NATIONAL BALL HOCKEY
ASSOCIATION OF CANADA

The National Ball Hockey Association of Canada (NBHAC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Mario Facciuolo to the position of Head Coach for our Women’s Team Canada (WTC) program which will look to defend their championship in Pittsburgh in 2015.

Coach Facciuolo’s appointment to this position comes after the NBHAC had conducted several interviews of prospective candidates.   Facciuolo has had previous coaching history as the head coach of the Burlington Brownies, Women’s ‘A’ Provincial Champions (2012 & 2013) in the Ontario Ball Hockey Association (OBHA) and as Assistant Coach with the Women’s Team Canada program winning gold in Toronto, 2013.

Mario's passion for sports is rooted in his Hamilton central mountain upbringing where there was always a pick-up game to be played and a team to join. His incredible work ethic is rooted in his Italian upbringing where there was always an expectation to work hard, play hard and show respect. This foundation of passion and work ethic have made him the coach he is today.  Mario's strength as a coach is in his ability to see the whole picture and the attention to details. Even while watching a hockey game for instance, he is more often than not watching the play that is happening behind the person who is controlling the puck--such practice has allowed him to become a coach who develops systems and player skill that exploit other teams' weaknesses while capitalizing on the individual strengths of his own players.

Mario's involvement in ball hockey commenced in 1980 as a player in Ancaster, Ontario. In 1999, he became involved in coaching his wife's team in a 4 on 4 women's ball hockey league in Dundas, Ontario and he never looked back. Mario's next stop was the Burlington Ball Hockey League where he has coached both women's and boys teams since 2005--he is a 12 time winning ball hockey coach at the league, provincial, national and international level. His profession is that of a Site-Superintendent and he lives in Ancaster, Ontario with his wife Michelle and their two children, Megan and Mario Jr.

Facciuolo commented, “I am thrilled with the opportunity we have in the NBHAC.  Our first goal is to put together the best staff possible and in this regard believe that we have the opportunity to effectively merge the best and brightest within the sport.  I am truly impressed by the enthusiasm with the NBHAC.  During my discussions it was very clear that they are committed to operating a professional organization and continuing on the path of building a winner.  To have a plan and to put all those aspects in place to work towards the goal is very important and along with the management of the program look forward to begin scouting and recruiting for the opportunity to wear the RED & WHITE and coming to know the group of talented players in Canada.”

Facciuolo stresses the teaching of the fundamentals of the game and strives to work in a team environment which supports the development of a strong work ethic where players and coaches can work together to achieve excellence. 

NBHAC President Steve Rumsey stated, “I have had the pleasure to get to know Mario the last few years with his team’s success and as an assistant on the Women’s Team Canada team and his preparation and passion is incredible.  He is always at the rink scouting and studying the opposition in preparation for the games.   He understands and commands respect of the players with the understanding that they are not only players, but Ambassadors for the Sport and Canada both on and off the floor.”

Facciuolo stated, “this is a tremendous honor and I am looking forward to making my contribution to the program.  Throughout my years in the sport I have enjoyed working with so many tremendous athletes with varying backgrounds from ice hockey, soccer and lacrosse and this is a wonderful opportunity to develop and work with these great up and coming players.  As a member of the 2013 World Championship team I look forward to working with the NBHAC, the assistant coaches, support staff and the players.

The NBHAC is proud to have a proven winner and leader leading the Women’s Team Canada program to defend gold in Pittsburgh in 2015.

Get to know your Junior Team Canada Coaches:

Barry Greer - Head Coach U20

Our goal is to build a program that is recognized as the best in world. We have a reputation for excellence in our sport coupled with a strong sense of community, which fosters growth. We will prepare and assemble a Team of Ball Hockey Players from Canada to compete for Gold Medal at the World Championships.

The goal is to field teams that set extra-ordinary standards for competitiveness, sportsmanship and team continuity. To create a “life experience” for members of Team Canada.

Athletic activities are an important part of our youth’s life experiences and this is reflected in our achievement in inter-provincial competition. We are seeking outstanding individuals including, High Performance Director, Head Coach, Team Doctor, Therapist and Equipment Manager to be a part of our Team Canada program for each of our Junior U16, U18 & U20 teams.

The National Ball Hockey Association of Canada strives for excellence - in the quality of its players and community leaders and in the long tradition of athletic achievement. We are currently seeking a qualified candidate’s for the following contracts in preparation for the 2014 World Junior Championships.

Junior Team Canada Staff Job Descriptions

High Performance Director

• Oversee the selection of Coaching Staff, including Head Coach, Assistant Coach (1), Team Doctor, Therapist, Equipment Manager
• Head of Scouting
• Provide Leadership in action and word to all team and staff members - To create a strong team based culture with inclusion of all Team staff including Assistant Coach, Team Mentors, Team Doctor, Team Therapist, Equipment Trainer
• To create an environment of mentorship and training for all staff members, particularly the team mentors
• Responsible for the coaching staff and related officials during all games
• Responsible for clearly defining roles of the Assistants pre tournament and providing meaningful roles to assistants
• Work towards positive inclusion (not necessarily floor time) of all team members
• Work in conjunction with the GM’s in the selection of JTC players
• To assist in the mentoring of the assistant coach and the team mentors in international competition

General Manager

• Selection of Coaching Staff, including Head Coach, Assistant Coach (1),
• Selection of Team Mentors
• Selection of support staff including, Team Doctor, Team Therapist, Team Trainer
• Coordinate scouting process and work in conjunction with coaching staff the qualification and selection of JTC
• Planning and coordination of the WJC’s
• Administration of Logistics involved in the WJC
• Team Building program and monitoring of same during WJC
• Support role during the WJC
• Working with all team officials to ensure positive tournament results and provide leadership in action and word
• To provide the necessary environment for the coaching staff to establish the right culture for success
• Active participation in the High Performance program

Head Coach

• Provide Leadership in action and word to all team and staff members
• To create a strong team based culture with inclusion of all Team staff including
• Assistant Coach, Team Mentors, Team Doctor, Team Therapist, Equipment Trainer.
• One of the objectives of the JTC program is to create an environment of mentorship and training for all staff members, particularly the team mentors -
• Responsible for the coaching staff and related officials during all games
• Responsible for clearly defining roles of the Assistants pre tournament and providing meaningful roles to assistants
• Work towards positive inclusion (not necessarily floor time) of all team members
• Responsible for the development of practices, game strategy and execution
• Working in conjunction with the GM’s in the selection of JTC players.
• To assist in the mentoring of the assistant coach and the team mentors in international competition.
• To assist with team during off floor times / dates
• Active participation in the High Performance program

Team Doctor

• Collect and review medical history and consent form for players
• Provide coach with health status of players before & during the event
• Procure medical supplies

Therapist

• Work with coach and doctor during the tournament
• Procure therapy supplies
• Deal with player needs during the event

Equipment Manager

• Procure team supplies
• Manage team uniforms and equipment before, during, and after games
• Provide water and tend to player equipment needs during the mini-camp and JWC

Assistant Coach – to be appointed in consultation with the High Performance Director

• To report to the Head Coach
• To assist the head coach with the development of practices, game strategy and execution
• Provide Leadership in action and word to all team and staff members
• To assist with team during off floor times / dates
• Active participation in the High Performance program

All resumes must be submitted via e-mail no later than the specified deadline to the attention of Steve Rumsey at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

In your cover letter we ask that you rank your preferred choice within each team, U16, U18 or U20

Submission Deadlines

High Performance Director – June 7
General Managers – June 14
Head Coaches – June 28
Team Mentors – September 6
Doctor, Therapist, Equipment Manager – September 13

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