Meet Gil Langlois and Darren Saulnier, minor hockey coaches who had a meaningful and lasting impact on members of Canada’s National Women’s Team
Every member of Canada’s National Women’s Team began their career the same
way: by playing at the grassroots of our game. Along the way, they had
coaches who helped to shape their playing style and boost their love of
hockey.
Here’s a look at two players, two coaches and two lasting impressions.
Brianne Jenner and Gil Langlois
Gil Langlois coached Brianne Jenner for one season early in her minor
hockey career. Langlois originally got involved in coaching as his kids
began playing sports. Despite their short time together with the St.
Catharines Royals, they both had an impact on each other’s lives.
Hockey Canada (HC): What about coaching made you want to continue after
your kids finished their minor hockey careers?
Gil Langlois: (GL):
I think it’s just the love of coaching and being involved with…