08/18/2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, August 18, 2024
St. Louis Blues Blind Hockey Club Seeking Senior-Level Volunteer Coaches
ST. LOUIS, MO – The St. Louis Blues Blind Hockey Club is currently seeking experienced, senior-level hockey coaches to volunteer with its growing program. The club is dedicated to offering individuals who are blind or visually impaired the opportunity to play ice hockey in a supportive, inclusive environment.
We are looking specifically for coaches with a strong understanding of team concepts, skill development, and small-area games; the same core elements used in traditional sighted hockey programs. While experience with the blind or visually impaired community is NOT required, a willingness to collaborate and creatively adapt drills and strategies is essential. Our leadership team will assist in guiding new coaches through this rewarding and unique coaching experience.
The commitment involves one-hour of ice time per week, currently held on Saturday mornings, with occasional off-ice planning and communication.
Coaches must meet all USA Hockey requirements, including:
• Background check
• SafeSport certification
• Age-specific coaching modules
• Current Coaching Education Program (CEP) certification
The ideal candidate will bring patience, enthusiasm, and innovative thinking to the rink; traits that allow drills and systems to be successfully tailored to athletes with limited or no vision.
“This is a powerful opportunity for coaches to make a lasting impact not just on player development, but on lives,” said President, Jeff Vann. “Our athletes are passionate, competitive, and hungry to learn. All they need is a coach willing to meet them where they are—and help them go further than they imagined.”
If you’re ready to grow the game and challenge yourself as a coach in new and meaningful ways, we’d love to hear from you.
Contact:
St. Louis Blues Blind Hockey Club
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.stlbbhc.com/
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The St. Louis Blind Hockey Association doing business as St. Louis Blues Blind Hockey Club (STLBBHC) is a tax-exempt organization under IRS code section 501(c)3; EIN 35-2612799.
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Our MISSION is to provide blind or visually impaired youth and adults the opportunity to participate fully in the sport of Blind Hockey.