Brian Kaufman spent five seasons with the Omaha Lancers of the USHL including four years as the head coach.
Mavericks Add Kaufman To Hockey Staff
Apr 27, 2018 | Hockey
OMAHA, Neb. – Omaha hockey head coach Mike Gabinet announced today that Brian Kaufman has joined the staff as the Director of Hockey Operations.
"We are very fortunate to be able to add somebody with Brian's character and hockey background to our staff," said Gabinet. "He brings a wealth of experience that will be a big asset to our program as we move into the next season."
Kaufman is no stranger to Omaha. He spent five seasons with the Omaha Lancers of the USHL, first serving as an assistant coach for the 2012-13 season before taking over as head coach for the next four seasons. As the head coach, he led the Lancers to a record of 121-91-28 and two playoff appearances.
"UNO has a great hockey tradition, and I'm really looking forward to joining Coach Gabinet and his staff to build on that tradition," said Kaufman. "College hockey offers a tremendous opportunity for these student-athletes, and I can't wait to work with these players because I'm excited where this program is heading."
The native of Shoreview, Minn. played for Miami from 2005-09. He had 30 goals and 84 points in 125 career games. Kaufmann is currently acting as an interim assistant coach.
The Mavericks open their 22nd season in October. Season tickets are now on sale at the Baxter Arena box office, at OMavs.com/tix and by calling (402) 554-MAVS.
"We are very fortunate to be able to add somebody with Brian's character and hockey background to our staff," said Gabinet. "He brings a wealth of experience that will be a big asset to our program as we move into the next season."
Kaufman is no stranger to Omaha. He spent five seasons with the Omaha Lancers of the USHL, first serving as an assistant coach for the 2012-13 season before taking over as head coach for the next four seasons. As the head coach, he led the Lancers to a record of 121-91-28 and two playoff appearances.
"UNO has a great hockey tradition, and I'm really looking forward to joining Coach Gabinet and his staff to build on that tradition," said Kaufman. "College hockey offers a tremendous opportunity for these student-athletes, and I can't wait to work with these players because I'm excited where this program is heading."
The native of Shoreview, Minn. played for Miami from 2005-09. He had 30 goals and 84 points in 125 career games. Kaufmann is currently acting as an interim assistant coach.
The Mavericks open their 22nd season in October. Season tickets are now on sale at the Baxter Arena box office, at OMavs.com/tix and by calling (402) 554-MAVS.
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