Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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David Flint

David Flint

Merrimack,NH

Summary

Results-driven Coach dedicated to building focused, high-achieving teams through goal-oriented training and mentorship. Skilled at recruiting top level athletes, reliable staff and assistants for unified culture and purpose-driven team support.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Women's Hockey Coach

Northeastern University
07.2008 - Current
  • Established a strong, cohesive team culture by fostering open communication and promoting teamwork among players.
  • Oversee budget for equipment, travel, operational expenses, and recruiting.
  • Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective training programs and practice schedules.
  • Fundraising
  • Pre-scout opponents in preparation for games.
  • Initiated community outreach initiatives involving the hockey program, strengthening relationships between the team and local supporters.
  • Create an environment of trust and collaboration where athletes can grow and become the best version of themselves on and off the ice.
  • Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
  • Collaborated with assistant coaches to provide comprehensive support for players both on and off the ice.
  • Evaluated player performance during games, providing constructive feedback and guidance for improvement.
  • Monitored student academics and fostered culture of balanced academic and athletic success.
  • Implemented data-driven analysis of player statistics to inform coaching decisions, leading to improved overall team performance.

Assistant Coach USA Women's National Team

USA Hockey
08.2008 - 03.2010
  • Oversaw goaltending for all national teams.
  • Assisted in selecting all national teams and 2010 Olympic roster.
  • Assisted head coach in evaluating player performance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous growth.
  • Collaborated with head coach to develop and maintain team schedule and practices to enhance preparedness.
  • Led drills and practice sessions to refine team tactics and individual skills.
  • Contributed to strategic planning meetings, offering insights based on comprehensive game analyses.
  • Streamlined communication between players and coaching staff, ensuring clear and consistent messages.
  • Developed alongside some other coaches Warren Strelow Goalie Program for USA Hockey.

Head Women's Hockey Coach

Saint Anselm College
07.2003 - 06.2008
  • Tasked with starting first women's ice hockey at college.
  • Recruited student-athletes that best fit academic and athletic profile of college.
  • Was in charge of operational and recruiting budget.
  • Hired assistant coaches.
  • Oversaw all aspects of program including but not limited to planning practices, player development, scheduling, fundraising, ordering equipment, laundry, skate sharpening, and team building.

Assistant Men's Hockey Coach/Assistant Athletic Trainer

Saint Anselm College
06.1996 - 06.2003
  • Recruited top student-athletes that best fit colleges academic and athletic profile.
  • Oversaw team goaltending, defense, and penalty kill.
  • Helped plan and execute daily practices with head coach.
  • Team trainer and strength coach.
  • Helped with ordering of equipment.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Biology/ Sports Medicine

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
North Adams, MA
05.1993

Skills

  • Collaborative Relationships
  • Detailed scouting reports
  • Recruitment strategy development
  • Wellness advocacy
  • Media Relations
  • Community Relationships
  • Tactical gameplay execution
  • Athlete development
  • Practice Planning and Management
  • Athletic Training and Coaching
  • Program Fundraising
  • Scouting and evaluating athletes

Accomplishments

    Career

  • 456-180-48 (Northeastern and Saint Anselm)
  • Most wins in Northeastern history (368)
  • Made it to championship game 9 straight years and at least semi-finals 15 out of 16 years
  • Hockey East All time tournament leader in wins (37-10 record)
  • 5 Regular season championships
  • 6 Consecutive Tournament Championships
  • 6 Beanpot Championships
  • 3 Frozen Fours
  • 1 National Championship Runner-Up
  • 2 time National Coach of the Year
  • 5 time Hockey East / 3 time NE Hockey Writers Coach of the Year
  • 3 National Goaltender of the Year winners ( in 5 years)
  • 2 Patty Kazmaier winners
  • 6 Players in Patty Kazmaier top ten last 2 seasons
  • 1 Humanitarian Award Winner
  • 8 All -Americans
  • 11 Olympians
  • 2nd most PWHL draft picks in first two seasons

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant Coach USA Women's National Team

USA Hockey
08.2008 - 03.2010

Head Women's Hockey Coach

Northeastern University
07.2008 - Current

Head Women's Hockey Coach

Saint Anselm College
07.2003 - 06.2008

Assistant Men's Hockey Coach/Assistant Athletic Trainer

Saint Anselm College
06.1996 - 06.2003

Bachelor of Arts - Biology/ Sports Medicine

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts

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