Eric Rud: New Seawolves Coach, Alaska Roots

0:00Eric Rudd just got named the new head coach for the University of Alaska, Anchorage Sea Wolves, NCAA Division I hockey team. This comes nearly two decades after he almost landed the top job at their rival program of in Fairbanks back in 2007. The school ran a national search to replace Matt Shazby and they locked in Rudd as the perfect fit to turn things around. The program is heading into its fifth season since getting reinstated five years ago after the community rallied to save it. Shazby's four years broad just 34 wins so expectations are high for Rudd to build momentum and excitement. At his intro press conference Monday, Rudd shouted out his wife and family for their full commitment, saying this gig demands everything. Players like Junior Forward Carter, McNarlin stuck around despite options to transfer, praising the search committee and feeling settled now. McNarlin, last year's top score, which 21 points, values loyalty and sees big potential ahead. Rudd brings deep Alaska roots.

1:00He first hit the ice here over 30 years ago as a Colorado college player, facing a wild Sea Wolves crowd that rained, salmon on the rink after their first goal. He's vowed to recruit top talent globally, locals included, and compete hard every night while fostering that passionate fan base. With Rudd calling for Brotherhood mindset from day one, the Sea Wolves are geared up for a fresh push towards sustainable success and packed houses. Huge news today, powered by AI bringing you what matters.