Josh Renneboog
Born and raised in Brantford, Ontario, Josh has been immersed in the game of hockey his entire life. With a deep-rooted passion for the sport, Josh has not only played at various competitive levels but also contributed to the game in his community. As a current member of the BMHA Hockey Fights Cancer Committee, Josh is committed to giving back to the hockey community beyond the rink.
Playing Background: Josh grew up playing rep hockey in the Brantford Minor Hockey Association, where he developed his skills and love for the game. After his Midget AAA year, he played two seasons with the Brantford Golden Eagles in the MWJHL. While pursuing a Business Administration degree at Brock University, Josh finished his junior hockey career with the Delhi Traveller’s in the SOJHL.
Coaching Experience: Josh began his coaching career as an assistant coach for the Brantford Ice Cats Sr. A in 2006. He transitioned to the Brantford Minor Hockey Association (BMHA) in 2011, where he assisted with the Atom AAA team. Most recently, Josh coached the Brantford 99ers 2012 AAA Group from 2020-2023, leading them to a dramatic double-overtime loss in the Alliance Championship during their U11 (2022/2023) season. Currently, he is serving as an assistant coach for the Brantford Ice Cats U11BB team.
Coaching Philosophy: Josh is dedicated to creating a positive and competitive environment where players are motivated to develop both on and off the ice. He emphasizes the importance of growth as athletes and individuals. With a focus on skating and positional play, Josh works to instill skills that will help his players succeed at the highest levels while fostering a strong sense of teamwork and character.Ben Gagnon
Ben
has been playing hockey since a young age. He played minor hockey in his
hometown of Hawkesbury, ON and played summer AAA hockey in the Ottawa region.
After finishing minor hockey, he played for the Hawkesbury Hawks Junior A program
before earning a full scholarship in the NCAA Division I where he played for
Western Michigan University. After graduating University, he finished his
hockey career playing Senior AAA. Throughout his years as a player, he also
worked at various hockey schools. Ben joined the Ice Cats program 5 years
ago by helping with the Ice Kittens program and has been coaching Rep A hockey
ever since. For Ben, development is key for the players. His coaching
philosophy is to create a positive team environment (with players and
families), promote fun on and off the ice, focus on development, knowledge of
the game, and improve skating skills while being competitive. He hopes for all
his players to love the game as much as he does. Matt Myers
Matt has been coaching with the BGHA for the past 4 years at the House
League, DS, and Rep levels, most recently as Head Coach of the 2017/2018
Atom C Ice Cats. In addition, Matt has been involved with Girls Rural Softball
as a coach for the past 6 years. Matt strives to create a fun and encouraging
environment and takes great joy in helping young athletes excel as hockey
players and develop a life-long passion for the game. His coaching philosophy
emphasizes fundamental skills development, hard work, and team play. Paul Taylor
While this will be Paul’s second season coaching with the BGHA, he has coached for Flamborough Minor Hockey Association (U18- AA) and the Provincial Women’s Softball Association (U10).
Paul’s focus will follow the Hockey Development Pathway by continuing to develop player hockey skills with a focus on the knowledge of the game (player/team tactics). His plan is to incorporate this during on- and off-ice (dryland) development.Matt Myers
Matt has been coaching with the BGHA for the past 4 years at the House
League, DS, and Rep levels, most recently as Head Coach of the 2017/2018
Atom C Ice Cats. In addition, Matt has been involved with Girls Rural Softball
as a coach for the past 6 years. Matt strives to create a fun and encouraging
environment and takes great joy in helping young athletes excel as hockey
players and develop a life-long passion for the game. His coaching philosophy
emphasizes fundamental skills development, hard work, and team play. John Edgar
Winner of the Silver Medal at the Provincial Championships in 2017 with
Brantford's Senior A team, John has a long career of successes as
head coach with BGHA and Paris District High School. John's experience both on
the ice as a coach and off the ice as a business owner are huge
assets for the high calibre University and Junior players he coaches
as they continue their careers as players and pursuing
their professional careers.