Men's Ice Hockey

Force Tabs Brett Skinner GM/Head Coach

Release courtesy of the Fargo Force 

Fargo, ND – The Fargo Force Tuesday, June 27th, a pair of changes to the structure of the Hockey Operations staff. Effective immediately Fargo Force Head Coach, Brett Skinner, will become the team's General Manager/Head Coach. Cary Eades will remain the team's President of Hockey Operations and become the Assistant General Manager of the Force.
 
In his first year as Head Coach Skinner helped lead the team to the winningest season in franchise & league history. With a 50-10-2-0 record during the regular season under Skinner the Force clinched the second Anderson Cup Championship title in franchise history along with leading the league in a multitude of categories. He also helped lead the Force to the second Clark Cup Championship title in franchise history. His success throughout the 2023-24 season earned him the title of United States Hockey League Coach of the Year. 
 
"I'm very grateful for the opportunity to continue my personal development and advance my responsibilities within the Force organization," commented Force GM/Head Coach Brett Skinner. "I could not do this role without the continued support and guidance from Cary Eades who I have a great respect for and relationship with. It will be business as usual with the Force as we pride ourselves on having a collaborative effort and Cary will continue to be a big part of the decision-making process. As well, I am surrounded by so many people within the organization that care about the players development and success."

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