Mike Carlsen has been at the heart of our hockey program since its beginning. As President, Mike helped establish the Logan Lake Miners in 2022 and has played a major role in building the program from the ground up. What started as a new BCIHL team in Logan Lake has grown into the TRU WolfPack Hockey program we have today. His leadership, commitment and vision have helped create a program that continues to grow both on and off the ice.
Chris Farmer has been a key part of our hockey program since its very first season. Joining the Logan Lake Miners in 2022 as an Assistant Coach and Director, Chris helped lay the foundation for what the program has become today. Over the years, his role has evolved, and he now continues to serve as a Director while bringing the excitement of WolfPack Hockey to our fans as the team’s Play-by-Play Announcer. Chris’s commitment, energy and passion for the program have made him an important part of our journey from the Logan Lake Miners to the TRU WolfPack.
Grant Friesen joined the program in the spring of 2023 as Head Coach and General Manager, helping lead the Logan Lake Miners through their early stages of development. Since joining the organization, Grant has been heavily involved in building the program both on and off the ice, including coaching, recruiting, player development, fundraising, sponsorship, marketing, community engagement and day-to-day operations. His focus has always been on creating a competitive environment where student-athletes can develop as players, students and people.
As the program has continued to grow, Grant has helped guide its evolution from the Logan Lake Miners into TRU WolfPack Hockey, while maintaining its roots in Logan Lake and its commitment to the local community. He continues to lead the men’s program while also helping develop the foundation of the WolfPack Women’s Hockey program. His vision is to build a sustainable university hockey organization that provides student-athletes with meaningful opportunities to compete, develop and represent Thompson Rivers University and the surrounding communities.
Zach Wright joined the program during the 2023–2024 season as an Assistant Coach, becoming an important part of the coaching staff and the continued development of the Logan Lake Miners. Since then, Zach has taken on an expanded role within the organization and now serves as Assistant General Manager and Director of Scouting for TRU WolfPack Hockey. His work in player evaluation, recruiting and building the future of the program has made him an important part of our continued growth. Zach’s commitment to the program and his eye for talent continue to help shape the future of WolfPack Hockey.
Anthony Tulliani joined the Logan Lake Miners as a player for the 2024–2025 season, becoming part of the program both on and off the ice. After his playing season, Anthony made the transition into coaching, joining the men’s team as an Assistant Coach in the summer of 2025. Having experienced the program firsthand as a student-athlete, Anthony brings a unique perspective to the coaching staff and a strong understanding of the culture and expectations of WolfPack Hockey. His transition from player to coach represents the continued development of people within our program and his commitment to giving back to the team he once played for.
Bhavin Serown joined the Logan Lake Miners as a player during the 2024–2025 season, becoming part of the program and its growing hockey community. After his playing career with the Miners, Bhavin continued his involvement with the organization, joining the TRU WolfPack Men’s team as an Assistant Coach in the summer of 2026. His experience as a former player gives him valuable insight into the program, its culture and the student-athlete experience. Bhavin’s transition from player to coach is another example of the opportunities within our program and his continued commitment to helping build the future of WolfPack Hockey.
Cheyanne Watkinson joined the TRU WolfPack Women’s Hockey program in the summer of 2026 as an Assistant Coach, becoming part of the coaching staff as the program continues to build its first women’s team. Cheyanne brings a passion for hockey and player development to the WolfPack, helping establish the culture, standards and foundation of the women’s program. Her commitment and enthusiasm will be an important part of building a strong and successful future for WolfPack Women’s Hockey.
Shane Sanderson - Saskatchewan Scout
Ryan Strande - British Columbia Scout
