Pittsburgh Emperors

Coaching Staff

Meet The Coaches

Gabrielle Reed 
Head Coach & Player Development Director

Leads team strategy and training while overseeing player growth, performance, and skill development. Combines coaching expertise with individualized development plans to maximize team and athlete potential.

Jeremy Rochford
Associate Coach – Skills & Training

Supports player development through focused skills training, drills, and performance coaching. Helps enhance individual abilities, refine techniques, and contribute to overall team success.

Kelly Sherdan
Associate Coach – ​Lead Grants Coordinator

Supports players through skills training, drills, and developmental coaching while also leading the team’s grant efforts. Oversees researching, writing, and managing grants to secure funding that strengthens programs, equipment, and long-term growth.

Ari Emsi
Associate Coach

Supports team development through on-ice instruction, skill building, and positive reinforcement. Assists with practice execution, player feedback, and fostering confidence to help each athlete grow and succeed.

John Herington
Assistant Coach

Supports team development through on-ice instruction, skill building, and positive reinforcement. Assists with practice execution, player feedback, and fostering confidence to help each athlete grow and succeed.

Timothy MccCune
Assistant Coach – Player Services & Team Management

Manages player support and team operations, ensuring smooth logistics, communication, and overall team cohesion. Focuses on enhancing player experience, maintaining organization, and supporting coaching staff in achieving team goals.

Will O'Leary
Assistant Coach

Supports team development through on-ice instruction, skill building, and positive reinforcement. Assists with practice execution, player feedback, and fostering confidence to help each athlete grow and succeed.

Tara Kessler
Assistant Coach

Supports team development through on-ice instruction, skill building, and positive reinforcement. Assists with practice execution, player feedback, and fostering confidence to help each athlete grow and succeed.