any questions about the Kimberley Dynamiters or are interested in trying out for the team, please feel free to contact Derek Stuart at (403) 305-4929 or by email at [email protected]
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