Jim Henkel, Recruiting Coach

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

[email protected]

(312) 579-2538

I played professionally for 8 years in the AHL/ECHL after graduating RPI in 2002. I started playing hockey in my native state of NJ at the age of 6. I had the opportunity to play for coaches that have reached the highest level of college and professional ranks. I grew up playing for Christian Brothers Academy (CBA) and won the NJ State Championship 3 straight years. Looking to pursuit hockey further, I left home and played for the Springfield Jr. Pics in the Eastern Jr Hockey League. I was fortunate to play there for 2 years, winning the league championship both years. From there, I would head to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) and earn my degree in Business Management. As a rookie, we won the Kelly Cup Championship in the ECHL with the Atlantic City Boardwalk Bullies. Prior to joining the CT Jr Rangers, I spent 2 years at Connecticut College (NESCAC) as an Assistant Coach. I have been with the Rangers since 2014, coaching at the 16, 18 and Jr levels. I have my USA Hockey Level IV coaching card and a Level IV USA Hockey Officials Certification.

I reside in Branford, CT with my wife Fallon and two daughters, Julianne and Audrey.