Ryan Durocher Named Assistant Coach
Published on August 15, 2018 under United States Hockey League (USHL)
Sioux City Musketeers News Release
SIOUX CITY, IA - The Musketeers announced the hiring of Ryan Durocher as the team's new Assistant coach on Wednesday morning.
The Canton, NY native joins the Musketeers after having spent last season as the video coach for the Binghamton Devils of the American Hockey League. Before his time with the Devils, Durocher worked for the St. Lawrence University Men's hockey team as an assistant coach and video coach. He has also coached for the New England Wolves of the EHL Premier league as well as Southern New Hampshire University where he was part of the staff that led the Penmen to their first NE-10 title in school history. During his time at Southern New Hampshire Durocher was also able to acquire his master's degree in Sports Management with a concentration in Athletic Administration.
Prior to his coaching career, Durocher played Division III hockey at SUNY Cortland, where he graduated in 2012 with a bachelor's degree in Sports Management.
With so many different experiences up to this point, Durocher is very excited for the opportunity to join the Musketeers for the upcoming season "I am thrilled to be joining an organization with such a rich tradition of excellence as the Sioux City Musketeers. After my initial conversation with Luke and Lloyd (Ney), I felt the enthusiasm and passion for the players, fans, and city. I wanted to be part of the momentum of this team and staff. My background in skill development and video is something I think I can bring into the fold. I am just eager to get started working with these athletes and learning from a great coach with great experience in the USHL. I appreciate the opportunity from ownership and staff."
Head Coach Luke Strand thinks Durocher's diverse background should serve him well in Sioux City, and believes it will aid in his transition to the Musketeers "We are excited to add Ryan to our staff. His multiple experiences in his young career are attractive attributes. Coming from the American Hockey League, knowing the pace and workload that comes with this position, will allow his transition to Sioux City to be a smooth one."
Musketeers fans will get their first chance to see Ryan and the Musketeers in action during the preseason when the Musketeers take on the Tri-City Storm on September 15th as part of the I-80 cup at Ralston Arena in Omaha. The Musketeers will have three more preseason games before starting the regular season against the Green Bay Gamblers on September 28th as part of the 2018 USHL Fall Classic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
The Musketeers will open their home schedule on Saturday, October 20th against the Waterloo Black Hawks. Single game tickets go on sale October 1st and season tickets are available now.
United States Hockey League Stories from August 15, 2018
- Stars Acquire 6th Round Pick from Omaha - Lincoln Stars
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- Ryan Durocher Named Assistant Coach - Sioux City Musketeers
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