From growing up on a backyard rink in Edmonton to playing professionally and eventually returning to Binghamton behind the Black Bears bench, Associate Coach John Quenneville sits down for his first Power Play Post Show appearance to share his hockey journey.

We're going back to Season 15 of the Power Play Post Show for a special re-release featuring the first appearance of Binghamton Black Bears Associate Coach John Quenneville — Coach Q!

When John Quenneville joined the Black Bears coaching staff, fans already knew they were getting someone with an incredible hockey background and a wealth of experience from his playing career. But on February 11, we finally had the opportunity to sit down with Coach Q and really get to know the person behind the bench.

From growing up in Edmonton, Alberta, where hockey was a way of life, to beginning his own hockey journey at just four years old alongside his brothers, Coach Q takes us through the early years that helped shape his love for the game. He talks about the backyard rink built and maintained by his father and grandfather, the hockey family he grew up in, and the dream that eventually took him all the way to professional hockey.

But this conversation goes far beyond just his playing career. Coach Q shares stories from his journey through professional hockey, including his time in the New Jersey Devils organization, being traded on draft day to the Chicago organization, and eventually playing two seasons right here in Binghamton. He reflects on discovering just how passionate Binghamton is about hockey and why his experience in the city made a lasting impression long before he returned as a member of the Black Bears coaching staff.

We also dive into his transition from player to coach and what he brings to the Binghamton Black Bears alongside Head Coach Brant Sherwood. Coach Q talks about the team's approach, preparing for opponents, the importance of continuing to improve throughout the regular season, and why earning home ice and putting the team in the best possible position for the playoffs mattered so much down the stretch.

This was a fantastic first conversation with Coach Q and a chance for Black Bears fans to hear his story in his own words. With his professional playing experience, his history in Binghamton, and his passion for helping the Black Bears continue building a championship-caliber culture, this interview gave us an early look at the man who had quickly become an important part of the coaching staff.

🎙️ Originally recorded February 11, 2026

🏒 Power Play Post Show

🎤 Hosted by Bob Howard

If you're a Binghamton Black Bears fan, this is a conversation you won't want to miss — or if you heard it the first time around, it's definitely worth another listen!

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