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Jack Johnson joins Ohio State as associate head coach for women’s hockey

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Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Jack Johnson joins Ohio State as associate head coach for women’s hockey
Summary

Jack Johnson has been appointed associate head coach of the Ohio State women’s hockey program. After contributing to the Colorado Avalanche's success, including a Stanley Cup victory in 2022, Johnson transitions to college hockey. This move positions him to influence the development of young talents at Ohio State, a program recognized for its competitive edge in women's hockey. The Avalanche had announced earlier that they signed forward Georgii Merkulov for the upcoming season.

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  • •Jack Johnson becomes associate head coach at Ohio State women's hockey.
  • •He previously played for Colorado Avalanche, winning the Stanley Cup in 2022.
  • •Ohio State is recognized as a premier program in college hockey.
  • •Avalanche signed Georgii Merkulov to a one-year contract for 2026-27 season.
  • •Johnson's role may impact athlete development within the program.
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  • 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Werkly Cupcakes: Jack Johnson named associate head coach at Ohio State women’s hockey program
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