U18A Head Coach – Brett Sommerville - [email protected]
Brett Sommerville is an experienced A-level head coach who is currently the U18A Head Coach of the Mississauga Hurricanes. He has led teams in the Mississauga Girls Hockey League from U15A to U18A, building a reputation for steady development, clear communication, and competitive, team-first hockey. He focuses on fundamentals, pace, and decision-making, pairing high-rep skill work with systems that fit the roster rather than forcing a template. Players describe his bench as calm and prepared; parents appreciate his transparency around roles and growth plans. Brett’s approach is to retain and develop athletes in-house, prioritize practice quality, and set standards that travel from the first drill to the final shift. He values multi-sport athletes, academic accountability, and character, and he works closely with staff to create an environment where players feel supported and pushed to reach the next level.
U15A Head Coach – TBD
U13A Head Coach – Daryl Knowles - [email protected]
Daryl Knowles enters his fifth year as a coach with the BGHC, previously coaching the IP Fundamentals program, U7, U9B, U9A, and U11A teams. As an excellent hockey coach and leader, Daryl is passionate about the growth and development of athletes encouraging them to reach their full potential on and off the ice. Daryl played hockey in the OPJHL/OHL//AUS.
U11A Head Coach – TBD
U9A1 Head Coach – Rob Tarantino – [email protected]
Rob has been the U9B1 Head Coach for the past two seasons. He is a former NCAA Division 1 player at RIT. He has been involved in coaching previously with the Mississauga Reps in the GTHL. Rob has two daughters who play in the BGHC and he looks forward to working with the players and families to help each girl’s development.