Ontario Avalanche

Chris Shaw of British Columbia has accepted the Head Coach / GM position with the WSHL’s Ontario Avalanche. Shaw’s coaching career started as an Assistant Coach with the Alberni Valley Bulldogs of the BCHL, followed by an Associate position with the Penticton Lakers in the KIJHL. In 2010-11, Chris was appointed Head Coach/GM of the Nelson Leafs in the KIJHL. This past season, Chris served as an Associate Coach/Assistant GM with the 6-time BCHL & 6-time National Champion, Vernon Vipers.

Prior to coaching, Chris spent 4 years in the BCHL with the Victoria Salsa and Burnaby Bulldogs, receiving a NCAA Division 1 scholarship to the University of Niagara Purple Eagles. With his collegiate career completed, Chris went on to play 6 seasons of professional hockey in the ECHL, CHL and UHL. Coach Shaw’s plans are now centered on being a long time coach in Southern California focusing on player development.