By Adam Berls

spruce kings

Taylor Harnett hired as Spruce Kings associate coach for 2024-25 season

Dec 9, 2024 | 10:40 AM

PRINCE GEORGE — The Prince George Spruce Kings have hired Taylor Harnett as the Associate Coach for the remainder of the season.

In a news release from the Spruce Kings, “Harnett is an Edmonton, Alberta native who spent seven seasons as the Head Coach and General Manager with the Waywayseecappo Wolverines of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League.”

During his time in Waywayseecappo, “Harnett lead the Wolverines to a winning record in five of seven seasons, qualifying for the playoffs three times. He was also nominated for the MJHL Coach of the Year in 2022.”

“Taylor has a wealth of coaching experience,” said Spruce Kings General Manager Mike Hawes, “Adding him to our staff gives us another resource which assists our players and our team to be better. We’re fortunate and thrilled to add Taylor to our organization.“

Harnett will be on the bench when the Kings play host to the Langley Rivermen this Friday and Saturday. Brad Tesink will remain the interim head coach of the Spruce Kings for the remainder of the season.

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