Scott Gordon
Ice Hockey Player and Coach
Born
February 6th, 1963
62 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in 1963, played as a professional ice hockey goaltender in the NHL for the New York Islanders. Transitioned to coaching and served as head coach for the Islanders and the AHL's Bridgeport Sound Tigers. Developed strategies and training programs, contributing to the growth of players under his guidance.
Played for the New York Islanders in the NHL
Served as head coach of the New York Islanders
Coached the Bridgeport Sound Tigers in the AHL
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