Colorado College Athletics

Mike Haviland - What they're saying

Athletic Communications

Current Tigers "The guys on the team are super excited to get to meet and learn from Coach Haviland. Everything about him seemed to fit. He went to a liberal arts college, so he understands that part of education. Plus he's just a very personable guy.” Jaccob Slavin '17      Future Tigers "I am very excited to meet Coach Haviland and the rest of the Tigers. I am looking forward to learning a lot from him and to see what it's like being coached by one of the best.” Jordan Berger '18      "I continue to be super excited to attend Colorado College this fall. I look forward to meeting the new head coach and I know he will help us reach our goals to compete for an NCHC championship and national title.” Chase Perry '18       Former Tigers "This definitely was out-of-the-box type thinking by CC, and a really good hire. Coach Haviland has passion for the game, and it sounds like he wants to put down some roots there, so I expect he'll do a good job and turn the program around real quickly.” Jack Hillen '08   "What I give him credit for is that he's spent the last 20 years moving around, putting in the hard work, looking for the job that's just right for him. All we can hope for is that this is it – the job that's just right for him. I think I speak for every former Tiger when I say the one thing we do is ardently support the program. We all want a team that represents CC well, and wins. I'm always optimistic, always hopeful." Dave Delich '79   "Sounds like CC hit a home run – that's my impression. They went outside the box, and I think it's a hell of a hire. The word 'can't' is not in his vocabulary. He's not afraid to butt heads with anybody.” Bruce Aikens '82        "I think it's great. I played for him at Norfolk and he wanted me to come to Hershey. His background speaks for itself. He's won everywhere he's been, so obviously I’m excited for CC to hire a guy of his stature.” Gabe Guentzel ‘12          "The college did a very thorough search in finding a replacement for Scott Owens. I’m not that familiar with Mike Haviland, but I spoke with my good friend Scotty Bowman, who says he’s a very good coach, a good practice guy, with lots of credibility. He likes him a lot, says he knows the game and is a wonderful choice for Colorado College.” Art Berglund ‘63               Others   "The National Collegiate Hockey Conference welcomes Mike Haviland. The NCHC is comprised of the very best head coaches in college hockey who are committed to the academic and athletic success of their students. We are excited to add someone of Mike's pedigree and caliber to this group.” Josh Fenton, NCHC Commissioner