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Men’s hockey: Alvarez describes newest coaching staff as ‘dream team’

New Wisconsin men’s hockey coach Tony Granato, alongside Athletic Director Barry Alvarez, made his first appearance if front of the microphone in a press conference at the Kohl Center Wednesday morning.

The press conference focused mostly on the future expectations for the historic hockey program and introducing the Badger faithful to their new leader.

Granato explained what he looked for in a coaching position and said a place like Wisconsin is the perfect fit because it is just like home.

“To generally get a coaching position, you start in the minors, you work in a small city somewhere and you ride buses and you’re never home to take care of the kids and be part of their lives,” Granato said.