The People

Elite Coaching Staff Focused on Individual Player Development

Hockey is a highly-skilled sport that requires a high level of dedication, perseverance, and enthusiasm to grow and develop.  Each player’s hockey journey is a unique path toward a goal.  To make a significant improvement takes a lot of time, practice, and a strong motivation to succeed.

Our coaching philosophy starts with accurate skill demonstration with clear and concise explanations.  With a patient teaching style, we focus on skating skills and development, progress on systems for the in-game experience, skill development (and more importantly) teamwork on and off the ice.

Originally from Texas, Jordan played junior hockey in the NAHL prior to transitioning into full time coaching. He spent 7 years building the Dallas Stars Elite program as the Tier I Skills Coach and Head Coach prior to relocating to Nashville to take over as the Tier I & II Hockey Director and Head Coach for the Nashville Jr. Predators organization. In 2019, Jordan started his own elite training and development company, Jordan French Hockey, providing professional skills coaching for current NHL, college, major junior, and youth hockey players. With 7 players drafted in the NHL, over 20 NCAA Division I players, and multiple Tier I & II National qualifying teams, it is no wonder that Jordan has become one of the most sought-after skill and development coaches nationally as well as locally. The 2025/2026 season will be Jordan’s fifth season as Hockey Director for the Music City Marauders.

Matt Eddinger

Head Coach

A native of New Hampshire, Matt Eddinger has been involved with youth hockey in Nashville since moving to the city and playing Bantam AA in 1999. Since finishing playing ACHA hockey for MTSU, he has coached 11 seasons from the mite level to HS to Junior at all levels from A to AAA. He holds USA Hockey level 4 certification and was the assistant coach for a USA Hockey PW AA National Champion in 2012. His skill set is geared towards communication and work ethic, and he’s consistently run successful teams that outperform initial season expectations.  For the 2025/2026 season, Matt will be returning for his fourth season as a Head Coach for the Music City Marauders.

Jake Stronach

Head Coach

Jake Stronach has been around hockey his whole life being from the Toronto area. He grew up playing high level travel hockey in Toronto and captained top teams that made both the Ontario finals and International Silverstick finals. Jake coached a 10U team for two seasons in the Toronto area, and has officiated hockey for 13 years, including junior, college club games, and the Nashville Predators prospect game. He is also involved in hockey during his work life by overseeing operations and events with Verbero Hockey. The 2025/2026 season will be Jake’s third season as a Head Coach for the Music City Marauders.

Tyler Hamilton

Head Coach

Tyler Hamilton brings with him a wealth of playing experience and an enduring enthusiasm for the game. With roots tracing back to Dallas, Texas, Tyler’s journey in hockey began with the prestigious Dallas Stars Elite program, where he honed his skills and developed a profound love for the game. His talent and dedication soon caught the attention of scouts, leading to his signing with the Texas Alliance before making waves with the Iowa Wild in Des Moines, Iowa. Transitioning to elite high school hockey, Tyler continued to excel, representing Lake Forest Academy in Lake Forest, Illinois. Tyler’s commitment to the sport remained steadfast as he pursued his collegiate education, donning the jersey of the Texas Christian University (TCU) Club Hockey Team. Tyler brings with him playing experience, coupled with a profound understanding of the game’s intricacies. The 2025/2026 season will be Tyler’s second season with the Music City Marauders and first season as a Head Coach.

Roddy Peterson

Assistant Coach

Roddy Peterson was raised in Minnetonka, Minnesota and played in the Minnetonka youth organization competing against high-level youth and high school teams. He began as a goaltender at a very young age and trained with elite level coaches throughout his youth career including Rob Stauber. Roddy played high school hockey with Minnetonka for three years and won the Minnesota U18 AA state championship his senior year with JGA Minnetonka Warriors. He played goaltender for the University of Oregon ACHA team for 4 years, and assisted the program in making the jump from D2 to D1. While playing with the Ducks, he won a Pac12 Championship. Roddy assisted with Oregon Hockey Youth Development Camps, specifically working with youth goaltenders. The 2025/2026 season will be his second season with the Music City Marauders.

– PRESIDENT –

Isaac Thompson

– REGISTRAR –

Leigh Shoup

– TREASURER –

Johnny Kim

– BOARD MEMBER –

Amy Hart

Contact: board@musiccitymarauders.com