About Jessica: Campbell, who is the first full-time female assistant coach in NHL history to work behind the bench, enters her second year with the Kraken. She previously worked as an assistant coach for two seasons for the Kraken’s AHL affiliate in Coachella Valley. Under Campbell’s tutelage, the Firebirds led the AHL with 252 goals in 2023-24 and reached the Calder Cup Finals in consecutive seasons. Prior to her tenure with Coachella Valley, Campbell worked as an assistant coach and skills coach for the Nürnberg Ice Tigers of the DEL, the top men’s professional league in Germany, during the 2021-22 season. On an international level, Campbell served as an assistant coach for Team Germany at the 2022 IIHF World Championship.
Fun Facts: Nicknamed “Soupy,” Campbell played four seasons (2010-11 to 2013-14) of collegiate hockey at Cornell University, captaining the team her senior year, before making her professional debut for the Calgary Inferno (CWHL). Represented Canada in international competition in several tournaments, including the IIHF U18 World Junior Championships in 2009 and 2010 and the IIHF World Championship in 2015.
