“Fortunate to have someone of his calibre” – Brandon Naurato named Michigan’s interim head coach in ice hockey
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The University of Michigan’s Donald R. Shepherd Director of Athletics, Warde Manuel, announced on August 7 (Sunday) that Brandon Naurato will take over as the interim ice hockey head coach for the 2022-23 season.
The Livonia, Michigan native Naurato recently completed his first season on the U-M bench following three years with the Detroit Red Wings organization. He served as a player development consultant and worked with the Red Wings and Grand Rapids Griffins coaching staff to incorporate individual player skills into the organizational structure.
“We are fortunate to have someone of Brandon Naurato’s calibre to lead our ice hockey team for the upcoming year,” said Manuel, as quoted by MGoBlue.com. “I had conversations with many individuals who care greatly about this program and appreciate the insight they shared. Brandon will do a great job leading the program, and I look forward to our student-athletes and staff benefiting from his leadership.”
“Honoured to lead my alma mater”
Naurato, who played four years at Michigan from 2006-09, has worked with several notable NHL players including Zach Werenski, Quinn Hughes, Dylan Larkin, Jacob Trouba, Jack Hughes, Kyle Connor, JT Compher and Andrew Copp.
The 37-year-old Naurato also helped the Wolverines to the CCHA Championship in 2008, which led to a Frozen Four appearance. The veteran ice hockey name played four years in the pros, making stops at Stockton (ECHL), Toledo (ECHL), Port Huron (IHL), Fort Wayne (CHL), and Dayton (CHL).
“I am honoured to lead my alma mater and will give everything I have to what is the most storied program in college hockey,” said Naurato. “I want to thank Warde Manuel and our student-athletes for their trust and look forward to working positively with our talented coaching and support staff.”
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