Troy G. Ward

Troy G. Ward (born June 4, 1962) is an American ice hockey coach who is the associate head coach for Minnesota State University Mankato. Ward spent three years (1997–2000) as assistant coach with the Pittsburgh Penguins of the National Hockey League.

Playing Career A 1984 graduate of University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire, Ward was team captain for the BluGolds as a forward for four years. In 1984, UW Eau Claire captured the NAIA Championship. Ward earned a master's degree in athletic administration and a bachelor's degree in physical education.

Coaching Career On June 30, 2011, following one year as an assistant coach, Ward was named as the new head coach of the Abbotsford Heat.

He was named the head coach of the Vancouver Giants in the Western Hockey League (WHL) for the 2014–15 season but was released of his duties November 25, 2014, after 25 games.

On June 10, 2015, the Madison Capitols announced that Ward had accepted the dual role of head coach and general manager for the team's upcoming 2015–16 season. He resigned from both positions after one season.

Awards and honors Award Year John Brophy Award - ECHL Coach of the Year 2000–01