All the pieces are fitting into place as the Drumheller Dragons fill the role of assistant coach and assistant manager.
The team announced the hiring of Kurt Walsten on Wednesday, June 26. He will be filling these roles for the 2012-2013 season.
“After interviewing several candidates I felt that Kurt and I have quite similar philosophies when it comes to the game on and off the ice,” said head coach Brian Curran. “I also felt that one of his biggest concerns was the development of players both on the ice and off. He is very easy to talk to and I believe the players will enjoy working with Kurt. He brings a wealth of experience and wherever he goes teams have improved.”
Walsten brings a great deal of experience and has many contacts throughout the game of hockey at the college and professional level.
“I have worked for several teams and when I saw the opportunity to work along side Brian I felt it was a very positive direction,” said Walsten. “I would also like to help build the strong tradition that has been in Drumheller for many years and be part of building our team to an elite program in the AJHL, and finally to become part of a great community.”
