07/31/2026
Southern Rangers Announce Caleb Kean as Head Coach for the Upcoming Season
The U15 AAA Southern Rangers are proud to announce the appointment of Caleb Kean as the new head coach for the upcoming season. Hailing from Sussex, New Brunswick, Caleb boasts an impressive playing career in Southern New Brunswick that uniquely positions him to lead the Rangers.
Caleb began his high performance journey in hockey with the KV Kings U15 AAA, where he spent two impactful seasons. His tenure culminated in a Provincial Championship in 2016, where he led the team in scoring with an astonishing 87 points in just 31 games, including 46 goals. This early success highlighted his potential and set the stage for a remarkable career.
Following his time with the Kings, Caleb joined the Saint John Vito’s U18 AAA team, where he spent three successful seasons. As captain for two of those seasons, he showcased his leadership skills and consistently delivered outstanding performance. His accolades in the NBPEI U18 AAA league are a testament to his dedication and skill: a two-time First Team All-Star, two-time league scoring champion, and two-time Most Sportsmanlike Player. Notably, he holds the record for the most points in league history, accumulating 170 points in just 99 games.
Caleb’s talent did not go unnoticed, as he was drafted by the Quebec Remparts in the QMJHL and the former Dieppe Commandos of the MHL in 2017. After his final year with the Vito’s, he chose to retain his NCAA eligibility, continuing his offensive production in the CCHL, where he played for both the Carleton Place Canadiens and Brockville Braves, averaging over a point-per-game over three seasons.
Upon returning home, Caleb began his coaching career as an assistant coach with the U14 AAA Port City Sharks last season. His transition from player to coach has been marked by a strong commitment to fostering player development and a passion for the game.
“Caleb is the definition of a true leader and boasted one of the highest hockey IQ’s I’ve ever witness,” said Director of Development, Alex Carter. “I had the privilege of coaching Caleb for three seasons, and look forward to watching his continued transition into
