André Tourigny extends contract as Mammoth head coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 10:12 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
On June 22, 2026, André Tourigny spoke to reporters at the Utah Mammoth Ice Center following the announcement of his multi-year contract extension. Tourigny, who has been a key figure in developing young talent, expressed gratitude to the team’s ownership, management, and players. Known as 'Bear', he is the fourth-longest-tenured head coach in the NHL. Tourigny’s leadership has resulted in consistent annual improvements for the Mammoth. General manager Bill Armstrong praised his ability to foster relationships and drive the team toward the playoffs. Tourigny emphasized a growth mindset in his coaching philosophy.
- •André Tourigny extends his contract as head coach of the Utah Mammoth.
- •Tourigny has focused on developing young players over five seasons.
- •He is the fourth-longest-tenured head coach in the NHL.
- •General manager Bill Armstrong commended Tourigny's relationships with players.
- •Tourigny emphasizes continuous improvement as part of his coaching philosophy.
- 10:12 PMYahoo Sports — ‘You need love’: Mammoth coach shares coaching philosophy after signing contract extension
"Head coach André Tourigny employs a progressive coaching philosophy, which is a main reason for his success at developing young players.
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