The Kimberley Jr. Dynamiter Hockey Club is very pleased
to announce the hiring of GM & Head Coach; Derek Stuart. Derek was born and raised in Calgary,
Alberta and does have a personal connection to the City of Kimberley. “Derek
brings with him an impressive coaching and playing resume”, says James Leroux,
Vice-President. With that he’ll provide
a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Dynamiters.
Derek’s most recent coaching assignment was as an
Assistant Coach for the Jr “A” Okotoks Oilers (AJHL) for 5 seasons; 2010-2013
& 2014-2016. He was the Head Coach
& GM for the Jr “A” Calgary Mustangs (AJHL) for the 2013-2014 season. During these six season 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.
Derek also had an amazing playing career. Prior to coaching Derek played his entire Jr
career with the Kimberley Dynamiter (RMJHL) from 1995-1998, NCAA Hockey with
Bemidji State University (NCAA D1) and a National Championship with the Mount
Royal Cougars (ACAC).
Derek is very 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 & 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 nitrosheadcoach@gmail.com