2026 Red Deer Chiefs A Team Head Coaches

We are excited to announce the 2026 Red Deer Chiefs A Team Head Coaches!

This experienced and passionate coaching group will lead our athletes through another exciting season of development, competition and Chiefs pride.

U13A - Head Coach: Scott Parkins

Scott Parkins will lead our U13A Chiefs for the 2026 season.

Coaching Experience:

• RDMH (2013-Present): Head Coach, U18B

• RDLA (2022-2025): Assistant Coach, U13A

Scott brings years of experience developing young athletes and is committed to building strong fundamentals, confidence and teamwork.

U15A - Head Coach: Bryan Poll

Bryan Poll has been named U15A Head Coach for the 2026 season.

Coaching Experience:

• SLLA: U13B Head Coach

• RDLA: U13A Assistant Coach

• RDLA: U15A Assistant Coach

• SLMHA: U15 Tier 1 Head Coach

Bryan’s diverse coaching background brings a strong mix of leadership, player development and competitive experience to the U15A program.

U17A - Head Coach: Darren Kinnear

Darren Kinnear returns as U17A Head Coach, leading the Chiefs as they defend their league and provincial titles.

Coaching Experience:

• U17A Head Coach - 2025

• U15A Head Coach - 2024

• U15A Assistant Coach - 2023

Playing Experience:

• 32 years playing lacrosse

• Current Senior B player with the Edmonton Miners

• Former NLL player

• Senior A experience in Burnaby

Darren’s elite playing and coaching background continues to set a high standard for excellence within the Chiefs program.

Looking Ahead to 2026

RDLA is confident this coaching team will continue the strong tradition and success of the Red Deer Chiefs 'A' Program.

We look forward to a season focused on:

• Player development

• High-level competition

• Team culture and Chiefs pride

Here’s to another great year of lacrosse — Go Chiefs!