Hockey Operations

Originally from Calgary, Alberta, Jeremy Blumes brings over 25 seasons of experience as a player, coach, scout, and executive across Junior A hockey, Midget AAA, and elite development programs.

Blumes currently serves as Head Coach and General Manager of the Ontario Jr. Reign (NCDC), while also overseeing the full development pathway as President of Hockey Operations for Ice Realm Hockey’s Elite Stream, which includes the Reign, San Diego Sabers, and St. John Bosco Prep.

Blumes has coached at multiple levels including the AJHL, SJHL, KIJHL, and U18 AAA, developing players who have advanced to Junior A, NCAA, USports, WHL, and professional hockey. He is known for building programs and creating structure-driven environments that demand accountability and produce results. After earning a U18 Alberta Provincial Championship and being named Hockey Calgary’s Coach of the Year, he took over the dormant Wheatland Kings program, recruiting an entire team from scratch and leading them on a deep playoff run. In the KIJHL, he orchestrated one of the most significant turnarounds in junior hockey history with the Golden Rockets, taking a 3-win team to the playoffs with 20 rookie recruits, many of whom advanced to Junior A or college programs.

Blumes was hired in mid-July to build the Ontario Jr. Reign expansion team, relocated immediately, and assembled a full roster in just six weeks before the season began in September. The group pushed into the playoffs on the final night of the regular season, establishing the standard for the program. Over the next four seasons, that standard has held— a combined record of 137-39-6, three consecutive finals appearances, two Pacific division championships, along with two National Championship tournament berths. In 2026, he was named Pacific Division Coach of the Year. During that time more than 40 players from the program have advanced to higher levels of junior, college and professional hockey. His teams are defined by their willingness to compete and their commitment to play within the team's structure. That level of sustained success has led to the program’s elevation to Tier 2 Junior A (NCDC), beginning with the 2026–27 season.

Off the ice, Blumes emphasizes development through meaningful community involvement. Reign players take an active role in local schools and community initiatives, building leadership skills and gaining real-world experience. This includes programs like Road Hockey Rulez! along with other outreach efforts across the area. These experiences strengthen the group and build the culture that defines the
OJR experience.

Jeremy lives in Southern California with his wife, Amanda McPherson, and their loyal golden
retriever, Bingo.

🔗 Track Record of Development

Phillips previously served as an assistant coach with the Jr. Ducks 18U AA team and currently holds the same role with the Lady Ducks 14U AAA program.

In addition to his youth coaching experience, Phillips has worked with the NHL’s Anaheim Ducks since the 2020–21 season as a gameday assistant, supporting game operations and logistics.

Phillips is also owner operator of the Athlete Advisory Group, a player-focused agency service dedicated to mentorship, video analysis, and position-specific training. A former junior and collegiate player himself, Phillips brings a modern coaching style built on skill development, structured systems, and clear, consistent communication.

Kevin Clark brings a wealth of playing experience and a deep understanding of the game to his role as a Skills Coach. A native of Ontario, Kevin played youth hockey with the Ontario Senators and Midget AAA with the California Stars, before playing in juniors with the Helena Bighorns and NAHL's Aberdeen Wings - ultimately winning a National Championship in Helena. He then went on to play college hockey at the University of Wisconsin-Superior. 

As a former defensive defenseman, Kevin focuses on smart decision making and helping young players understand the game. He's committed to developing confident, well rounded players who play with purpose. 

Originally from Kalamazoo, Michigan, Michael brings over three decades of experience as a hockey defenseman and nearly two decades as a dedicated coach. With 33 years on the ice and 18 years behind the bench, he has worked with players at every level from Mites to College instilling a strong foundation in defensive team play.

Michael specializes in building strong, intelligent defensive play, emphasizing a balanced approach that blends physicality, skill, and hockey IQ. His coaching goes beyond systems and drills, he’s committed to developing players who are not only better athletes but also more disciplined, resilient, and respectful individuals on and off the ice.

Reed's love for hockey began early, watching his uncle play and quickly becoming obsessed with the action on the ice. While he started as a skater, he soon realized the goalie was the true game changer and he wanted that challenge. He began competitive play at age 7 and grew through the ranks, winning a State Championship at the Pee Wee level and competing in major events like the Pacific Coast Regionals and the NAPHL Nationals. He was honored to be selected as the Pacific Region's top goalie and earned other recognitions along the way. He later played in the USPHL, WSHL, and briefly in the NAHL. 

Coaching became Reed's next chapter. Built on years of playing, refereeing, volunteering, and learning from great mentors. He is proud to help the next generation of goaltenders develop their skills, mindset, and love for the game. 

Chris is the Founder and Owner of Compete Sports Performance & Rehab and sets the standard for Compete’s performance training and sports medicine programs. He is a recognized board-certified Athletic Trainer (NATA) and Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA) that possesses a wealth of knowledge and experience in the world of performance training and sports rehabilitation. Chris is also an Integrative Corrective Exercise Specialist, Certified Power Plate Trainer, certified Sports Safety Specialist, a member of the Medical Fitness Network, and a preferred provider for US Figure Skating’s National Network of Sports Medicine.

With more than 20 years of experience in professional sports, Chris has served as the Athletic Trainer for the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim and the Washington Capitals in the National Hockey League, The Los Angeles Sol of the Women's Professional Soccer League, and has served as both the Head Athletic Trainer and Head Strength Coach for the Los Angeles Avengers of the Arena Football League. More recently, Chris has supervised the sports medicine and performance training programs for the Orange County Blues of the Men’s USL Pro League and Anaheim Bolts of the Professional Indoor Soccer League. Chris is also one of the Co-Founders for 90strong.com, a soccer performance training website where Chris frequently contributes his knowledge of sports medicine and strength & conditioning. He has written for High School Illustrated Magazine, Cali Rubber Magazine, OC Parenting, and Men’s Journal.

While working in the NHL, Chris’s proudest moment was being a member of the 2003 Stanley Cup Finalist, Mighty Ducks. He was also selected as the Head Athletic Trainer for the 2002 Men’s USA Hockey National Team that competed in Sweden. Throughout his career, Chris has worked with elite athletes including Alex Ovechkin, Teemu Selanne, Paul Kariya, JS Giguere, Joy Fawcett, Marta, Shannon Boxx, and Mariah Bell.

The 21-year-old Edmonton native entered his fourth year of coaching this season and currently serves as the Assistant Coach of the U16 AA team at South Side Athletic Club (SSAC). 

“I come to the rink every day to help develop these young athletes into elite hockey players both on and off the ice,” said Brett Kramers. “As a scout, I strive to provide athletes with an ambition of developing to higher levels including collegiate hockey. I look forward to helping introduce great hockey players who have proven themselves both on and off the ice.”

Head Coach Jeremy Blumes spoke highly of the new scout saying "Brett is an eager young coach that has demonstrated a dedication for helping young players get to the next level.  We are excited to see what Edmonton area players Brett helps to identify as prospects for our club next season."

Originally from Pennsylvania, Nick Mish previously served as a goalie coach with the Johnstown Tomahawks in the NAHL and is currently a goalie development lead with USA hockey in the mid-am district. 

Coach Mish currently serves as Founder of ETM Goaltending + Development, a goaltending school that began in Pennsylvania and has since expanded to cover parts of Ohio, and Indiana.  ETM serves as goalie coach for multiple AAA organizations including Esmark Stars and Culver Academy as well as many pro and college goaltenders. 

As a junior player, Mish was drafted by the Erie Otters being selected in the thirteenth round of the 1999 OHL Draft. He previously spent time with Golden Rockets (BC) winning rookie of the year, and the Kimberly Dynamiters jr A in the now-defunct rocky mountain junior hockey league.

“Quebec continues to produce high-level hockey talent, and I want to help create more opportunities for players to be seen and recognized,” said Charles. “I’m excited to continue learning, building relationships, and helping athletes reach the next level.”

Through his passion for scouting and player advancement, Charles aims to make a lasting impact within the hockey community while advocating for increased exposure and opportunities for Quebec athletes.

Dr. Koutures grew up in Irvine, CA, and attended Irvine High School before earning a B.S. in Kinesiology at UCLA. He went on to obtain his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and spent three additional years in Madison for his pediatric residency working in one of the first pediatric sports medicine programs in the United States. After returning to California in 1997, Dr. Koutures completed a one-year sports medicine fellowship with UC San Diego.

In 2008, Dr. Koutures fulfilled a lifetime dream by serving as the Medical Team Physician for USA Volleyball and Table Tennis in the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics. He is currently the team physician for the U.S. Men’s and Women’s National Volleyball Teams, Cal State Fullerton Intercollegiate Athletics, Chapman University Dance Department, and Orange Lutheran Athletics.

Dr. Koutures is currently a mentor for pediatric residents and medical and athletic training students and speaks at local, regional, and national conferences on sports medicine topics.

He recently completed a six-year elected term as a member of the Executive Committee for the American Academy of Pediatrics Council on Sports Medicine and Fitness. Dr. Koutures has also authored over 25 published articles and served as co-editor for the textbook Pediatric Sports Medicine: Essentials for Office Evaluation published by SLACK Incorporated in 2013. Still, a dedicated athlete, Dr. Koutures enjoys mountain biking, yoga with his wife, and coaching (and/or chasing after) their three children.