On Monday afternoon, PWHL Boston announced three new members to the coaching staff. The additions include:
- Courtney Kennedy-Skills Coach
- Lenny Mosca-Goalie Coach
- Shawn Roche-Video Coach
Courtney Kennedy
“Courtney Kennedy is a Boston legend. Not only is she an Olympian and collegiate All-American as a player, but with 17 years coaching at Boston College, and roles as an assistant coach for the U.S. U18 Team and the U.S. Olympic Team, Courtney has mentored some of the top athletes in our sport,” said PWHL Boston General Manager Danielle Marmer. “Her experience with elite players at the highest levels will undoubtedly be an asset to our coaching staff.”
Kennedy is a Massachusetts native, from Woburn. She spent the last 17 seasons as Associate Head Coach at Boston College. Boston College received seven Hockey East Best Defenseman Awards, including three from PWHL Boston defenseman Megan Keller (2016, 2017, 2019). Kennedy helped lead the U.S. National Team to a silver medal at the 2022 Winter Olympics. She is a two-time Olympian. She was rewarded a silver medal at the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics. She earned a bronze at the 2006 Games. She also earned a gold medal with the U.S. in the 2005 IIHF WWC.
“I’m honored and excited to join Boston of the PWHL and work with some of the best hockey players in the world,” said Kennedy. “I’m from Woburn, so I know what sports mean to this city and I’m geared up to work hard for the players and the whole Boston organization.”
Lenny Mosca
“I’m thrilled to announce Lenny as our Goalie Coach. Lenny has a wealth of experience developing elite goalies at the high school, college, and professional levels,” said Marmer. “His commitment to his athletes and collaborative approach to development will greatly contribute to our goalies’ continued improvement.”
Mosca spent the past two seasons as the Goalie Coach with UMass Dartmouth Men’s Hockey. This was before joining the PWHL Boston coaching staff. He also served as a director at the Masscrease Goaltending School. He has evaluated goaltenders who have advanced to USA Hockey events since 2020. Mosca has held coaching roles at the youth, high school, and collegiate levels across Massachusetts, including Boston Jr. Terriers Goaltending Director (2009-12), Boston College High School Goalie Coach (2010-11), and Curry College Goalie Coach (2011-16).
“I’m honored to join the staff of PWHL Boston. It’s an exciting opportunity to be a part of an incredible organization,” said Mosca. “I’m looking forward to the start of the season and leading the goaltenders through a successful year.”
Shawn Roche
“Shawn brings extensive knowledge of video systems in hockey, having served as a video coordinator in various prestigious roles. His experience includes positions with the AHL, NHL, the USA U20 World Junior team, and most recently, the 2023 National Championship Quinnipiac Men’s program,” said Marmer. “Shawn’s wealth of expertise will be a valuable addition to PWHL Boston, and we eagerly anticipate integrating his elite skillset into our coaching staff.”
Before joining the PWHL Boston coaching staff, Roche spent the past six seasons as Video Coach. He was also the Director of Men’s Hockey Operations at Quinnipiac University. He also served as the Video Coach for the U.S. National Junior Team that won bronze at the 2023 IIHF World Junior Championship. He was also the video Coordinator and Assistant Video Coach for the New York Rangers (2016-18).
“It’s an amazing opportunity to be a part of the coaching staff with PWHL Boston,” said Roche. “I’m excited for the season to get going and ready to help the team chase the Walter Cup.”
