Goggin Ice Center
Address: 610 S. Oak St.
Oxford, OH 45056
Phone: 513-529-9800
Email: GogginInfo@MiamiOH.edu
Meet the Coaches
Senior Arena Director: Kevin Ackley
Kevin, a Minnesota native and former all-state goaltender, played junior hockey in the USHL before earning a Division I scholarship to St. Lawrence University, where he was named Rookie and Defensive Player of the Year. After graduating in 2006, he joined Miami University, serving as Head Coach/GM of the ACHA DII team and later becoming Senior Director of the Goggin Ice Center and Director of the Miami Hockey School.
With extensive experience as a goalie instructor, Kevin has worked alongside top coaches like Vladislav Tretiak, Rick St. Croix, and Mitch Korn. He has trained coaches through USA Hockey clinics, led youth hockey program expansion, and coached at all levels. Kevin is passionate about using hockey to develop not only skilled players but strong individuals.
Assistant Director Ice Hockey Player Development: Zach Sens
Zach Sens is entering his third season at Miami University as the Assistant Director of Ice Hockey. Zach is an Oxford, Ohio native who attended Talawanda High School and went on to study at Miami University. Zach has previously coached for Miami Youth Hockey as their 14UAA coach for three seasons.
Zach then moved on to coach Talawanda High School for two seasons, being named Coach of the Year for the State of Ohio in his last season.
He then went on to coach at Trine University as their Men's club hockey coach leading them to their first-ever national tournament appearance. Most recently, Zach is entering his third season as the head coach of the Miami Jr. Redhawks High School team.
Associate Director of Programs and Sales: Kaitlyn Johnson
Kaitlyn Johnson was formerly on staff as an Intern for Programming after completing her collegiate playing career at Marian University in Wisconsin.
Johnson served as the associate head coach for Miami's Division I ACHA Women's Hockey Team and helped lead the team to two National Titles in 2016 and 2017. She has served on the staff of multiple USA Hockey camps along with Miami Hockey School.
Johnson joined the Lindenwood-Bellville coaching staff in 2017-19 and helped guide the Lynks to a National Championship appearance. She then returned to Miami to head the women's team from 2019-2022 and is now coaching the Miami Jr.Redhawks 10u travel team.
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Goggin Ice Center, located on the campus of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, is a state-of-the-art facility that serves as a hub for ice sports and recreational activities. With two NHL-sized ice rinks, the Goggin Ice Center offers space for figure skating, hockey games, and public skating sessions. Goggin Ice Center hosts various events throughout the year, including youth hockey tournaments and learn-to-skate programs. Whether you are looking to improve your skills or simply enjoy a leisurely skate with loved ones, Goggin Ice Center is the perfect destination for an unforgettable skating experience near you.
