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Bemidji State men’s and women’s hockey teams start season against new coaches

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 2:33 AM

Last updated Oct 2, 2026

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Summary

Both Bemidji State hockey teams begin their seasons on October 2 against new head coaches. The men's team, led by Tom Serratore in his final year, faces St. Cloud State, which is now coached by Nick Oliver. The women's team, coached by Amber Fryklund, takes on Minnesota, where Greg 'Boom' May has stepped in as the new head coach. The games present a challenge due to the unknowns with new coaching dynamics and roster changes for all teams involved. Both Bemidji State teams seek to establish their game early in the season against familiar in-state rivals.

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By the Numbers

•Bemidji State men's hockey opens season against St. Cloud State.
•Tom Serratore starts his final season as head coach.
•St. Cloud State is now coached by Nick Oliver.
•Bemidji State women's hockey faces Minnesota with new coach Greg May.
•Fryklund emphasizes the need to adapt to new coaching styles.

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2:33 AMYahoo Sports — Both Bemidji State teams begin seasons against debuting head coaches

What they're saying

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Oct. 1—BEMIDJI — Tom Serratore doesn't remember what was going through his head during his first walk to the bench as the Bemidji State men's hockey team's head coach. After all, it's been 26 years. "It was so long ago," Serratore said. "There's always a little (bit of) nerves. There's nerves all the time — I have nerves right now. There are always unknowns, but wanting to win a hockey game, ...
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