Matt O'Dette

Head Coach Seattle Thunderbirds

[Matt O'Dette @MattODette]

It was always a pleasure dealing with Lew as an off-ice official. A staple in Seattle area hockey for many years. He will be missed.

[Seattle Thunderbirds @SeattleTbirds]

The Seattle Thunderbirds mourn the loss of former PA Announcer for the Breakers, WHL Off-Ice Official for the Thunderbirds, Kent Valley Amateur Hockey Association PR Specialist and participator in countless community programs, Lew Sellers.

Lew, we all love you, miss you and our hockey family will always remember you as an amazing WSU Cougar, Breaker and most of all, T-Bird!💙 💚

[Matt O'Dette @MattODette]

Going to miss those high fives on the glass on the way to the bench. Thanks for the support all of these years. Rest easy Bruce.

[Seattle Thunderbirds @SeattleTbirds]

The Thunderbirds mourn the loss of longtime Season Ticket Holder and friend, Bruce McDonald.

Bruce was a part of Seattle hockey for nearly 5 decades and will be missed by his many, many hockey friends and family at the accesso ShoWare Center.💙 💚

[Matt O'Dette @MattODette]

Congrats to all of the 2025 @SeattleTbirds draft picks. Welcome to the family! Shout out to our scouts for their hard work.

[American Hockey League @TheAHL]

Congratulations and thank you to the 32 team winners of the @IOAUSA/@amerspecins AHL Man of the Year awards, selected by their clubs for outstanding contributions to the local community and charitable organizations this season👏

Details: https://t.co/23EXsueIp6 | #AHLAwards

[Seattle Thunderbirds @SeattleTbirds]

To all those who have served, thank you for your service and for your sacrifice.

#veteransday 🇺🇸 💙💚

[Matt O'Dette @MattODette]

@OHLBattalion got a good one! Sad to see Matt go but happy for him to have the opportunity to coach his hometown team. @CertainlyMags37 was an integral part of our success in Seattle and a great mentor to our players. Wishing Mags all the best back home in the Bay.

[Matt O'Dette @MattODette]

@pvarney has left a lasting mark on the @SeattleTbirds organization and players under his care. He helped create a culture of winning and an environment of personal growth and development. Phil, you left the Jersey in a better place than you found it. Cheers to the next chapter!

[Seattle Thunderbirds @SeattleTbirds]

After 17 seasons as the Seattle Thunderbirds Athletic Trainer, Phil Varney is moving on to a new hockey opportunity. Thank you for your outstanding dedication to the Thunderbirds. We’ll miss you Philly! 💙💚

[Seattle Thunderbirds @SeattleTbirds]

NEWS: T-Birds name Taylor Makin as Assistant Coach!

Welcome to the Birds and welcome to the 'Sho Coach Makin!
🔗 https://t.co/nn9RzWWdKD

[Seattle Thunderbirds @SeattleTbirds]

We're looking to hire our next Assistant Coach this summer!

All the details ➡️ https://t.co/B0idqtyPb9

[Matt O'Dette @MattODette]

@corymarksmusic @shutterr_ Seattle big fella!

[Matt O'Dette @MattODette]

@TheRealAsham45 @terryryan20 Ash! Some good times man. Never a shortage of toughness on those teams back then. Hope all is well with you and the family!

[Matt O'Dette @MattODette]

@terryryan20 Hey T.R! I think it first started after the fisherman celly after a goal you scored lol. Classic! From there I think it was just team rivalries going at it. Never personal, just good, honest tussles!

[Matt O'Dette @MattODette]

@ThomBeuning Right back at you Thom!

[Matt O'Dette @MattODette]

@ErikIngraham @SeattleTbirds It was great talking hockey with Lucas! Great kid! Thanks for the chat and good luck this season!

[Matt O'Dette @MattODette]

Congrats to today’s @SeattleTbirds draft picks! Welcome to the family! Big thanks to our scouting staff for all of the hard work put in throughout the year.

[Matt O'Dette @MattODette]

Very sad news. Doc Blue was an incredible man and took great care of hockey players in Seattle for decades. We will miss him and his vast knowledge and wisdom around the rink. Deepest condolences to Doc Blue’s family and friends.

[Seattle Thunderbirds @SeattleTbirds]

It is with great sadness that we mourn the loss of long-time team doctor, Dr. Alfred Blue. Dr. Blue has been associated with Seattle hockey since the Totems in 1963.

Dr. Alfred Blue, it was a privilege being part of your tremendous career, you will be will dearly missed.

[Matt O'Dette @MattODette]

Devastating loss to the PNW hockey community. Andy loved the game of hockey and was an integral part of its growth here. I always looked forward to our post game chats during his time covering the T-Birds. Deepest condolences to Andy’s family and friends.

[Seattle Thunderbirds @SeattleTbirds]

An unimaginable loss to our community. Andy Eide was a force with growing our sport, he was dedicated to covering hockey and simply loved being around the game.

Andy, you made hockey better in the PNW. You will be missed.

[Matt O'Dette @MattODette]

https://t.co/OsHxOWRc8b @thisisbrettwill @emer6on

[Seattle Thunderbirds @SeattleTbirds]

Bring the Thunder
Make it Rain

See you Friday & Saturday
🎫 https://t.co/5KwC47d75a

#BestintheWest | #WHLPlayoffs

[Matt O'Dette @MattODette]

Thinking of Andy and his family. Awesome guy that has given so much to the hockey community in Seattle. Sending positive vibes for a speedy recovery.

[Sound Of Hockey @sound_hockey]

Hi everybody, we have some difficult news to share.

Just before Saturday’s #SeaKraken game at Climate Pledge Arena, our dear friend, @AndyEide collapsed.

Paramedics arrived in seconds and quickly began treating him for a stroke. (1/3)

[Seattle Thunderbirds @SeattleTbirds]

Milic, Korchinski, Schaefer and Allan we couldn’t be more proud of you and Team 🇨🇦

BRINGING HOME 🥇