Coaches
Maddy Nolan, Head ACHA WD1 Hockey Coach
Maddy Nolan returns to Adrian College to head coach the Women's ACHA Division 1 hockey program in the 2026-2027 season after being away for two years. She previously head coached the Women's ACHA Division 2 hockey program from 2022-2024 where she was at the helm of the team for three seasons and was the second Head Coach for the team.
Nolan returns to Adrian after a successful playing and coaching career within the program. A former ACHA Women's Division I student-athlete, she earned her bachelor's degree in exercise science while also gaining coaching experience as a volunteer assistant with the ACHA Women's Division II team and as an assistant with the ACHA Men's Division II program.
Having graduated in 2021 from Adrian College, with her Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, she has since received certifications in Personal Training and Sports Nutrition. During her time at Adrian, Nolan spent two seasons as a defenseman for the ACHA Division 1 team where she totaled 25 points in 53 appearances and was named an All-American in 2020. Previous to Adrian College she attended Becker College in Worcester, Massachusetts where she made 52 career appearances for the Hawks’ NCAA Division III hockey team and was a regular on the college’s Dean’s List.
Following graduation, Nolan was named head coach of the ACHA Women's Division II team, where she compiled a 32-21 record over two seasons. During her tenure, the Bulldogs were twice named CCWHA Playoff Runner-Up, made two National Tournament appearances, and Nolan earned ACHA Women's Division II National Coach of the Year honors.
In addition to her time behind the bench, Nolan served as the CCWHA Division II Commissioner for two seasons. After leaving Adrian, she remained active in the sport as a Regional Manager for Perfect Hockey Utah and as the owner of Say No More Hockey Company LLC.
Nolan will begin her duties with the ACHA Women's Division I program immediately, focusing on recruiting and preparing the Bulldogs for the 2026-27 season.
Allison Shaw, Assistant Women's ACHA D1 Hockey Coach
Allison Shaw joins the Adrian College ACHA Women's D1 hockey staff as an assistant coach in July of 2026. Shaw returns to the Bulldogs after graduating from Adrian College in 2025.
During her time at Adrian, Shaw was named a captain as she helped guide the Bulldogs to the program's first National Championship in 2024. Shaw played a vital role in the Women's ACHA Division 1 team that delivered three straight CCWHA titles from 2022 to 2024. Shaw finished her junior season leading the nation in scoring by a defenseman, earning CCWHA All-Conference and ACHA All-American First Team honors, while also being named a finalist for the Zoe Harris ACHA Women's Division 1 Player of the Year award.
Upon graduating from Adrian College with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, Shaw went to Liberty University to earn her master's degree in criminal justice & crisis counseling.
Shaw has gained significant coaching experience over the last five years, mentoring youth hockey players as an assistant coach for multiple programs in Ontario.
Triston Jensen, Head ACHA WD2 Hockey Coach
In September 2026, Jensen was named Head Coach of the Adrian College ACHA Women's Division 2 hockey program, marking his transition into collegiate head coaching after several seasons leading junior hockey organizations. A native of White Lake, Michigan, Jensen has built his career around coaching, organizational leadership, player development, and helping student-athletes advance through competitive levels of the sport.
Before joining Adrian College, Jensen served as Owner, Head Coach and General Manager of the Battle Creek Kernels in the United States Premier Hockey League (USPHL) Premier Division from 2022 through 2026. During his four-season tenure, Jensen oversaw the team's hockey operations, combining responsibilities behind the bench with organizational management. Prior to his time in Battle Creek, Jensen served as Head Coach and General Manager of the Rum River Mallards of the USPHL Premier Division from 2019 through 2022. Jensen's coaching background is complemented by his experience as a goaltender. He began his junior hockey career with the Minnesota Owls of the Minnesota Junior Hockey League before continuing his playing career at the collegiate level with Saginaw Valley State University.
Through his experience as a player, coach, general manager, and mentor, Jensen brings a broad perspective to hockey program development. His philosophy combines on-ice coaching with organizational leadership and athlete mentorship, providing a foundation for his work developing collegiate hockey players.
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