Richmond Jets Coaching Team & Skill Providers
DIRECTOR OF HOCKEY OPERATIONS
Linden Saip
Director of Hockey Operations, Skills Provider, U13A1 Head Coach
Linden is responsible for leading and supporting the development of all our players and coaches and overseeing the growth and day-to-day on-ice management of the Richmond Jets’ initiation, recreational, and rep hockey programs.
Linden’s playing career included time in the WHL, BCHL, and the University of British Columbia, where he earned a degree in Kinesiology with a specialization in High-Performance Strength & Conditioning. As both a player and coach, Linden has developed a deep understanding of the roles, responsibilities, and core values crucial to achieving common goals. His leadership style emphasizes leading by example, taking initiative, and working with children and young adults to support their personal, technical, and psychological growth.
Linden has been a long-time skills provider and program coordinator with the Richmond Jets. Last season, he served as Head Coach of the U11A1 team, guiding them to a highly successful year. For the 2025/26 season, Linden will be stepping behind the bench as Head Coach of the U13A1 team, continuing his commitment to developing our athletes both on and off the ice.
Mike Ikeda
Director of Rep Hockey
Coach Mike Ikeda, in coordination with the Rep Committee, is responsible for the oversight, growth, and day-to-day operations of the Richmond Jets’ U11–U18 (A) rep program.
With over a decade of rep coaching experience across the Lower Mainland, Coach Mike has led teams at every level within our association, including multiple seasons as Head Coach of the U15A1 team. He has also coached at the elite level with the U17 Greater Vancouver Canadians and served as an Assistant Coach with UBC Varsity Hockey. A former pro player in Japan and Junior A player in the AJHL, Mike brings a wealth of experience, a passion for development, and a commitment to building a strong team culture.
2024-2025 SKILLS PROVIDERS
Mats Lindgren
Skills Provider
Mats is a proven and passionate teacher of the game of hockey. Decades of exposure to North American and Swedish Ice Hockey training and coaching methods has enabled Mats to develop an enhanced puck possession brand of hockey for both minor hockey coaches and players.
Mats is a two-time world junior champion, former NHL player of 10 seasons, 1998 Olympian, and Swedish Hockey League (SHL) coach of 7 seasons.
Reegan House
Skills Provider - Power Skating
Reegan has specialized as a power skating and skills coach for the past three years. He has experience working with hockey players of all ages (ages four to fifty) and with players and teams in the PCAHA, CSSHL, BCEHL, PJHL, BCHL and WHL. Reegan will also be the head Coach of the U11A2 team this year.
Reegan grew up playing hockey from the age of six with the Cloverdale Minor Hockey Association up until the age of seventeen, when he began his first of four years playing in the PJHL. Reegan spent his first two seasons with the White Rock Whalers and finished his last two years with the Delta Ice Hawks. Upon completion of his Junior Hockey career, Reegan took to teaching with the focus of helping hockey players achieve their goals of playing at the highest level. He is very excited to start his first season as a member of the Richmond Jets organization.
Michelle Popoff
Skills Provider – Skating Initiation Program & Intro to Hockey
Michelle has been a Skate Canada Certified PowerSkating and Figure Skating coach for over 35yrs and has worked for the Connaught Skating Club and most recently the Delta Skating Club as their Head Powerskating coach.
Michelle also works in Recreation with the City of Richmond at the Arenas, as the supervisor for the Learn to Skate Program and also has 3 adult sons that are all Richmond Alumni. Michelle is a passionate, energetic coach that strives to get the best out of every player. I pride myself on motivating all players, of all capabilities in a fun, high-energy but challenging setting, supporting each player's development while they gain confidence and build a strong skating foundation along the way!
Glenn Wheeler
Skills Provider – Intro To Hockey, C Program
A Nationally Certified Coach with 20 years of Coaching experience in Skills Development, European Technique Power Skating as well as Game Playing and Compete Tactics.
Coach Glenn’s unique ability to communicate with players of all ages and his attention to detail, discipline and running fast paced sessions makes him one of the most sought after Coaches in BC and abroad. He is acknowledged to be the Number one (#1) Hockey School Instructor in the Lower Mainland and has coached with the Jets for the past two years.
Matt Leduc
Skills Provider
Matt has a wealth of experience in instruction, video and skills development and has worked for multiple organizations over the past number of years with Leduc Hockey Development.
Matt will be the U13A1 head coach this year and is excited to have the privilege of leading and guiding young athletes on and off the ice. My coaching philosophy centers around fostering a positive and inclusive team environment, while promoting individual skill development and growth.
His hockey career includes five seasons in the WHL with the Spokane Chiefs and played for the UBC Thunderbirds in the 2021-22 season.
Brodie Reid
Skills Provider
Brodie's player career of 13 seasons of professional hockey started with signing with the San Jose sharks of the NHL, playing in the AHL for 4 seasons before heading to Europe where he played in Austria, France and the United Kingdom.
Playing at the highest level took dedication, determination and a high skill set which he intends to apply to teaching and coaching. Playing all over the world taught him how to adapt to the culture and playing styles of each league. Before turning pro, Brodie played at Northeastern University( NCAA ) , USHL, BCHL, major midget and understands the importance of development and requirements to have success at those levels.
2024 GOALIE COACHES
Pasco Valana & Elite Goalies
Goaltending Coach
Pasco Valana is a professional goaltending coach based in Vancouver and has been with the Jets program for the past three years.
Pasco is the long-time goaltending coach with the UBC Thunderbirds women's hockey program. Valana has mentored 58 goaltenders to college scholarships and 13 to the National Hockey League.
He has also mentored a KHL All-Star, three Hobey Baker nominees, and goalies who have an NCAA Division I Championship and a Royal Bank Cup. In 2010, Valana was the Chief of Athlete Services for the sport of ice hockey at the Vancouver Olympic Games and was added to the coaches pool for Hockey Canada National Women’s U18, U22 and Senior National Training Camp.
Pasco is now working closely with Coaches at Hockey Canada in developing an accredited National Goaltending Certification Program.
Rob Fuchs
Goaltending Coach
Rob Fuchs is a professional goaltending coach based in Vancouver. Rob has been coaching in Richmond hockey programs for over 10 years and is an alumni of Richmond Minor Hockey.
A graduate of Hamline University in 2003 with a bachelor’s degree in Business Management; Rob played four years of NCAA college hockey where as a freshman he won 2nd team all-conference honors. The first student of PFGS to receive a college scholarship, Rob has been an owner of PFGS since 2005.
- Current goalie Coach – Delta Hockey Academy (2015 – present)
- Surrey Eagles Goalie Coach (2010 – 2014) – Fred Page and Western Canadian Champions 2013, RBC semi-finalists 2013
- SFU goalie coach (2009 – 2013)
2024-2025 COMPETITIVE (REP) COACHES
Matt Leduc
U11 A1 Head Coach
We’re excited to welcome back Matt Leduc as our U11A1 Head Coach for the 2025/26 season!
A proud Richmond Jets alum, Matt played his minor hockey locally before spending five seasons in the WHL with the Spokane Chiefs. He’s currently studying high-performance coaching at UBC and brings a thoughtful, player-focused approach to everything he does.
Matt’s coaching experience includes roles with Dragicevic Hockey Development, the Richmond Ravens, and Fraser Valley Rush. He also served as head skills instructor for the WHL Development Combine, bringing elite insight to his work with young athletes.
His coaching philosophy is simple but powerful: development happens when learning the game is fun and engaging. We’re thrilled to have Matt leading the U11A1 group this season!
Reegan House
U11 A2 Head Coach
We’re excited to welcome back Reegan House as our U11A2 Head Coach for the 2025/26 season!
Reegan is a dedicated power skating and skills coach with experience training players of all ages—from young beginners to elite-level athletes in the CSSHL, BCEHL, PJHL, BCHL, and WHL. He brings a high-performance mindset and a passion for helping players reach their full potential.
Before stepping into the U11A2 Head Coach role last season, Reegan contributed as an assistant with the U13A2 team in 2023/24. His growing impact within the Richmond Jets reflects his strong foundation in player development and his commitment to teaching the game the right way.
We’re thrilled to have Reegan’s knowledge, energy, and elite-level experience guiding our young athletes again this year!
Ray Hung
U11 A3 Head Coach
We’re thrilled to welcome back Ray Hung as our U11A3 Head Coach for the 2025/26 season!
Ray has been a dedicated part of the Richmond Jets for many years, coaching across both the rep and C programs at multiple age levels. He also served as the U11A Division Manager for the past two seasons, demonstrating his deep commitment to player development and community building.
Ray brings a wealth of hockey knowledge, steady leadership, and a genuine passion for the game. His coaching style blends structure with encouragement, helping players develop their skills and confidence while fostering a love for hockey.
We’re excited to have him return behind the bench and continue guiding the next generation of Jets!
Ryan Bayley
U11 A4 Head Coach
We’re excited to welcome Ryan Bayley as the U11A4 Head Coach for the 2025/26 season!
Ryan brings a lifetime of hockey experience and a true passion for player development. A proud product of Seafair Minor Hockey, Ryan’s playing career took him through four seasons in the PJHL with the Delta Ice Hawks and two years at the varsity level with SFU in the BCIHL.
He has coached with both Seafair and the Richmond Jets, contributing as a skills provider and assistant coach across multiple age groups. Ryan’s coaching philosophy focuses on skill development, teamwork, and work ethic—always aiming to help young athletes grow both as players and as people.
We’re thrilled to have him leading this team in a positive, competitive environment where players can thrive.
Linden Saip
U13 A1 Head Coach
We’re proud to announce that Linden Saip, our Hockey Director, will also be returning as the U13A1 Head Coach for the 2025/26 season! 🙌
A former WHL player and long-time skills provider for the Jets, Linden brings high-level experience, strong leadership, and a deep commitment to player development—making him a major asset to our association.
After guiding the U11A1 team last season, Linden brings his calm, focused coaching style and passion for the game to this year’s U13A1 group. We’re lucky to have him behind the bench and leading our overall hockey development efforts.
Michael Gill
U13 A2 Head Coach
We’re excited to welcome back Michael Gill as our U13A2 Head Coach for the 2025/26 season!
Michael is a lifelong Richmond resident who played his entire rep career locally with the Richmond Blues, Seafair Islanders, and Richmond Jets. He capped off his playing days by captaining the U21A Jets to a provincial championship in 2023.
Michael is passionate about developing players’ skills and team systems—but above all, he believes in helping young athletes become better people on and off the ice. We’re thrilled to have him leading this group!
TBD
U13 A3 Head Coach
TBD
U13 A4 Head Coach
Mike Ikeda
U15 A1 Head Coach
Coach Mike Ikeda returns as Head Coach of the U15A1 team for the 2025/26 season. With over 15 years of coaching experience, Mike has led teams across all age groups within Richmond Minor Hockey and brings a calm, structured, and competitive approach to the bench.
His past coaching highlights include leading the U15A1, U13A1, and U18A1 Jets, as well as serving as Head Coach of the U17 Greater Vancouver Canadians in the BCEHL. Mike’s deep knowledge of the game, combined with his commitment to skill development and team culture, makes him a strong leader for our U15 athletes.
TBD
U15 A2 Head Coach
Kamesh Goundar
U18 A1 Head Coach
Kamesh Krishnan returns as the Head Coach of our U18A1 team for the 2025/26 season, bringing over a decade of coaching experience and a lifelong passion for the game. A proud Seafair Minor Hockey alum who started playing at age five, Kamesh also spent a season with the Richmond Sockeyes before shifting his focus to coaching.
He previously served as Head Coach of the U15A1 Jets and spent five seasons as an assistant coach across various competitive levels, including stints with the U21 Richmond Jets (Provincial Champions), U15 Surrey MHA (KIBIHT Bronze Medalists), and U18 Richmond Jets (Silver Medalists in Abbotsford). He began his coaching journey in 2015 with the U18 Richmond Blues, helping guide them to a Presidents Series Championship.
Kamesh blends an old-school coaching philosophy with the ability to adapt to modern hockey systems, emphasizing discipline, accountability, and player growth on and off the ice.
If you have any questions regarding Rep Coaching, or if you are interested in coaching for the Richmond Jets, please contact Milton Chan at repdirector@richmondjetsmha.com
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Richmond Jets Minor Hockey Association
As one of the largest minor hockey associations in British Columbia, the Richmond Jets Minor Hockey Association offers an integrated (boys and girls) minor hockey program from Initiation to Juvenile. Featuring both recreational ("C") and competitive ("A") streams, our programs operate out of the three different facilities in the City of Richmond: Richmond Ice Centre (RIC), Minoru Arenas (Stadium and Silver Rinks), Richmond Oval (North and South rinks).
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Matt Leduc
Skill Provider - Rep & C Program
We are excited to have Matt working as a skills coaches this year with the Jets. Matt’s coaching experience includes working as a skills coach for Dragicevic Hockey Development, Richmond Ravens, and Fraser Valley Rush. Most recently, I was the head skills instructor for the Western Hockey League Development Combine.
Matt played his minor hockey in Richmond before moving on to play 5 years in the WHL for the Spokane Chiefs and is currently studying at UBC with a focus on high-performance coaching.
His coaching philosophy for minor hockey is that development is a byproduct of making learning hockey engaging and fun.