Hitmen Name Garry Davidson General Manager
November 2, 2023 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Calgary Hitmen News Release
Calgary, AB - The Calgary Hitmen announce today that Garry Davidson has been named General Manager, becoming the sixth General Manager in franchise history.
In a hockey career spanning more than three decades, Davidson has served as a Head Coach, GM and Owner at various levels in both the junior, international and professional ranks. The Manitoba native has worked extensively in the British Columbia Hockey League and WHL since the early 1990's. In 2012, he took on the role as General Manager for the Everett Silvertips where he spent nine years with the club before joining the Calgary Hitmen organization. Prior to that, Davidson served as the Director of Player Personnel for the Portland Winterhawks from 2008-2012.
Davidson served as the Director of Player Personnel for the Hitmen from 2021-2023 before being named Director of Hockey Operations this past summer.
"We are very fortunate to have the knowledge, experience and expertise Garry brings to the Hitmen organization," commented Hitmen Vice President Mike Moore. "In his previous two seasons with the team, we have seen his impact through the draft and listing process. We have a young, skilled team that will continue to grow with Garry's leadership. His track record in Everett and his impact in Porland is a testament to his influence on their success."
"I am very excited of the opportunity and the challenge presented to me in this role." said Garry Davidson. "I have spent the past two seasons working with this organization and building a strong Hitmen list. I look forward to continuing to support in that area but also support our coaching staff in on ice success."
Accolades include three-time BCHL Coach of the Year, WHL Executive of the Year in the 2017-18 season, and WHL finalist for Executive of the year in the 18-19 season. In his time serving as the General Manager for the Everett Silvertips, they achieved five first place finishes, four top five finishes and an average of over 40 wins in the U.S. Division over his nine years with the club.
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