Geoff Courtnall
Ice hockey player and coach
Born
August 18th, 1962
63 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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A Canadian ice hockey player and coach. Played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for teams including the Vancouver Canucks and the Boston Bruins. Achieved success as a player and transitioned to coaching after retirement. Coached at various levels, contributing to the development of young players and teams.
Played for the Vancouver Canucks
Coached in the NHL
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