Head Coach – Port Hope Panthers

The Port Hope Panthers are seeking a passionate, experienced, and culture-driven Head Coach to lead our organization into the next chapter of player and team development. We are looking for a leader who brings elite-level coaching experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to creating a positive, accountable, and competitive environment for our players and staff.

This role is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a proud hockey community while helping develop athletes both on and off the ice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all on-ice and bench operations for the Port Hope Panthers
• Build and maintain a strong team culture rooted in accountability, professionalism, development, and respect
• Recruit, mentor, and manage a high-performing coaching and support staff
• Work collaboratively with Hockey Operations staff and ownership to align on organizational goals and player development priorities
• Develop and implement practice plans, systems, and game strategies focused on team success and individual growth
• Support player recruitment, evaluation, and retention efforts
• Foster strong communication with players, staff, families, and organizational stakeholders
• Promote a positive and professional representation of the Port Hope Panthers within the community and league

Qualifications

• Previous coaching experience at an elite level of hockey
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Proven ability to build team culture and develop players
• Experience working collaboratively within a hockey operations structure
• Ability to recruit and lead a cohesive coaching staff
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Passion for player development and community-based hockey

Preferred Qualifications

• Junior hockey coaching experience
• Hockey Canada certifications in good standing
• Experience in player recruitment and scouting
• Background in mentoring and staff development

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is a relationship-builder, a strong communicator, and a leader who understands the importance of culture in creating long-term success. We are seeking someone who will positively represent the Port Hope Panthers organization while helping our players grow both as athletes and individuals.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and coaching background to phpanthers.jrc@gmail.com by Thursday June 11.

The Port Hope Panthers thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.