Coaching Staff

Richard Santos – General Manager

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Brennan Feasey – Head Coach

Brennan Feasey played AAA hockey for the Elgin Middlesex Chiefs and the Lambton Jr. Sting. During his U16 year, he ranked third in the league for regular-season points and first in playoff points.

He was subsequently drafted in the sixth round by the Windsor Spitfires in the OHL, where he played for two seasons, also spending time with the Chatham Maroons at ages 16 and 17. At 18, he joined the Brampton Battalion before their relocation to North Bay. In his 19-year-old season, he played for the St. Catharines Falcons while attending Brock University. At 20, he returned to Chatham, leading the GOJHL in both goals and points.

He then embarked on a five-year career in OUA/USPORTS, serving as a captain for the last three seasons and leading his team in goals and points during his final year. Following this, he spent a season in the ECHL, playing for the New York Islanders’ farm team, the Worcester Railers, and the New Jersey Devils’ farm team, the Adirondack Thunder. He continued his career overseas in Belgium with HYC Herentals, then in Dubai with the Abu Dhabi Storm, where he again led his team in goals and points.

He concluded his professional career in England with the Bristol Pitbulls, leading the team in goals and points while also serving as a player-coach. Currently, he is playing Senior A hockey with the Alvinston Killer Bees in the OSHL.

I am thrilled to begin my coaching career with the Chatham Maroons, as this organization played a significant role in my junior career and formative years. These were among the most rewarding years of my life, and the friendships I formed during this time remain some of my closest today. I cannot express how optimistic and excited I am to return to the Maroons organization.

We have the best fans in the league, and I look forward to building upon the vibrant history of the team. I am equally eager to collaborate with the Szekesy family and the outstanding coaching and management team already in place.

 

Steven Szekesy – Assistant Coach

Steven has been immersed in hockey his entire life, beginning in Timbits and developing his game through the AAA Windsor Spitfires and Kingsville Kings before advancing to collegiate play. A proud alumnus of Adrian College, he spent 3 years with the Adrian Bulldogs where he helped capture a National Championship.

Prior to his collegiate career, Steven made his mark with the Chatham Maroons, serving as team captain for 2 years. In addition to his on-ice success, Steven also involved himself with on ice personal training, working with players during the summer to help them maximize their performance.

Now returning to the Maroons as Assistant Coach, Steven is excited to bring both his playing experience and his training expertise to the bench for the 2025-2026 season.

He looks forward to working with the players, engaging with Chatham Community, and helping build another memorable chapter in Chatham hockey history.

Steven extends his gratitude to the FANS at Memorial Arena for their loyal support and the passion they bring night after night!

 

Kaden Babcock – Assistant Coach

My hockey journey began at a young age, playing both inline hockey and Timbits hockey before continuing through minor hockey with the Lambton Jr. Sting AAA program. After completing my minor hockey career, I went on to play junior hockey with the Mooretown Flags Jr. C team as a 17-year-old. I later spent parts of three seasons with the Dresden Kings before finishing my playing career back in Mooretown.

Following my playing career, I began coaching with the Lambton Jr. Sting U15 AAA program, coaching the 2009 age group before returning the following season with the 2010 group. That team reached the Alliance Championship final, where we fell 4-3 to the London Jr. Knights AAA. Last season, I continued my coaching career as an assistant coach with the Lambton Jr. Sting U18 AAA team.

Alongside coaching, I worked as an Assistant Equipment Manager with the Sarnia Sting of the Ontario Hockey League during the 2024-25 season and also played senior hockey with the Petrolia Squires of the OEHL, recording six points in eight games last season.

Through my experiences as both a player and coach, I’ve learned that hockey is about much more than what happens on the ice. Supporting the mental health and overall well-being of young athletes is very important to me, and I believe in creating an environment where players feel supported and comfortable being themselves. My goal is to help young athletes grow not only as hockey players, but as people.

I’m extremely grateful for the opportunity to begin my junior hockey coaching career with the Chatham Maroons. The organization has a strong tradition of success and player development, and I’m excited to learn from an experienced coaching staff and contribute to the continued success of the program.

I’m looking forward to working with a talented group of young players, helping them reach their potential, and being part of the Chatham community. I’m very thankful for this opportunity and excited for what lies ahead.

 

Bino Pereira – Billet Coordinator / Director of Hockey Operations