Coaches

Before this role, Coach Gonyeau had been an integral part of the Northeast Generals organization since February 2017, joining them during their inaugural season in the North American Hockey League (NAHL). Initially, he served as a Mid-American regional scout before transitioning to Assistant General Manager in 2018. In March 2021, he embraced the role of Assistant Coach and continued as Assistant General Manager for the NAHL team. Additionally, he took on the responsibility of Head Coach for the 16UAAA Midget team and Academy Director for the newly established Generals Academy.

Originally from Sault Ste. Marie, MI, Coach Gonyeau's passion for hockey developed early on as he played hockey in SMHA (Sault Michigan Hockey Association) and Sault Blue Devil Hockey. His dedication to the sport led him to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education from Central Michigan University. Coach Gonyeau further honed his coaching skills as Head Coach for the Cleveland Barons, overseeing teams ranging from 14UAAA to 16UAAA in the T1EHL (Tier 1 Elite Hockey League). In conjunction with his coaching responsibilities, he launched the Cleveland Athletic Academy within the Barons' program, providing players with an academic center to supplement their hockey development. Before his time with the Barons, he spent three seasons coaching at Saint Ignatius High School. His involvement in hockey extends to various other positions, including serving as a BCHL/NAHL Scout for Neutral Zone Scouting, Eastern U.S. Scout for the Alberni Valley Bulldogs of the BCHL, and Assistant General Manager for the Chippewa Steel of the NAHL.

Coach Gonyeau resides in Attleboro, MA, with his wife Emma, and their two dogs Enzo and Louie.

Contact Coach Gonyeau: cody@terriershockey.com