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.
*Updated as of July 7, 2026*
