Coaches

Dedicated to developing young athletes through professional coaching and a supportive community.

Tim Preston

At the BC Lightning Hockey Club our founder and Director of Hockey Operations, Tim Preston, is responsible for all aspects of coaching on and off the ice.

Tim has a deep-rooted love of the game of hockey and a passion for developing motivated players. Tim is a highly regarded player development specialist. His diversity as a coach allows him to mentor and motivate players of all ages and skill levels.

Through a devoted commitment to coaching, he has developed a unique ability to push and challenge players of all levels. From the grass roots of hockey to top performers in a varierty of professional leagues. In addition to having trained Olympic gold medalists, Tim has worked with winners of the Maurice Richard Trophy, the Hart Memorial Trophy and the Stanley Cup.

Tim has a wealth of knowledge and experience, his contributions to BCL is not only with his on-ice player development, but also in guiding and developing the BCL coaching staff.

Prior to coaching, Tim enjoyed a successful hockey career which included five years in the WHL playing for the Seattle Thunderbirds and the Saskatoon Blades. He was selected in the third round of the NHL draft by the Buffalo Sabres and eventually finished his playing career within the Pittsburgh Penguins organization.



Tim has a passion for helping hockey players develop their skills in order to take their game to the next level.

Team and Development Coaches

Our Mission

At Sports Club, our mission is to provide a premier youth sports experience that fosters growth, integrity, and excellence. We believe that sports are a powerful vehicle for teaching life lessons, building character, and creating lifelong friendships.

Founded in 2010, we have grown from a small community program to a regional powerhouse, serving over 1,200 athletes across multiple disciplines. Our coaching staff consists of former collegiate and professional athletes who are passionate about passing on their knowledge to the next generation.

Why Choose Us?