John Becanic
About
I have joined The Coaches Site on July 14, 2023.
Coaching Certifications
Level 5
USA Hockey
2006-01-01
NNCP Level 5
Hockey Canada
1996-01-01
Coaching Experiences
Director of Hockey Operations
Idaho Falls Spud Kings
2026-06-01 - Present
Head Coach GM
Utah Grizzlies
2025-06-01 - 2026-05-01
Director of Player Development
Idaho Falls Spud Kings
2025-05-01 - Present
Head Coach
Idaho Falls Spud Kings
2024-01-01 - 2024-05-01
Developmental Coach - Hockey IQ
Various clubs ranging from youth through Pro
2016-06-01 - Present
Head Coach
Corpus Christi Icerays - NAHL
2013-06-01 - 2016-05-31
Head Coach
Wenatchee Wild - NAHL
2010-12-15 - 2012-06-01
Asst. Coach
Vancouver Giants - WHL
2010-08-01 - 2010-12-01
Asst. Coach
Seattle Thunderbirds - WHL
2009-08-01 - 2010-05-31
Head Coach
Everett Silvertips - WHL
2007-07-01 - 2009-05-31
Associate Head Coach
Everett Silvertips - WHL
2003-07-01 - 2007-06-01
Head Coach
Pittsburgh Forge - NAHL
2001-06-01 - 2003-05-31
Head Coach
Bismarck Bobcats
1995-06-01 - 2001-05-31
Asst. Coach
Soo Greyhounds - OHL
1992-10-01 - 1994-06-30
Formal Education
Fire Science Engineering
Lake Superior State University
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