Williston State hockey program on pause as it looks for new head coach

WILLISTON, N.D. (KUMV) - Williston State College will give the men’s hockey program the next year off.

President Bernell Hirning said they will take a “temporary pause” on the program so they can conduct a national search for a new head coach.

The coach will get a full year to recruit and build their program, meaning there will be no men’s hockey this coming season.

“Our goal is to rebuild this program the right way—with intention, strategy, and leadership that reflects the values of Williston State College. This pause allows us to step back, evaluate, and make decisions that will benefit our student-athletes and the future of Teton Hockey," said Hirning.

Former head coach Jimmy Grosklaus resigned in May after two seasons with the Tetons.