Meet the New 2026/2027 AAA CAC Coaches
2026/2027 Head Coach's
.U13AAA
Brad is alumni of CAC playing for 3 seasons prior to leaving for the WHL. Brad played in the WHL for 5 years, winning the WHL Championship with the Kootenay Ice in 2000. He then captained the Seattle Thunderbirds in 2001 before departing the WHL to play for the University of Alberta Golden Bears, where he played for 5 seasons and won 2 National Championships. To further his hockey career, Brad then played 4 years professionally in Germany in the DEL.This is Brad's 2nd year coaching with CAC at the U13 AAA level. Brad has 7 years of coaching experience in minor hockey and employs the coaching philosophy that “every time you are on the ice is an opportunity to get better.A big believer in team building, Brad aims to make every player feel a part of the team and enjoy being at the rink. Brad aims to understand each player as an individual and what they require to grow and develop both on and off the ice. He also believes that hockey teaches kids a number of life skills which can be used throughout their lives; these can be developed throughout the year - such as hard work, dedication, confidence and accountability. Brad's goal is for the kids to improve their skills as hockey players and develop knowledge of the preparation and analysis of the game so that they can take these skills and techniques with them wherever their hockey careers take them.Brad has found memories of his time at CAC and is thrilled to be back at the club as a coach and mentor for the players in the program. Being a part of the game at the minor hockey level has been very special for Brad and he loves to see the kids achieve their team and individual goals while creating lifelong friendships with their teammates.
U15AAA
J.T. Bartlett, is honored to be named the Head Coach for the U15 AAA Volvo Cars Edmonton for the 2nd year in a row. This will be his 11th season behind the bench, with stops in St. Albert and Parkland County. Prior to joining CAC, he was the Head Coach of the U15 AAA PAC Saint and spent three years as an Assistant Coach with the St. Albert U18 AAA Raiders. He prides himself on developing excellent human beings and great hockey players through teaching them what it means to compete, playing as a unified group, developing skills of resilience, and driving home a passion for the game. His staff and him are excited to hit the ground running running in the 2026-2027 season with the incredible athletes CAC has to offer.
U17AAA
Jason is thrilled to be selected as the Head Coach of the U-17 AAA team for the 2026/27 season. This is Jason's 2nd year as head coach, and 3rd year coaching within the program, he is eager to continue in this pivotal role. Jason aims to build upon CAC's strong performance this year and into next year.
With a wealth of coaching experience, Jason brings years of expertise from various roles, including coaching at the U15 AA, U15 AAA, U17 AAA, and U18 AA levels. His coaching journey also includes leading the U-18 Team Alberta Female at the National Aboriginal Hockey Championships, where they proudly secured Bronze in 2023 and Silver in 2024.Jason's unwavering commitment to player development, structured training, and a team-first mentality has made a lasting impact on the athletes he has coached. He is passionate about helping young players elevate their game and leads by example, emphasizing preparation and purpose in every team activity. He firmly believes that building a successful team is about the process. As a strong advocate for a positive team culture, Jason follows the principle that “what you allow today must be acceptable tomorrow.” He emphasizes player-driven accountability and fosters an environment that encourages both individual and team growth.The 2026/27 season promises to be an exciting journey, and Jason can’t wait to get started. See you at the rink!
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