Medford Youth Hockey Coaches Terminated for Drinking

MEDFORD, MA - Two youth hockey coaches have been terminated for drinking alcohol in front of players after a game.

Medford High Athletic Director Bob Maloney said the coaches drank beer in front of the kids after an early-morning Sunday game March 20 at LoConte Rink.

The identity of the coaches has not yet been confirmed.

Patrick McCabe, president of the Medford Youth Hockey Board of Directors, told Wicked Local the coaches have the right to appeal through Massachusetts Hockey.

The team is made up of kids between the ages of 11 and 13.

Former Boston University star Jon Coleman and Derek Wood will take over the team.