SFU Hockey BCIHL Team Announces Changes to Coaching Staff

July 24, 2025 | Burnaby, BC

The SFU Hockey BCIHL team is announcing changes to the coaching staff. Guido Lamberti-Charles takes over head coaching duties from Mark Soares effective immediately, and has begun developing the roster ahead of the 2025/26 BCIHL season.

With over 25 years of international coaching experience—from U15 development to the professional level—Coach Lamberti-Charles brings a wealth of knowledge, structure, and passion to the program.

Joining Coach Lamberti-Charles is Jim Rogers, our new Assistant Coach and Hockey Adviser. Jim offers over 40 years of hockey expertise, having served as a GM professionally in Europe, an NHL Central Scouting member, a Head Scout and Director of Player Development in the DEL (Germany), and a key scout for WHL and BCHL teams.

With the final touches being added to the 2025/26 BCIHL schedule, fans can expect an announcement in the coming weeks regarding BCIHL pre-season, regular season and championship dates and venues.

The SFU Hockey BCIHL team provides players with the opportunity to pursue a top-tier post-secondary education while continuing to compete at a high level. The team actively recruiting driven student-athletes from Canadian Junior leagues and elite programs across North America and Europe who are passionate about continuing their development on and off the ice.

For more information, contact SFU Hockey

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