Former Pittsburgh Penguins forward Matt Cooke has been named head coach and general manager of the BCHL’s Vernon Vipers.
The club, which is based in Vernon, British Columbia, announced Cooke’s hiring on Friday with a photo of him wearing his 2009 Stanley Cup ring from his championship with the Penguins.
BREAKING!!! - The Vernon Vipers are pleased to announce Matt Cooke as the next Head Coach and GM of the franchise!
Follow the link for comments from Matt Cooke and owner Tom Glenhttps://t.co/AS0IE8bgPl pic.twitter.com/UzpG1wuyIM— Vernon Vipers (@VernonVipers) July 19, 2025Cooke will “take over immediately” ahead of the 2025-26 BCHL season, according to the team.