Wednesday, June 27, 2007

Scott McGillivray Sr. Named OU Hockey D3 Head Coach

Oakland University’s Division III Men’s Ice Hockey Team Announces
New Head Coach

Rochester, MI Scott McGillivray Sr. has been officially announced as
the new head coach of the Oakland University Men’s ACHA Division III Ice
Hockey Team. Scott brings in over 17 years of coaching experience, ranging
from the A to AAA rungs of the Michigan Amateur Hockey Association (MAHA). Scott
has also held executive positions in the amateur hockey world including his
most recent position as Vice President of Travel Hockey with the Troy Youth
Hockey Association. McGillivray has lead his teams to numerous
championships including- Regional Silver Stick, MAHA District 3, State Championships
and a National Runners-Up – these experiences will definitely help the DIII
Grizzlies in obtaining their goal of competing in the ACHA National
Championships.

“I am delighted to add Scott Sr. to the staff at Oakland University
Hockey, he has a great track record and will be a valuable asset in taking the
Division III team to the next level.” commented General Manager Shaun
Zeldes.Former Head Coach Eric Wojno is to remain with the Oakland Program,
mainly assisting Scott in the transition to the American Collegiate Hockey
Association.When McGillivray was informed that he was hired to take the role as
head coach he stated “I am very excited to be moving into the college
coaching ranks with Oakland University. This team has excelled in the past and
it has a very strong returning core of players that should make my transition
easier. I look forward to having a successful season.”
Oakland DIII looks to improve on its best season last year in hopes of
a National Tournament Birth.Scott McGillivray Sr. is married and resides in Sterling Heights,
Michigan
and holds a Level 4 Advanced USA Hockey Coaching Certification.

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Monday, June 04, 2007

Oakland's Gordie Schaeffler in Michigan Hockey

Coach Gordie is on the cover of this month's Michigan Hockey View Here

Article Here

ACHA Feature in USA Hockey Magazine

The ACHA is featured in this months USA Hockey Magazine click here for the article