Andrew Yagoda, Head Coach, Division III
After graduating from New Hampshire College in 1989, Andrew attended St. Thomas University School of Law earning his degree in 1996. Shortly after, he began his law career with Yagoga & Lehrman Law Firm in Coral Gables, FL where is still practices.
Andrew began his coaching career with NJ Devils Youth program in West Orange, NJ as a Head Coach, 1989 to 1991. Since moving to Florida, Andrew has mainly been involved as the Head Coach and Director of the Miami-Dade Scholastic Hockey Alliance, in Miami from 2011 to the present day. In 2023 Andrew became the Director of the Florida Panthers Scholastic Hockey League in Sunrise Florida.
Justin Grandinetti, Assistant Coach, Division III
A proud South Florida native, Justin Grandinetti’s hockey journey began on local rinks where he played youth hockey with passion and determination. He advanced through the junior ranks with the Palm Beach Hawks, the Kensington Vipers in the IJHL, and the Pittsburgh Jr. Penguins in the NA3HL. After his playing career, Justin transitioned into coaching, contributing his experience and leadership to the University of Miami hockey program. He is currently serving as an Assistant Coach at Florida Atlantic University, continuing to mentor and develop the next generation of players.
Mike Flaherty, Trainer
Mike had completed his USA Hockey 4 certification and is currently a firefighter/paramedic with an AS in EMS and has spent two seasons as the Medic/Trainer for the Palm Beach Hawks Junior Hockey program. Mike began coaching roller hockey 9 years ago and progressed to recreational ice hockey and finally youth travel hockey. Knowing the importance of physical fitness in high level, competitive hockey, Mike focused his efforts on coaching strength, speed, and conditioning; creating off ice workouts, dynamic game day warm ups, and intense full-day beach workout programs. Mike is excited to be part of FAU Hockey organization!
