Casey Jones, head coach of Cornell Men's Ice Hockey, will be an assistant coach for the U.S. Collegiate Selects at the 2026 Spengler Cup in Switzerland. He joins head coach Mike Souza and fellow assistant Scott Sandelin to form a highly accomplished coaching team. Jones expressed excitement about representing collegiate hockey at this prestigious tournament, which has deep traditions. The U.S. squad will begin its tournament against Fr枚lunda HC on December 26, 2026.

By the Numbers
  • Jones achieved 22 wins as head coach in his first season, the most in Cornell history for a first-year coach.
  • The U.S. Collegiate Selects reached the Spengler Cup championship game in their debut last year.
State of Play
  • The Selects will open against reigning Champions Hockey League winner Fr枚lunda HC.
  • The coaching staff is composed of experienced leaders, including Scott Sandelin with three national championships.
What's Next

The full roster of the U.S. Collegiate Selects, featuring 25 student-athletes from NCAA Division I conferences, will be announced in the upcoming months. The team's performance could set the stage for future opportunities in international collegiate hockey.

Bottom Line

Jones' appointment highlights the growing recognition of collegiate coaches on international platforms, indicating a promising future for college hockey representation at the Spengler Cup and beyond.