Matt Kelly resigns as Providence women's hockey coach, joins Bishop Kearney

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Matt Kelly resigns as Providence women's hockey coach, joins Bishop Kearney
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Matt Kelly has resigned as head coach of the Providence College women's hockey team after eight seasons. He is set to take over as head coach for the U-19 program at Bishop Kearney. Providence athletic director Steve Napolillo expressed gratitude for Kelly's contributions, while assistant coach Nicole Norton will serve as interim head coach this upcoming season. Prior to his time at Providence, Kelly had experience with USA's U-18 national team and the Olympic roster, achieving a 136-78-21 record in Hockey East. Norton has been part of the Providence program for six seasons, and her promotion reflects continuity within the coaching staff.

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  • Matt Kelly resigns after eight seasons at Providence College
  • He will coach the U-19 program at Bishop Kearney
  • Nicole Norton becomes interim head coach at Providence
  • Kelly had a 136-78-21 record in Hockey East
  • Prior experience includes USA's U-18 national team
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  • 2:12 AMYahoo SportsProvidence College Women's Hockey Head Coach Matt Kelly Steps Down, Moves To Bishop Kearney
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Providence College will have a new women's hockey coach this season after Matt Kelly resigned from his role after eight seasons with the program. He'll take over as head coach at Bishop Kearney.

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