# @bchlkings on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/Db4BpKhEhX-
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/69012499-bchlkings-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2026-08-10T21:54:10.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Powell River Kings (@BCHLKings) — https://gondola.cc/BCHLKings

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🚨 OFFICIAL: Kings welcome Matt Barberis to the coaching staff! 🚨

The Surrey product joins us as Assistant Coach for the 2026-27 season. A former WHL defenceman with the Vancouver Giants and Kelowna Rockets who later played at Carleton University and professionally in France, Matt brings energy, passion, and a strong ability to connect with players and staff.

“Super excited and grateful for this opportunity. I can’t wait to get to Powell River, meet everyone in the community, and help the Kings have a successful season. Looking forward to getting started!” – Matt Barberis

GM Tyler Kuntz: “Matthew brings great energy, passion for the game, and a high level of interpersonal intelligence to our staff. Brennan and our players are going to love working with him.”

Welcome to the Kings family, Coach Barberis! 👑

Full release on our website: www.powellriverkings.com/kings-hire-barberis-as-assistant-coach

Season tickets 👉 tickets.powellriverkings.com

#CrownTheKings #BCHL #NewEra

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