Spartans Organization


David Forde |
General Manager

705-494- 0024
almaguinspartans@gmail.com

Forde has been heading the organization since the relocation from Mattawa to beautiful Almaguin. David is responsible for bringing and advancing the talented rosters the Spartans have featured over the past seasons and architect of the organization.

Andy Palfrey|
Asst. General Manager

Andy

Coaching Staff


Andre Laperriere |
Head Coach

- NOJHL Goaltender for Blind River and North Bay
- Over 10 years coaching experience in the NOJHL and GMHL
- 4th season with the Spartans Organization

Gary Coulter |
Skills Development Coach

A former NHL Player, drafted to the New York Rangers in 1970, Gary brings a wealth of experiance and knowledge to the Spartans bench.

Brandon Blanche |
Assistant Coach

- Former Temiscaming Royals Player
- Former Temiscaming Titans Assistant Coach from 2012-2015
1st season with the Spartans Organization

 

Myles Pepin|
Skills Development Coach

- Former College and European Pro Player
- Over 25 years experience in coaching and developing players
- 2018 Russell Cup Champion Head Coach
- 6th season with the Spartans Organization

 

SCOUTING STAFF

Brent Cooper| Director of Player Personnel

Zach Renfrew | Ottawa Reguin/Sweden

Marcus Shellhammer | Sweden

SUPPORTING STAFF

Andrew Torrance| Head Athletic Trainer

Marcus Shellhammer | Strength & Conditioning Coach

Erin Torrance |Academic Advisor