Seattle Kraken make history by hiring female assistant coach
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History has been made in the NHL as the Seattle Kraken hire Jessica Campbell as the first ever female assistant coach.
This marks a huge milestone in the NHL as it promotes diversity and inclusivity in a league that has been dominated by men since the birth of the league.
Although this marks a historic day in hockey, this isn't Campbell's first time making history. In 2022, the Seattle Kraken hired her to be the assistant bench boss for the Coachella Valley Firebirds, the Kraken's AHL affiliate.
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"She has an interesting background not only with skating, but skill development," Francis said after Bylsma's news conference. "That's been a big part of what they've been able to do with Coachella Valley. She runs the power play, works with the forwards, and works with everybody's on helping improve their skating."
Congratulations to Jessica Campbell on becoming the first ever female assistant coach in the NHL. Hockey enthusiasts around the league are eager to see how she will help the Seattle Kraken moving forward.
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