Wilson Relieved of Coaching Duties

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Ron Wilson Gone
Published 5/12/2008 by Paul at KK Hockey
From the San Jose Sharks , San Jose Sharks Executive Vice President and General Manager Doug Wilson announced today that the team has relieved Head Coach Ron Wilson of his coaching duties. The Sharks general manager also announced that team will begin a search for a new head coach immediately. “Ron helped foster a new era in San Jose Sharks hockey with some record-setting regular season performances,” said Doug Wilson.“However, ultimately we have decided that it is time for a different voice and a different approach to lead this team. We are proud of what we’ve accomplished as an organization but we feel that this team is capable of achieving greater ...

San Jose Sharks head coach Ron Wilson fired after four and a half seasons behind the bench, general manager Doug Wilson remaining in San Jose
Published 5/12/2008 by PJ Swenson (noreply@blogger.com) at Sharkspage
... or a Stanley Cup Final every season, and the last 3 years they have fallen short. In that regard, the Sharks will look for a different approach. A head coach that can best take advantage of the size, speed, and chemistry contained on one of the most talented lineups in the NHL. A head coach who can maintain the up-tempo, entertaining style of play, and one who can translate that style into an intense playoff environment. That coach... Barry Melrose. [Update] Wilson Relieved of Head Coaching Duties - SJsharks.com. ...

Ron Wilson Fired As Sharks Head Coach
Published 5/13/2008 by Mr. Plank (noreply@blogger.com) at We Bleed Teal
Yup, you heard me correctly. This comes as no surprise (to your boisterous humble narrarator), as the ultimate goal of winning a Stanley Cup (or even making an appearance for that matter) was not achieved. It seems as if Wilson's voice was falling on deaf ears in the locker room, and although he posted an excellent record in his tenure with the Sharks, it was time for a change as we touched upon earlier. I wish Ron Wilson well in his future endeavors, and would be shocked if he is not behind the bench for another squad in ...