We’re excited to announce 6 new presenters for the 2025 TCS Live Coaching Conference at the University of Michigan. Including a 2x Stanley Cup-winning goaltending coach, European professional bench bosses, trusted hockey journalists and a skill development specialist. These experts are set up to share innovative insights and strategies to elevate your coaching.
Get to know our new presenters below and save your seat at TCS Live today!
Bill Ranford
Director of Goaltending / LA Kings
Bill Ranford is a two-time Stanley Cup winning goaltender and current Director of Goaltending with the LA Kings. The pride of Brandon, Manitoba, played in the NHL for 15 years, winning the Cup in 1988 & 1990 with the Edmonton Oilers. Following his retirement, Ranford transitioned into coaching and has served as the Los Angeles Kings’ goaltending coach since 2006, helping the team win Stanley Cups in 2012 and 2014.
Johan Lundskog
Head Coach / SC Rapperswil-Jona Lakers
Johan Lundskog is Head Coach of the SC Rapperswil-Jona Lakers. He began his coaching career in North America, serving as Assistant Coach for the University of Alberta’s men’s hockey team from 2009 to 2014. Since 2014, Lundskog has coached with Mora IK in HockeyAllsvenskan, Frölunda HC, SC Bern & HC Davos in the National League (NL), putting together an impressive coaching resume and earning recognition for his contributions to the sport.
Craig Custance
Author / The Athletic
Craig Custance is Head of Creative Development at The Athletic, and the author of two books The Franchise: The Business of Building Teams, and Behind the Bench: Inside the Minds of Hockey’s Greatest Coaches. His work has been featured at ESPN, the New York Times, Atlanta Journal-Constitution among many other publications. He was the longtime host of The Full 60 podcast, a popular deep-dive interview podcast.
Mike Stewart
Head Coach / Grizzlys Wolfsburg
Mike Stewart is the Head Coach of the Grizzlys Wolfsburg of the DEL. A Canadian-Austrian former professional defenseman, Stewart was drafted 13th overall by the New York Rangers in 1990; his playing career spanned various leagues across North America and Europe, including stints with the Binghamton Rangers, Detroit Vipers, and Frankfurt Lions. Transitioning to coaching after retirement, Stewart held positions with several European teams before being appointed Wolfsburg coach in May 2021.
Jon Morosi
Broadcaster / NHL & MLB Network
Jon Morosi is a respected hockey journalist and broadcaster, known for his coverage on NHL Network and international hockey events. While widely recognized for his work in baseball, Morosi has become a trusted voice in the hockey world, covering the NHL, IIHF tournaments, and Team USA. His passion for the sport and deep analysis make him a go-to source for hockey fans seeking expert insight on the game’s biggest moments.
Maxim Noreau
Skills Coach / Noreau Hockey
Maxim Noreau is the owner and head skills coach of Noreau Hockey and a former professional player. Undrafted, Noreau signed with the Minnesota Wild in 2008 and played six NHL games while spending most of his North American career in the AHL. He later became a standout player in Switzerland’s National League, playing for HC Ambrì-Piotta, SC Bern, ZSC Lions, and SC Rapperswil-Jona Lakers. Internationally, Noreau won a bronze medal with Team Canada at the 2018 Winter Olympics and also competed in the 2022 Olympics.
