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  • Writer's pictureAnthony Martinez

Coachella Valley Firebirds Hire The First Female Assistant Coach In AHL History

The Coachella Valley Firebirds are making history, Jessica Campbell has been named the first assistant coach.

Jessica Campbell is the first female in this role in the American Hockey League. As she brings years of experience as coach and player.


“I am excited to bring in a new coaching perspective and to be able to teach our players the necessary tools and skills to impact players every night while raising the bar for what we can achieve as a team this season."

-Jessica Campbell, Coachella Valley Firebirds Assistant Coach


The Coachella Valley Firebirds have named Jessica Campbell their first assistant coach in team history. “We’re very excited to welcome Jessica to the Kraken organization as a coach with the Coachella Valley Firebirds,” said Seattle Kraken general manager.


Happening ahead for the Coachella Valley Firebirds, they plan to play their first game this fall. The team is the AHL 32nd team and affiliate of HNL Seattle Kraken.


They will play its inaugural season at Acrisure Arena in Thousand Palms later this year as it is under construction. Construction is expected to be complete in late 2022.

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