Sam brings with him 30+ years of playing and coaching experience and is ready to lead with passion for the game he loves and the players he coaches.

Coaching Experience

• North Pittsburgh Wildcats 13U-AA
• North Pittsburgh Wildcats 14U-AA
• North Pittsburgh Wildcats 16U-AA
• Seneca Valley High School - Varsity

Playing Experience:

• North Pittsburgh Wildcats AA
• Pittsburgh Hornets AAA
• Phantom Fireworks Midget AAA
• Seneca Valley High School Varsity
• West Virginia University ACHA Division 1

Playing Accomplishments:

• As Assistant Captain, lead Seneca Valley Varsity to 2 consecutive Penguin Cup Finals
• 2 time PIHL Pittsburgh Penguin Player of the Month
• 2 time PIHL All-Star
• Graduated Seneca Valley as co all-time leader in points
• Helped lead the West Virginia Mountaineers to 2 Conference Championships in 2012 & 2014
• Helped lead the West Virginia Mountaineers to National Championship Tournament appearances in 2012 & 2014.

Coaching Accomplishments:

• 2025 Penguin Cup Championship coach with Seneca Valley Varsity
• 2025 State Championship coach with Seneca Valley Varsity
• Coached Seneca Valley defense to best goals against average in PIHL during the 2025 season.