Personnel

Spartans Organization

Jenna Webster

Marketing and Sales Manager

1-705-471-2218 spartansadvertisingsales@gmail.com

Jenna

David Forde

General Manager

705-494-0024 almaguinspartans@gmail.com

Since the inception of the Spartans, David has led the club off the ice as the team’s General Manager. He has recruited and built some outstanding teams during his tenure. Which have resulted in a 2015-2016 North Division Playoff Title, 2017-2018 Regular Season Title and a 2017-2018 Russell Cup Championship.

Another major accomplishment has been the 50 plus players that David and the Spartans program have assisted in advancing to major junior, college, and professional teams. On average 7 players per season advance from the Spartans program to higher level hockey, which is one of the highest advancement rates in Canada. A major thing that separates the Spartans from many other junior programs is the effort put in by the club’s staff to advance players to a higher level.

David

Andy Palfrey

Assistant General Manager

705-493-7773 palfrey6@hotmail.ca

  • Over 10 years experience in ownership, scouting and manaegment at the Junior “A” level
  • 2018 Russell Cup Champion
  • With the Spartans since 2015

Andy

Coaching Staff

Shea Cooper

Goaltending Coach

 

Shea brings a lifelong passion for goaltending and a wealth of experience to his role as the goalie coach for the Almaguin Spartans. Shea’s has been training AAA and junior level goaltenders for the past 10 years.

As a player, Shea had a very successful junior career playing in the OJHL, SJHL, MJHL and OHL. In 2012, Shea backstopped the Portage Terriers to a MJHL title and an appearance in the Royal Bank Cup. He was also a 2007 draft pick of the Oshawa Generals. Throughout his career as a goalie, Shea faced elite competition and received professional level coaching. Shea relates to our goaltenders, helps them with the technical side of the game and helps them with their mental preparation.

His experience in high-pressure situations and his ability to read the game make him an asset to the Spartans’ coaching staff and development of our goaltenders.

Bryan Austin

Associate Coach

1-705-571-4453 bryan.austin64@hotmail.com

Bryan is a seasoned veteran within the Almaguin Spartans organization, entering his fourth season as a coach. He brings a wealth of experience as both a player and a coach, committed to developing the next generation of Spartans players through guidance, mentorship, and strategic insights. During his playing career with the Spartans, Bryan was recognized as the top defenseman in the GMHL during his final season. His defensive prowess and hockey IQ were instrumental in leading the club to a 2018 Russell Cup, solidifying his legacy as a key player in Spartans history. After, concluding his junior career, Bryan played professionally in Sweden, gaining valuable international experience and a unique perspective on coaching methodologies. He now brings this expertise back to the Spartans’ coaching staff, making him a vital asset to the team’s development and success.

 

Bryan

Ivan Skvortsov

Team Scout Russia

ivan3122110@gmail.com

Ivan brings a winning mentality and a deep understanding of the Almaguin Spartans organization to his role as assistant coach. As a former Spartans captain and a 2018 Russel Cup champion, Ivan’s experience both on and off the ice makes him an asset to the coaching staff. Ivan’s journey with the Spartans began as a player, where he exemplified leadership, determination, and a relentless work ethic. Transitioning into the role of assistant coach and strength and conditioning coach, Ivan brings a unique perspective rooted in his firsthand experience within the organization. His insights into the team’s culture, values, and playing style contribute to strategic planning and player development initiatives.

Ivan

Andrejs Savicevs

Skills Coach

+370-652-30-255 savicev.andrei@yandex.ru

Playing Career
  • 2003 USHL Draft Pick-Chicago Steel
  • 2004 Lativa World Junior Team (Bronze Medal)
  • 6 seasons Lativa 1st Division
Coaching Career
  • Assistant Coach Daugavplis Latvia 1st Division
  • Head Coach 2017-2020 HC Klaipeda U17
  • Head Coach 2020 Baltu Ainai/HC Klaipeda Lithuania 1st Division
  • Assistant Coach 2020 Lithuania U18 National Team
  • Head Coach 2020 Lithuania U16 National Team

Andrejs

Myles Pepin

Head Coach

1-705-477-5424 almaguinspartans@gmail.com

Myles has over 25 years coaching and development experience at the AAA, junior and pro level. As a player Myles played professionally in Europe and at the college level in Canada. This will be Myles 6th season behind the Spartans bench. The team has been highly successful under his direction with 2016 North Division Playoff Title, 2018 Regular Season Title and 2018 Russell Cup Playoff Title. Myles has been instrumental in preparing the Spartans as a team and pushing its players to the next level. Over 40 players coached by Myles with the Spartans have advanced on to college and professional level during his tenure. Prior to joining the Spartans, Myles developed a high number of players from Western Canada into elite level players at the WHL, NCAA and professional level.

Myles

Scouting Staff

Narcisse Baptiste

Western Canada Scout

1-250-689-0244 narcissebaptiste@hotmail.com

Playing Career
  • GMHL (South Muskoka Shield)
  • IFK Stromsund Division II Sweden

Narcisse

Supporting Staff

Andrew Torrance

Athletic Therapist

Andrew

Erin Torrance

Billet Coordinator
Academic Advisor

Erin