Moving Up to the Dub

The Missouri Mavericks are now posting a Help Wanted sign, as they saw Richard Matvichuk move on from the head coaching job to go coach the Prince George Cougars of the WHL. The move comes after just two seasons, with the last one being record-breaking regular season that ultimately fizzled in the Conference semi-finals to Allen, the team Matvichuk led prior to coming to Missouri.

Matvichuk was behind the bench for the Mavericks' regular season to remember this past season. He leaves for a Prince George team that is looking for their first playoff series win since the 2006-07 season. The Cougars also posted their highest season point total this season (77) since the 2001-02 season. Expectations are higher now, and simply making the playoffs won't be acceptable now that there is talent coming and staying for a longer time.

As for the Mavericks, they're now having to find a new head coach, which given their recent success, should attract some proven names.