Welcome to the Coach's Blog

Thursday, December 15, 2011

Welcome to the Coach's Blog

Hi fans, welcome to our new Coach's Blog. I will try to keep you updated on game reviews and news surrounding the Oil Barons.

The team had its annual Xmas bash on December 13th which featured some torturous but spirited karaoke by the rookies. Thanks to the Board, Billets, Volunteers, Sponsors and our Billet Coordinator for an outstanding party and year to date.

The team has 4 games left before the Xmas break and the boys are trying to stay focused on the task at hand. We are all looking forward to the 9 day break to recharge our batteries for a second half push.

Did You Know

The MOB have officially clinched a playoff spot with St. Albert's loss last night.

Brock Maschmeyer and Carson Cooper are the top Plus/Minus players on the team at +29.

Drew McLaughlin leads the team in hits with 106. Brett Printz is second with 93.

All the Best

Coach

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HEAD COACH - Gord Thibodeau

A two-time AJHL Coach of the Year, Gord Thibodeau brings an abundance of knowledge, experience and enthusiasm to the Fort McMurray Oil Barons Hockey Club.

He began coaching the Oil Barons in 2003-04 after previous coaching duties with AJHL clubs Lloydminster Blazers and St. Albert Saints. In his first three seasons as the Oil Barons bench boss, Thibodeau led the Oil Barons to the AJHL finals in each year, eventually capturing the AJHL's highest crown in 2005-06.

With 11 years experience, Coach Thibodeau brings with him great acclaim and numerous awards. He boasts pleasure from arriving at the rink each day and continues to have a tremendous love of the game.

Thibodeau has not only contributed to the sport of hockey as a coach, but also as a player. An AJHL hockey veteran, Thibodeau played for four years with the Fort Saskatchewan Traders, and also spent four years with the University of Alberta Golden Bears. With such strong passion for the game, coaching seems like a natural extension, but it also allows him to give something back to the sport. He commits himself to the game and to the team and expects no less from the players.

"I expect the players to make a commitment to improve and develop," says Thibodeau. "I want to see them grow and move forward, but our goal remains the same as every year; we want to be the best in the league."

Thibodeau is quick to recognize the importance of the invaluable contributions made by the community. Support received both corporately and from fans continues to contribute to the success of the Oil Barons Hockey Club.

"We take pride in providing a great product for our fans," says Thibodeau. "In my opinion, we are already one of the best teams in the league," and the Fort McMurray Oil Barons are eager to prove it. Speed, skill and tenacity are key attributes Coach Thibodeau demands to see from his players.