U16 BB 1, 2023-2024, Rep (Markham Waxers)

Ryan Lawrie

Ryan (aka coach Ryno) has served as a volunteer coach for the Markham Waxers organization for over ten years having coached levels ranging from house league, select, BB and A. 

As a player, Ryan started his minor hockey career playing “A” for Bradford Minor Hockey and “AAA” for York Simcoe Express. 

In 2023, Ryan also joined the Waxers organization as a convenor, a position he currently holds as well as VP of Junior Rep for ages U8MD through U13AA.

Coach Ryno has led his teams to immense and sustained success boasting numerous championship tournament titles, back-to-back YSMHL championships (including a perfect 39-0 season), YSMHL finalists on multiple occasions and many more accolades. 

He is known for having a passion for the game and creating a fun, fair, and disciplined environment where players can develop both on and off the ice and emphasizes his “Family, School, Hockey” philosophy: contributing to the community, prioritizing family and academics, while balancing athletics to achieve personal and team success.

His involvement in the many aspects of the game gives him unique perspectives to help others gain a more enriched experience.  ×