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Breaking the Ice: Jessica Campbell Makes History as NHL's First Woman Assistant Coach

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Former Team Canada player Jessica Campbell shatters glass ceilings as she joins the Seattle Kraken as the first full-time female assistant coach in NHL history!

Former Team Canada player Jessica Campbell has made history by becoming the first woman to work on the bench of an NHL franchise. The Seattle Kraken made headlines by hiring the 32-year-old Campbell as their new assistant coach, marking a significant milestone for gender diversity in professional hockey. Hailing from Saskatchewan, Campbell's appointment as the NHL's first woman assistant coach has garnered widespread applause and recognition in the hockey world. Known for her skill and dedication as a former pro hockey player in Canada, Campbell's journey from player to coach is a groundbreaking step towards greater inclusivity and representation in the sport.

Campbell's hiring by the Seattle Kraken not only signifies a remarkable personal achievement but also represents a transformative moment for women in hockey. Breaking barriers and defying stereotypes, Campbell's presence on the NHL bench paves the way for more opportunities for women in coaching roles in professional sports. As the NHL continues to evolve and embrace diversity, Campbell's appointment sets a new standard for inclusivity and equality in the league.

In a surprising turn of events, Campbell was initially considered a top candidate for the head coach position with the Firebirds but ultimately accepted the role as an assistant coach with the Kraken. Her decision to join Dan Bylsma's staff further solidifies her place in NHL history as a trailblazer for female coaches. With Campbell's appointment, the NHL takes a momentous step towards empowering women in leadership roles within the sport.

Jessica Campbell's pioneering move as the NHL's first full-time female assistant coach serves as a beacon of inspiration for aspiring female coaches and players worldwide. With her talent, determination, and relentless pursuit of excellence, Campbell has opened doors for women in hockey and shattered glass ceilings in the male-dominated sport. As she embarks on this historic journey with the Seattle Kraken, Campbell's impact on the future of women in professional hockey is bound to be profound and enduring.

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Jessica Campbell to become 1st woman on an NHL bench as ... (CBC.ca)

Former Team Canada player Jessica Campbell will become the first woman to work on the bench of an NHL franchise after the Seattle Kraken hired her as an ...

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Saskatchewan's Jessica Campbell hired by NHL's Seattle Kraken (Regina Leader-Post)

The 32-year-old Campbell becomes the first full-time female assistant coach in NHL history.

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Kraken hire Jessica Campbell as NHL's 1st woman assistant coach ... (ESPN)

The Seattle Kraken have hired Jessica Campbell as an assistant coach, making her the first woman behind a bench in NHL history.

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Sask. woman makes NHL history behind the bench (CTV News)

Roccanville's Jessica Campbell has been hired by the Seattle Kraken, making her the first woman to be hired as a full-time coach in the National Hockey ...

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Kraken name Jessica Campbell the NHL's first woman assistant coach (The Seattle Times)

Jessica Campbell, a former pro hockey player in Canada, is the first woman assistant coach in the NHL as the Kraken promoted her from their AHL affiliate.

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Firebirds assistant Jessica Campbell will join Dan Bylsma's staff with ... (The Desert Sun)

Campbell had been considered a top candidate to be the new head coach of the Firebirds, but instead she will be an assistant with the Kraken.

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Historic Hire: Seattle Kraken Hire Jessica Campbell As NHL's 1st ... (Forbes)

On Wednesday, the club announced that Jessica Campbell and Bob Woods have been added to the staff of new head coach Dan Bylsma, as assistant coaches. The hiring ...

Jessica Campbell devient la première femme à être nommée ... (L'Avenir et des Rivières - Farnham)

Campbell a passé les deux dernières campagnes en tant qu'entraîneuse adjointe au sein du club-école du Kraken dans la Ligue américaine de hockey, les Firebirds ...

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Première femme derrière un banc de la LNH | « J'ai cru que je ... (La Presse)

Jessica Campbell a fracassé un autre de ces plafonds de verre pour les femmes dans le monde du sport professionnel, mercredi. En étant nommée entraîneuse ...

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Jessica Campbell à Seattle : un moment attendu (RDS)

Danièle Sauvageau se réjouit de constater que le plafond de verre a enfin été brisé même si elle a cru que les choses se bousculeraient plus rapidement.

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Firebirds' Jessica Campbell makes NHL history as new assistant ... (KESQ)

Campbell's hiring completes Byslma's coaching staff which includes fellow assistant coaches Bob Woods and Dave Lowry, as well as goaltending coach Steve Briere, ...

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Kraken make Jessica Campbell 1st woman behind NHL bench (thescore.com)

The Washington Capitals hired Emily Engel-Natzke as the first female video coordinator in June 2022. Campbell spent the last two seasons as an assistant on ...

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Kraken's Jessica Campbell makes history as first female full-time ... (USA TODAY)

Jessica Campbell spent the past two seasons as an assistant coach on the Seattle Kraken's American Hockey League affiliate in Coachella Valley.

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LNH | Jessica Campbell, première femme derrière le banc (La Presse)

Jessica Campbell est devenue la première femme à œuvrer derrière le banc d'une équipe de la LNH, après avoir été nommée entraîneuse adjointe chez le Kraken ...

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Jessica Campbell devient la première femme à être nommée ... (Habsolument Fan)

Quelques semaines après avoir annoncé l'embauche de Dan Bylsma à titre de nouvel entraîneur-chef de sa formation, le Kraken de Seattle annonce aujourd'hui avoir ...

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Jessica Campbell will be the 1st woman on an NHL bench as ... (NPR)

Campbell was hired Wednesday for the Kraken, becoming the first woman in an on-the-bench role as an assistant or associate coach in NHL history.

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Jessica Campbell passe à l'histoire avec le Kraken (La Poche Bleue)

Lentement, mais sûrement, les femmes font leur place dans les postes d'importances dans la LNH. En 2022, Émilie Castonguay a joint les Canucks à titre ...

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Écoutez Patricia Ann Beaulieu et Isabelle Ethier se présenter et ... (98,5 fm)

Écoutez Patricia Ann Beaulieu et Isabelle Ethier se présenter et parler de la nomination de Jessica Campbell comme adjointe au Kraken de Seattle.

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Écoutez le chroniqueur sportif Louis Jean commenter l'embauche ... (98,5 fm)

Écoutez le chroniqueur sportif Louis Jean commenter l'embauche de Jessica Campbell au poste d'entraîneuse du Kraken de Seattle.

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Jessica Campbell | Une première femme derrière un banc de la LNH (La Presse)

Jessica Campbell a été nommée entraîneuse adjointe de Dan Bylsma avec le Kraken de Seattle, mercredi. « Même si je suis honorée d'être la première, je ne veux ...

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