EAST MEADOW, N.Y. —The LIU men's hockey team has added Michael (Garrett) Metcalf to its coaching staff as an assistant coach. The former 2015 NHL Draft pick of the Anaheim Ducks brings a bevy of experience to the growing program.

Originally from Salt Lake City, Utah, the former goaltender joins a hockey program that has increased its win total every season under head coach Brett Riley. Metcalf also was a member of the inaugural LIU men's hockey team and picked up the win in net in their first game, a 3-2 overtime victory over Holy Cross.

"I'm very grateful for the opportunity to return to LIU as a member of Brett's staff," exclaimed Metcalf. "This program had a significant positive impact on my life and career and to see how far the program has come since its inception is incredible. I'm excited to bring my experience back to LIU and help these student-athletes become the best versions of themselves. It's exciting to think about what the next five years will bring."

During his playing days in college, the former Sharks goaltender was a Mike Richter nominee for the best goalie in college hockey. He was the first LIU Shark to sign a professional contract, as well as reach the AHL and pick up wins in the AHL and ECHL Metcalf is also the first previous player from the program to return as a member of the staff.

Men's hockey will see the puck drop on its 2024-25 campaign with an exhibition game at the Northwell Health Ice Center on October 5th against Simon Fraser at 7:30 p.m. 

Fans can purchase single-game and season-ticket packages for the upcoming season at athletictickets.liu.edu.  For more information on LIU men's hockey season tickets, please email AthleticTicketing@liu.edu.