Hockey Is Back: OHA Penticton Season Kicks Off!
The wait is over โ the 2025โ26 season is officially underway at OHA Penticton, and we couldnโt be more excited. With CSSHL league games about to begin, and the roar of the crowd not far behind, now more than ever weโre ready to skate into a season of hard work, great plays, and unforgettable moments.
Welcome to Our New Coaching Faces
Along with returning leadership, this year we are thrilled to welcome some fresh faces to our coaching roster โ folks who bring passion, skill, and energy to every practice and game. Hereโs a look at the full coaching staff & management team leading us into the new season:
Head Coaches:
- Robert Dirk, Head Coach, U18 Prep
- Jesse Hammill, Head Coach, Female U18 Prep
- Kyle Spencer, Head Coach, Female U18 Female Prep Black
- Dennis McKinnon, Head Coach, U17 Prep
- Aidan Jackson, Head Coach, U17
- Craig Bedard, Head Coach, U15 Prep
- Jeff Urekar, Head Coach, U15 Prep
- Jessie Leung, Head Coach, U15
Support Coaching & Specialists:
- Sean Beissel, Manager of Operations
- Mackenzie Loupelle, Assistant Coach, U18 Female Prep Black
- Dampy Brar, Assistant Coach, U18 Prep
- Josh Arnold, Assistant Coach, U17 Prep
- Connor McLuckie, Assistant Coach, U18 Female Prep
- Rob McLaughlin, Assistant Coach, U17 & Power Skating Coach
- Cam Barker, Skills Coach
- Mark MacMillan, Skills Coach
- Tyler Liebel, Skills Coach
- Lucas Gore, Head Goaltending Coach
- Pierce Diamond, Goaltending Coach
- Zach Taillefer, Goaltending Coach
Additional Team & Support Roles:
- Nathan Hollinger, Head of Athletic Therapy
- Shelby Buss, Athletic Therapist
- Cheyenne Epp, Athletic Therapist
- Bryce Twible, Sport Science Lead
- Garth Astles, Residential Life Coordinator
- Dave Nackoney, Academic Advisor
- Nolan Rau, Team Physician
Every one of these peopleโcoaches, specialist staff, operations leadershipโplays an essential role in ensuring that our players have everything they need to perform at their best: on the ice, in training, in recovery, and off the ice too.
What to Expect This Season
- CSSHL games are ramping up โ expect high intensity, skillโdriven matchups.
- For game day schedules, updates, and highlights, follow us on Instagram.
- Need rosters, schedules, scores, or stats? Check www.ohapenticton.com โ your goโto source for everything OHA Penticton.
Final Thoughts
We are beyond excited for this season. The rink is alive again: the sound of skates on ice, the cheers from the stands, the teamwork in the locker room โ itโs what we live for. Players, coaches, families, and fans alike: itโs time to raise the bar, push through challenges, and celebrate every victory โ big or small.
