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JIM
McGROARTY
Previously with the Lancers organization from 2001-2006, McGroarty helped guide the Lancers to two USHL Anderson Cup championships in 2002 and 2005. McGroarty joined the Lincoln Stars organization as an assistant coach in the 2006-07 season. In addition to his assistant coaching, McGroarty has served as volunteer coach for prospect camps in the United States and Canada during the off-season. McGroarty began his playing career in the British Columbia Junior Hockey League for the Vernon Lakers. He moved on to the minor professional hockey ranks, playing for the Fresno Falcons (WCHL), Louisville Icehawks (ECHL), Asheville Smoke (UHL) and for two season in Kitzbuhel, Austria. McGroarty resides in Lincoln with his wife, Cindy, and their two children, Molly, 5 and Rutger, 3. NICK
FOUTS
“Fans
will remember Nick’s physical style of play that definitely
made other players aware of his presence on the ice. He led
by example with his attitude and competitiveness, and expected
the same intensity from his teammates. We’re looking forward
to Nick bringing that same excitement to our team this year,
and we’re pleased that he’s decided to start his
coaching career in Lincoln,” said Stars President Jim
Pflug.
NICK
FUHER
Originally from Grand Forks, ND, Fuher was a former Stars defenseman during the 1999-2000 and 2000-2001 seasons. He went on to play four years at the University of North Dakota after his USHL career in Lincoln. At the conclusion of his collegiate career, he was signed by the AHL’s Utah Grizzlies and played only three games before an eye injury ended his promising career. “Nick
was obviously a very good hockey player, both in Lincoln and
at North Dakota,” said Stars Head Coach Jimmy McGroarty.
“He’s gained a lot of experience playing for some
great coaches, which we’ll be able to benefit from as
he teaches our young defensemen. The feedback I’ve received
about Nick from other coaches around the country has been incredible,
and we’re excited to add him to our staff.”
COREY
COURTNEY, ATC
Corey has been nominated USHL trainer/equipment manager for three USA Top Prospect tournaments, five All-Star games, twice nominated as trainer for the Team USA Viking Cup team, two USA select teams, and has served as the trainer for the World Junior Team. With thirteen years of experience in the USHL, Corey works with the Stars, Lincoln Orthopaedic Center, P.C. and also serves as the trainer for the Lincoln Saltdogs. Corey lives in Lincoln with his wife Amy and their three children; Elizabeth, Nick, and Taylor.
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Jim
McGroarty became only the second head coach in the history of
the Lincoln Stars organization
on July 3, 2007. A native of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, he joins
the Stars after spending six seasons in the USHL as an assistant
coach with the Omaha Lancers and Lincoln Stars. 
From
Everett, Washington, Nick Fouts rejoins the Stars for his first
season as an assistant coach. Fouts played for the Lincoln Stars
from 1998-2001. He spent his collegiate hockey career at New
England College and then went on to play professionally for
several teams, including the Texas Wildcatters (ECHL), the Memphis
Riverkings (CHL), and the Knoxville Ice Bears (SPHL).
Nick
Fuher rejoins the Stars coaching staff as an assistant coach
for the 2007-08 season. 
From
Dubuque, Iowa, Corey graduated from St. Mary’s University
in conjunction with Winona State University of Winona, Minnesota
with a degree in Sports Medicine/Athletic Training where he
also played two years of college hockey.