Middlebury College has named Kennedy Wilson as its new assistant coach for the women's ice hockey program, a move that brings a blend of playing pedigree and coaching ambition to the Panthers.
Leadership and Community Commitment
Wilson, who capped a distinguished collegiate career at St. Lawrence University with a captaincy and a Most Valuable Player award, graduated magna cum laude with a degree in digital media and film, underscoring a commitment to both sport and storytelling.
Her coaching résumé includes a season at the CAN/AM Hockey Camp in Lake Placid, New York, where she helped develop youth talent, as well as volunteer work with the Sticks Together initiative in Kenya and the Little Saints Big Future Club at St. Lawrence, experiences that reflect a global perspective on the game.
Bill Mandigo, the program’s head coach, praised Wilson’s leadership, stating that her passion for hockey and ability to connect with players will elevate the team’s competitiveness and culture.
Wilson expressed enthusiasm about joining the Middlebury community, noting that she looks forward to collaborating with Mandigo and contributing to a program that values both athletic excellence and personal growth.
The hiring underscores Middlebury’s continued investment in a women's hockey program that has steadily risen in prominence, aiming to sustain its success through strategic leadership and a deep pool of talent.