Jessica Campbell
Definition
Jessica Campbell is a Canadian professional ice hockey coach and former player, best known as the first woman to serve as a full-time assistant coach in the National Hockey League (NHL), hired by the Seattle Kraken in 2024.
A trailblazing figure in women's hockey, having played at Cornell University and professionally in leagues like the NWHL before transitioning to coaching.
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Jessica Campbell's appointment behind the Kraken bench turned the NHL's glass ceiling into a puck that got fired right through it.
With Jessica Campbell coaching, opponents aren't just facing skilled players—they're up against history on skates.
Jessica Campbell went from scoring goals to calling the plays, proving the only penalty she fears is settling for second place.
Seattle fans whisper that Jessica Campbell might be the secret sauce turning the Kraken from sea monsters into Cup contenders.