UNH's Steve Metcalf Named Next Commissioner of Hockey East

WAKEFIELD, Mass. – University of New Hampshire Deputy Director of Athletics Steve Metcalf has been named the fifth commissioner of the Hockey East Association. Metcalf will replace Joe Bertagna at the end of the 2019-20 season.

Metcalf has served the athletic department for 20 years and the last 10 as Deputy Director of Athletics. He has been a member of the NCAA Division I Men's Ice Hockey Committee since 2015 and is currently in his second year as the chair.

"Steve Metcalf is one of the most conscientious, hard-working, and committed professionals I have ever been associated with," said Director of Athletics Marty Scarano. "UNH has benefited greatly over the years he has been a part of our leadership team and we will miss him. We are so pleased that he will become the next Hockey East Commissioner, for we know he will do a fabulous job of leading our prestigious group of institutions. While Steve's fingerprints are all over UNH, he now has a great opportunity to apply that same skill set to lead Hockey East."

In the deputy role, Metcalf oversaw all internal operations within the UNH athletic department and assisted with daily administration of all 20 of the Wildcats' intercollegiate programs. Metcalf also spent a significant amount of time working on various capital projects totaling over $50 million, including construction of Wildcat Stadium. He also oversaw event management and all UNH-hosted conference and NCAA championships. Under his leadership, UNH served as the host for three NCAA Women's Frozen Fours and eight NCAA men's ice hockey regional championships.

"My time at UNH has been rewarding on so many levels and I want to recognize Marty for his mentorship and friendship during my time here," said Metcalf. "I'm going to miss UNH and especially all the people I've had the pleasure to work with as there has been so many great staff, coaches and student-athletes. Celebrating all the successes we've had has been one of the most gratifying parts of this job."

At the conference and national level, Metcalf has served as chair for five significant committees, including those for NCAA Division I men's ice hockey, women's ice hockey and national collegiate skiing.

Metcalf was born in England and holds both a Bachelor's and Master's degree from UNH. He and his wife Diane, who is the deputy athletic director and senior woman administrator at Merrimack College, have two daughters, Lauren and Sienna.

What they are saying about Steve Metcalf:

"Steve has been preparing for an opportunity like this for a very long time. I know he will advocate for the growth of our league and its student-athletes with the same enthusiasm and professionalism that he has approached with his job here at UNH. I've enjoyed working with him and look forward to seeing him take the reins and lead Hockey East." - Mike Souza, UNH Head Men's Ice Hockey Coach

"I am thrilled for Steve and for Hockey East. Steve has great appreciation and passion for the conference and for the sport. His experience at UNH, with the league and on NCAA committees, has prepared him for this opportunity. Joe Bertagna has led our league to amazing success and I am excited to see continued success as Steve leads us into the future." - Hilary Witt, UNH Head Women's Ice Hockey Coach

"I would like to express my sincere congratulations to Steve in his new position as Hockey East commissioner. I have worked with Steve during his tenure here at UNH and he always worked tirelessly to support and enhance all of UNH Athletics. From his involvement with Capital Projects to his sideline cheering he has positively impacted so many coaches and athletes. I personally will miss the mentoring and leadership he has provided me over the past 20 years." – Robin Balducci, UNH Head Field Hockey Coach

"Steve will be very missed here at UNH, but during his growth here he has developed a lot of important relationships that will make the transition to his new position very seamless. He has a great way of multitasking projects and ideas, while also managing relationships across many layers. I am convinced that Hockey East has hired an important resource and conduit that can help drive the league to new levels of success." - Marc Hubbard, UNH Head Men's Soccer Coach

"Steve was an avid skier, but as the administrator in charge of our program, he took it upon himself to learn the sport of ski racing. He researched and asked what the team needed to become one of the best teams in the country. During his tenure he oversaw two NCAA Championships and became Chair of the NCAA Ski Committee. He was always interested in our performance but also how our student-athletes performed in the classroom and as representatives of the University during our travels around the country." - Cory Schwartz, UNH Ski Coordinator / Head Nordic Coach

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