Scott Gordon

Ice Hockey Player and Coach

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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