2007-2008 Staff

Head Coach: Brett Gibson, 2nd Season

Brett is returning for his third year with the hockey team, and second as Head Coach. Previously Brett worked as an Associate coach with the Kingston Frontenacs of the OHL. His playing career consisted of four years in the Ontario Hockey League, two in the ECHL (Johnstown and Pensacola) and four with the Saint Mary's Huskies in the CIS, where he earned a Degree in Commerce. Brett is excited to be back as most of the players on the team now; he has recruited and are starting to take the demeanor of their coach. Coach Gibson led the Gaels back to the play-offs for the first time in 4 years and looks for the experience to pay off this year. His ability to relate to the players and passion for the game are his greatest traits. Brett resides in Gananoque with his wife Angela, where he also works in his family business.

613-533-6000 ext. 77911 and/or qmhockey@post.queensu.ca

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Assistant Coach: Andrew Haussler, 2nd Season

Andrew is returning to the Gaels for his second season and his role this year will be expanded to coaching the defense. His knowledge and passion for Queen’s hockey are very valuable in relating to the players concerns. Andrew was the Captain of the Gaels when he played here and his age allows him to relate with the players.

Assistant Coach: Tyler Reid, 1st Season

Tyler joins the Gaels staff after a very successful playing career ended at Acadia University last year when he graduated. He also spent 4 years playing Major Junior in the QMJHL. Tyler is taking the education course here at Queen’s and is looking to be a Teacher when he graduates.

Goaltending Coach: Dave Chant, 1st Season

Dave is coming into his first year coaching the Gaels. He will be the goaltending coach this year and will work very closely with the tenders. His playing career consisted of playing in the AHL, OHL, ECHL and CIS with Saint Mary’s University.

Equipment Trainer: Jason Jones, 3rd Year

“Jonsey” returns for his third year as Head Equipment Trainer for the Gaels. Jason’s passion for the game and his commitment are second to none. When the boys need something they know who to go to, not only for equipment but also for a friend. He previously worked for 10 years with the Gananoque Islanders.

Athletic Trainer: Richard Rotenberg, 2nd Year

Richard is a Registered Physiotherapist who returns to Queen's hockey for his second full season as part of the medical staff. Richard has worked with the team over the past two seasons while completing a Master's of Science in Physiotherapy at Queen's. His responsibilities for the Gaels include working behind the scenes, assisting with acute on-ice care, pre-game and practice preparation, as well as facilitating rehabilitation from injuries. Currently, Richard works full time at a sports medicine and physiotherapy clinic in Kingston. Aside from being an avid hockey fan, in his free time he enjoys reading and spending time with his friends.

Athletic Trainer: Kyle Murphy, 2nd Year

Kyle is a 4th year Physical and Health Education student who returns to Queen's Hockey for his second full season as part of the medical staff. Kyle has worked with the team last year as a student trainer. His duties include on-ice care, practice and pre-game preperations, as well as behind the scene rehabililitary duties in Queens Athletic therapy clinic. Kyle has plans next year to start physiotherapy school in Canada, and hopefully work within the athletic stream of physiotherapy in the near future. Kyle enjoys playing hockey and other sports in his spare time and spending time at his cottage in the summer.

Athletic Trainer: Daniel Moylan, 1st Year

Daniel is in his third year of a Physical and Health Education, and Life Sciences dual degree program, and he joins the Gaels for his first season as a part of the medical staff. As a student trainer, Daniel works closely with the other medical staff in taking care of injuries,implementing preventative measures, as well as rehabilitative care in the Queen’s Athletic Therapy Clinic. In his free time, Daniel enjoys playing hockey and playing his guitar.