Andy Oakes – Interim Chief Executive Officer
As the Interim Chief Executive Officer, Andy works in conjunction with CSSHL Chief Operating Officer, Kevin Goodwin, to ensure the organization continues as national leaders in education-based hockey, focused on the guiding principle of development of male and female student-athletes on and off the ice.
Andy is currently the President of Okanagan Hockey Group Inc. (OHG). Under his leadership, OHG has expanded operations into Europe, United Kingdom and Eastern Canada. In 2002, Okanagan Hockey Academy was the first hockey sport school recognized by BC Hockey.
As a leader in the industry, Andy has been instrumental in working with hockey governing bodies to establish Accredited Schools in Canada. He is a member of the Hockey Canada’s Sports School Committee, which has been working together since 2007 to establish Hockey Canada Accredited Schools. Andy was elected as the Chair of the BC Hockey Schools Committee from 2014 to 2018. He was a BCHL Executive Committee member for five years and was awarded BCHL Executive of the Year for two consecutive years, 2009 and 2010.
Andy is a founding member of the Canadian Sport School Hockey League (CSSHL). Andy has held multiple positions on the Executive Operations Committee since the leagues inception, including Vice-Chairperson (2012-2013) and Chairperson (2011-12 and 2013 – present).
Andy’s passion is hockey. Not only does he work daily in this field, he gives back to his community by volunteering as a coach with Penticton Minor Hockey Association.
Kevin Goodwin – Chief Operating Officer
As the Chief Operating Officer, Kevin is responsible for the successful management, initiatives, and administration of the CSSHL.
A graduate of Okanagan University College, Kevin has been involved in all aspects of the game, which includes on-ice officiating, and coaching or managing teams from the U6 to U18 levels.
He has been involved in in the CSSHL since its inception, including the initial meetings to setup the League in 2008. Kevin was named the CSSHL’s Executive Director in 2013 and then was named the Chief Operating Officer in 2016. He is a part of the Hockey Canada Accredited School assessment teams with BC Hockey, Hockey Alberta and Hockey Manitoba.
Jordan Martin – Manager, Media & Communications
Jordan started with the CSSHL in 2021 and is responsible for the production, publishing and editing of all necessary digital content on all social media and website platforms.
Before joining the CSSHL Jordan spent three seasons in the league with the Northern Alberta Xtreme (NAX) as Marketing & Communications Manager. Prior to his time at NAX he attended MacEwan University, earning a degree in Bachelor of Communication Studies, Majoring in Journalism, while covering the University sports teams. He has spent time developing his skills working for SportsMEDIA Technology, the Leduc Representative and Merit Contractors Association.
Michael Suttnig – Manager, Operations
Having spent one season in the CSSHL last year as head of CSSHL Discipline, Suttnig joins on a full-time basis as Manager, Operations. Suttnig will assist the CSSHL Chief Operating Officer, Kevin Goodwin, with league operations including schedules, rosters, discipline, ensuring league standards are meet and more day to day operations. Suttnig, who was born in Austria and played professional hockey there, was recently Commissioner for the international Junior leagues (U20 and U18) of the Ice Hockey League and Alps hockey League where he was responsible for the development and implementation of new programs such as special sport events, development weekends and international tournaments.
Carl Michaelson – Eastern Canada Coordinator
Current Co-Founder, and Head of Recruitment & Scouting for CSSHL member program Bourget College, Michaelson joins the CSSHL League Staff as Eastern Canada Coordinator. Michaelson comes to the CSSHL with a highly decorated resume, having worked in various roles at both the elite minor hockey, junior stream and a total of six years coaching in the NCAA and European professional leagues. In his new position Michaelson will be responsible for guiding the Eastern division growth and expansion, while providing league insight and standards at showcases and other events.
Kai Farenholtz – Digital Media Coordinator
As Digital Media Coordinator, Kai is responsible for assisting in all digital media content, specifically social media graphics and video editing.
Farenholtz joins the CSSHL in a full time role as Digital Media Coordinator. A recent graduate of the Radio Arts & Entertainment program at the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT), Farenholtz most recently completed an internship with the British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL) where he was responsible for creating written, graphic, and video content throughout the 2022 playoffs.
Jen Crawford – Administrative Assistant
As an Administrative Assistant, Jen helps support our Board of Directors and all administrative tasks for the CSSHL.
Jen has experience in all levels of administration including governance, event management, and strategic planning with companies such as Hockey Canada, the Forzani Group, the Health Quality Council of Alberta, and the Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation.
Jodi Smart – Bookkeeper
Bio to come…
