Alumni
NCAA Division 1
Player | School |
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Vinny Barra | Robert Morris University-Illinois. |
Adam Newkirk | Lakewood University |
Jarrett Burton | Clarkson University |
Brian Cooper | Lake Superior State |
Chandler Long | American International College |
Nathan Peterson | Lake State |
Shawn Sirman | University of Maine |
Jason Wiley | Minnesota State University – Mankato |
Jeff Rainville | Lake Superior State |
Major Junior A
Player | Team |
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Brett Findlay | Soo Greyhounds OHL |
Nick Plastino | Barrie Colts OHL |
Andrew Tessier | Kingston Frontenacs OHL |
Kevin King | Soo Greyhounds |
CIS
Player | School |
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Drew Jarrett | University of Ottawa |
David Jarrick | Nippising University |
Thomas Laplante | University of Guelph |
Billy Stone | Nippising University |
NCAA ACHA Division
Player | School |
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Duncan Green | Ohio University |
NCAA Division 3
Player | School |
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Dylan Knox | Framingham State University |
Shane Bailey | University of Wisconsin-Superior |
Mike Bernardy | St. Norberts College |
Matt Beer | Morrisville College |
Matt Buha | University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point |
Tanner Burton | Marion College |
Art Clark | University of Wisconsin-Superior |
Matt Dozois | Wentworth |
Cody Edwards | Becker College |
Justin Erhart | Becker College |
Sam Foley | Plattsburgh State |
Duncan Green | Ohio University |
Trent Kreuger | Western New England College |
Justin Ladouce | Finlandia College |
Anthony Libonati | Becker College |
Josh McCully | Westfield State |
Lorne Miller | Southern Maine |
Garrett Nystedt | Northland College |
Korey O’Brien | University of Wisconsin-Stevents Point |
J.P. Perpich | Augsburg College |
Jake Rosenthal | Becker College |
Billy Schill | Marion College |
Andrew Trecroce | Finlandia College |
Jeff Wills | Marion College |
Mike Wuthrich | Finlandia College |
Sam Yearsley | St. Scholastica College |
Kittredge Hamlin | SUNY – Brockport |
Erik Bentley | SUNY – Brockport |
Nick Zilka | Hamline College |
Jeff Rose | Suffolk University |
Pro
Player | Team | Division |
---|---|---|
Pat Post | Chi-Town Shooter | AAHL |
Robbie Sandland | Akwesasne Warriors | FHL |
NHL Farm Teams
Player | NHL Affiliate | NHL Team |
---|---|---|
Brett Findlay | Toronto Marlies\Orlando Solar Bears | Maple Leafs |
Hockey Operations
Head Coach and General Manager Kyle Brick
Kyle Brick started with the Blind River Beavers in 2016 and lead them to their first winning season in multiple years. Brick guided the team to the NOJHL Championship Series and set the franchise win record with 32. Brick was also named NOJHL Coach of the Year for his efforts. In his second year as Head Coach of the Beavers the success continued with yet another franchise record for wins with 33.
In the 2018-2019 season Brick took on the roll as General Manager and has continued in both the Head Coach and General Manager rolls into 2020-2021 season.
Former Assistant Coach of the Soo Thunderbirds, Brick helped lead the team to back-to-back regular season titles in 2014-2015 and 2015-2016 along with a Dudley Hewitt Cup Championship and the clubs 2nd Royal Bank Cup appearance.
Assistant Coach Dylan King
Dylan spent four years with the Soo Greyhounds of the OHL and had stints in the AHL and ECHL with Allen, San Francisco and South Carolina, known as a fierce competitor and one of toughest players of his generation, Dylan brings his intensity and knowledge of the game to the Beavers day in and day out.
Director of Player Personnel / Assistant General Manager – Craig MacDonald
Hailing from Thessalon, Craig is one of the top recruiters in Junior Hockey. Craig has an eye for the game and is major part in the success of the Beavers. Craig also acts as an Assistant Coach throughout the season.
Goalie Coach Jamie Disano
From Sault Ste Marie Jamie Disano and his Elite Post to Post team have joined the Beavers to bring the most cutting edge training in Goaltending today. Post to Post training facility is second to none in Northern Ontario and is a pivotal part to the development of Beaver Goaltenders.
Trainer Derrick Bates
With over 25 years of service as a front line paramedic, Derrick is one of the best in the game. In 2020 Derrick received the NOHA Trainer of the Year award for his efforts. Derrick continues to provide quality care for the Beavers season after season.
Mental Health Coach Pamela J Lefebvre
CMHA Sault Ste Marie continues to support the Blind River Beavers through the unique pressures that NOJHL players are living with. Pamela will be meeting with all of the players at the beginning of each season to explain her role with the team and to provide some important training about Mental Health and Suicide Alertness.
Kaitlynn Good Team Liaison Officer
Kaitlynn is a veteran of the Ontario Provincial Police Force, Kaitlynn will act as a liaison between the team and the community. Kaitlynn will be presenting drug and alcohol presentations to the players and staff along with social media tips and advice.
Brian Beauchamp Educational Advisor
Brian Beachaump is the principal of the local secondary school WC Eaket Secondary School, Brian works tirelessly with Beaver players to make sure they are balancing both their hockey and academic goals.