Matthew Gruss
Plymouth,MN
Summary
Operations-focused sports professional with experience supporting collegiate and professional hockey organizations. Skilled in logistics, inventory management, equipment maintenance, team operations, and delivering high-level support in fast-paced environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Equipment Manager
Ontario Reign Professional Hockey
El Segundo, California
06.2025 - 06.2026
- Maintained high standards of the organization and professionalism working in a fast paced environment.
- Supported players, coaches, and hockey operations staff in making sure their needs were met in a timely manner.
- Assisted with inventory management, and stocking of team supplies to ensure operational readiness throughout the season.
- Managed equipment laundry, organization, setups and
- maintenance of gear for practices and gameday operations.
- Prepared and maintained cleanliness and organization of locker rooms, benches, and team facilities for practices and games
- Coordinated travel logistics and operational needs for visiting teams.
Assistant Equipment Manager
Western Michigan University Hockey
Kalamazoo, Michigan
08.2021 - 07.2025
- Managed equipment setup and breakdown during practice sessions and game days both at home and at away games.
- Worked closely with coaching staff and players to ensure equipment needs were met consistently.
- Conducted repairs on skates, gloves, and all other protective gear ensuring player safety and comfort.
- Assisted with ordering by conducting inventory per request
- Build strong relationships with players, coaches, staff, and recruits to maintain and ensure a winning culture.
Skills Coach
MAP Hockey
Plymouth, Minnesota
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked alongside junior, college, and pro-level coaches to train top Minnesota hockey players.
- Coached and provided feedback to players aged 11-17 in off-ice skills (stickhandling, shooting, passing) and on-ice application
Education
BBA - Marketing
Western Michigan University
04-2025
Skills
- Operations & Logistics Coordination
- Inventory Management
- Equipment Maintenance/Knowledge
- Team Leadership
- Facility & Event Operations
- Time Management
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- Microsoft Office Suite
Languages
- English
- Basic Spanish
Timeline
Assistant Equipment Manager
Ontario Reign Professional Hockey
06.2025 - 06.2026
Skills Coach
MAP Hockey
05.2023 - 08.2023
Assistant Equipment Manager
Western Michigan University Hockey
08.2021 - 07.2025
BBA - Marketing
Western Michigan University