Lyndon Institute Director of Athletics and Activities Eric Berry has announced the hiring of Jeremy Roberge as their head boys’ hockey coach.

"We are happy to welcome Jeremy into the LI community," said Berry. "He was an accomplished goalie during his playing days at North Country Union High School, taking his team to the finals twice.  He also reflects the mission of LI's Core Values—respect for self, others, and Lyndon Institute and responsibility to become accomplished learners, creative thinkers, and compassionate community members," Berry added.

Roberge started as goaltender all four years as a student at North Country Union High School, was named All-State during both his junior and senior seasons, and was also twice invited to the Hockey Night in Boston Summer Showcase.  Roberge has been involved in coaching hockey and baseball at various levels over the past few years and is ready for the natural progression to varsity athletics.

Coach Roberge is excited about the upcoming season. "Hockey has always been a major part of my life," said Roberge, "and I look forward to taking the next step to continue to be involved in the sport.  My goal is for my players to become better athletes on the ice and better people off the ice as well.  I know what having a good coach did for me as a player and as a person.  I look forward to being a role model as the next head boys’ hockey coach at Lyndon Institute.

Coach Roberge went on to say, "I will stress TEAM culture. We win as a team, and we lose as a team. I want players to understand they each have a role and that doing just that makes the team as a whole better.  Players making good fundamental plays and having good habits win games. Hockey sense is by far the most important aspect of the game. 'How do you get that or improve on that?' Fundamentals, hard work, and playing as a team."

Roberge lives with his wife Emily and son Tucker in Newport, VT.