Last week the Drumheller Dragons announced they had released interim head coach Barry Wolf. Yesterday, the new head coach, Brian Curran, was introduced. Curran has signed a five year contract with the Dragons.
“It’s a big commitment on our part and on his part,” said Rod Knelson, owner/president of the Dragons. “He brings a wealth of hockey knowledge and eight years of professional head coaching experience.”
“Thanks to the organization for taking me on, I look forward, immensely, to being part of this community,” said Curran.
Curran was drafted by the Boston Bruins in the second round, 22nd overall, in the 1982 NHL entry draft. Curran went on to play 405 games as a defenceman for the Bruins, New York Islanders, Toronto Maple Leafs, Buffalo Sabres, and Washington Capitals until 1994. His tough guy attitude earned him the nickname “Colonel.”
From July 2008 to October 2009, Curran was the head coach of the Brooks Bandits and then spent two and a half years as head coach for the Lloydminster Bobcats.
Curran was named AJHL coach of the year this past season.
“The team will work hard and we won’t get pushed around in our building,” said Curran.
Curran will spend the next little while getting to know the players and seeing where they are at. Curran hinted he has several players he hopes to bring to Drumheller, as they would make a difference here.
The Dragons are excited to bring Curran’s caliber of hockey to Drumheller.
