Sara Walsh Appointed U19 Head Coach for Emperor Hockey Academy
Emperor Hockey Academy is thrilled to announce the appointment of Sara Walsh as the Head Coach for the U19 team. A proud native of Burlington, Sara has been deeply immersed in the world of hockey for many years, cultivating her passion and expertise in the sport.
A graduate of Salem State University, where she earned her masters of Business Administration in leadership in 2017, Sara not only excelled academically but also made her mark on the ice. She played hockey all four years of her college career, culminating in her role as team captain during her senior year. Her outstanding performance was recognized with the prestigious MVP award, highlighting her leadership and skill.
With eight years of coaching experience, Sara brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record to the Emperor Hockey Academy. As a USA Hockey CEP Level 4 Coach, Walsh served as the head coach of the East Coast Wizards Junior team for the last five seasons, where she developed young talent and fostered a competitive team environment. In addition to coaching both the U19 Major 2 and U12 Major 1 teams Sara also accepted a great position as an assistant coach for Framingham State University for the upcoming 2024-2025 season. Prior to this, Walsh held the position of girls’ assistant director for the East Coast Wizards program.
Sara’s coaching achievements are impressive. Under her leadership, her teams have achieved significant milestones, including a MA Hockey State Championship victory in 2024 with her U19 Tier 2 team and in 2020 with her U12 Major 1 team. Additionally, she guided her U12 Major 2 team to a New England Regional Championship, highlighting her talent for inspiring and elevating her players.
Moreover, Sara has successfully helped numerous athletes advance to college hockey, with players earning spots at institutions such as Endicott College, UMass Boston, Trinity College, Western New England, Bowdoin College, Utica College, Worcester State University, Nichols College, Curry College, Merrimack College, and New England College. In addition to her coaching roles, Sara further honed her skills by attending USA Hockey’s Girls U15 National Camp in 2023, emphasizing her commitment to ongoing professional development and the growth of the sport.
We are confident that Sara’s passion for hockey, combined with her extensive coaching experience and leadership skills, will make a significant impact on our U19 program. We are excited to see the development of our athletes under her guidance and look forward to an exhilarating season ahead!