M Hockey - Coaches - North Dakota Athletics

M Hockey Coaching Staff

Head Coach

In just two seasons at the helm of his alma mater, Brad Berry has put his own distinct stamp on a program already steeped in tradition and success. FULL BIO

Dane Jackson

Associate Head Coach

Now entering his 12th season on the University of North Dakota's coaching staff, Dane Jackson was elevated to associate head coach in July 2015 after having spent the previous nine seasons as an assistant coach for his alma mater. FULL BIO

Matt Shaw

Assistant Coach

Now in his third year on the North Dakota staff, assistant coach Matt Shaw boasts a diverse coaching background at the professional, collegiate and junior levels. FULL BIO

Matt Hrynkiw

Volunteer Assistant Coach

Matt Hrynkiw joined his alma mater's coaching staff in August 2017 as a volunteer goaltending coach. FULL BIO

Patrick Swanson

Director of Hockey Operations

Patrick Swanson, in his 13th season on the UND staff, was elevated to director of hockey operations prior to the 2010-11 season. FULL BIO

Mark Poolman

Athletic Trainer/Strength & Conditioning

The longest-tenured member of the men's hockey program's full-time staff, Mark Poolman, ATC, is in his 23rd season as the program's athletic trainer and also doubles as the team's strength and conditioning coordinator. FULL BIO

Eric Kupka

Equipment Manager

Eric Kupka is in his fourth year as the equipment manager for the North Dakota hockey program. FULL BIO

Matt Smaby

Student Manager

Former North Dakota captain and NHL defenseman Matt Smaby returned to the program in 2017-18 after retiring from an 11-year professional playing career.� FULL BIO

Jason Ulmer

Student Manager