History Made: First female officially hired for a full time NHL coaching job
The Seattle Kraken have just appointed Jessica Campbell as an assistant coach, and that's not all.
This is a first in the history of the National Hockey League.
The rumor had been circulating for a while, but it has just been officially confirmed and announced.
Jessica Campbell becomes the first Female in NHL history to be hired full-time behind the bench!
See the official announcement.
«Jessica Campbell has been hired as an assistant coach by the Seattle Kraken, making her the first woman to hold this full-time role on an NHL team.» - Chris Johnston, TSN
Details will follow.
Congratulations to Jessica Campbell! She has just opened a huge door, and don't be surprised if other women in hockey eventually follow her.
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