Geoff Courtnall

Ice hockey player and coach

Geoff Courtnall - Ice hockey player and coach
Born

August 18th, 1962
62 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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