STAFF & COACHES

RON KINNEAR

OWNER

Ron has over 37 years of experience in junior hockey. He was a founder of the PAL Junior Islanders and currently serves as the GM of their NCDC, Premier, and Midget division teams. He has produced numerous NHL and collegiate players as well as leading teams to 12 USA Hockey national appearances including a championship in 2008. 

ROD SIMMONS

GENERAL MANAGER

Rod brings his 30 years of hockey experience to the table. Starting his coaching career in Ontario junior hockey in 1998 his has coached numerous NCAA and junior leagues throughout the United States and Canada.  He has been named coach of the year four times in two different leagues. Over the last four years he has served as Director of Hockey operations and head coach of Bridgton Academy (USHS-Prep) and the Florida Jr. Blades (USPHL).

RETT VOSSLER

HEAD COACH

A native of Houston, Texas Rett Vossler spent four seasons playing professional hockey in Iceland and Sweden. He started his coaching career in Iceland at the U16 and U18 levels. For the past six seasons he has been the assistant coach for the Tampa Bay Juniors and helped lead them to six national appearances.

CHRISTIAN ADAMS

Director of Broadcast, Media, and Business Relations

Christian is entering his fourth season in the USPHL. Specializing in sports broadcasting and media relations he has spent the last three seasons with the Tampa Bay Juniors. He has worked numerous USPHL showcases and the 2023 National Championships. Most recently, he served as the Public Address Announcer for the the Tampa Tarpons (Single-A NYY) for the 2023 season.