Bucks Coaches

Coach: Geoff Rollins 

- Geoff Rollins, a native of Okotoks, Alberta, has had an extensive career in both professional hockey and coaching. Growing up in the heart of Canadian hockey culture, Geoff developed a deep passion for the game early on, which fueled his success on the ice.

Professional Playing Career:
Geoff's pro career spanned 11 years, with stints in the EIHL (Elite Ice Hockey League), SPHL (Southern Professional Hockey League), and IHL (International Hockey League). Known for his versatile skill set and dedication, Geoff carved out a name for himself as a reliable player in each league. His experiences in various levels of competitive hockey equipped him with a unique perspective on the game, which he would later bring to his coaching and leadership roles.

Coaching Career:
After retiring from professional hockey, Geoff transitioned seamlessly into coaching. He has served as a coach for the IHA U18 Prep team, helping develop young talent at a high-performance level. Geoff has also coached the North Stars U18 AAA team, where he continued to foster the next generation of hockey players, focusing on skill development, discipline, and teamwork.

Coach: Tyson Jones 

Tyson Jones is a dedicated hockey coach with a deep-rooted passion for the game. Growing up in High River, Alberta, Tyson honed his skills on the ice playing minor hockey in the foothills area. His competitive spirit took him south of the border, where he spent two seasons showcasing his talent with the Wichita Thunder and Colorado Rampage.

After transitioning from player to coach, Tyson brought his extensive experience to the Foothills Bisons AA program, where he has been instrumental in developing young athletes. He has successfully coached both the Peewee and Bantam AA teams, emphasizing skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Tyson's commitment to fostering a positive and competitive environment has made a significant impact on the players he mentors. With a focus on cultivating the next generation of hockey talent, Tyson continues to inspire and lead with passion and expertise.

Development Coach: Kris Foucault 

Hailing from Calgary, Kris emerged as a formidable force in the hockey world. Starting with the Calgary Buffalos, he transitioned to become a key player for the Calgary Hitmen, winning a championship with the team. His journey continued with stints in the NHL with the Minnesota Wild, AHL with the Houston Aeros/Iowa Wild, and European leagues including the Vienna Capitals and Zurich Lions. Notably, Kris clinched another championship with Eisbären Berlin in the DEL. His versatile skills also contributed to teams like Grizzlys Wolfsburg, Ingolstadt Panthers, and Iserlohn Roosters. Kris's success in hockey all over the world has helped him learn various different coaching techniques and helped to develop a very well rounded coaching identity.

Kris specializes in the offensive components of the game. shooting and scoring coupled with puck skills and offensive IQ he blends the components of of these to push the envelope when it comes to the offensive side of the game. 

Development Coach: Matt Mackenzie 

  Matt MacKenzie, a third-round draft pick by the Buffalo Sabres, started his hockey career with the Calgary Hitmen before venturing into the AHL with the Rochester Americans and the Portland Pirates. His versatility shone through as he played in the ECHL with the Manchester Monarchs and the Florida Everblades. Matt then embraced European hockey, contributing to teams in the EBEL and Germany.

A champion with the Calgary Hitmen, Matt's winning legacy extended to Slovan Bratislava in the Slovak league. Matt has showed leadership by wearing a C or A on his jersey on almost every team he played for.

Matt specializes in power skating and the blend of two way defensive components of the game. With his many hours partaking in power skating as a young player and all the way through his pro career he has developed a deep understanding and a passion for power skating.