Canucks Showing Interest in NHL’s First Female Coach: Report
Summary
Jessica Campbell, the NHL’s first full-time female coach, is reportedly drawing interest from the Abbotsford Canucks in the AHL after leaving the Seattle Kraken. She may become a head coach in the minors, which could help her advance to an NHL head coaching role later.Key Facts
- Jessica Campbell was an assistant coach for the Seattle Kraken for two years.
- She is the first full-time female coach in the NHL.
- Before the Kraken, Campbell coached in the AHL for the Coachella Valley Firebirds and helped lead them to two Calder Cup Finals.
- The Abbotsford Canucks AHL team may be interested in hiring Campbell as a head coach.
- There is talk of a possible trade involving Canucks executive Patrik Allvin going to Seattle and Campbell going to Vancouver.
- Campbell has helped develop players like Tye Kartye, AHL Rookie of the Year in 2023.
- She has international coaching experience, including with a German pro team and Germany’s men's national team.
- ESPN reports Campbell had interest from other NHL teams but sees the head coach role in the AHL as a strong opportunity.
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