GARY BIGGS
PRESIDENT OF HOCKEY OPERATIONS
GBIGGS@JOHNSTOWNTOMAHAWKS.COM
Gary Biggs was named Director of Player Personnel in October of 2024, then promoted to President of Hockey Operations in July 2025. A graduate of Youngstown State University in 2012, Biggs left the hockey program as the goaltender with the most wins, most shutouts, highest save percentage, and most games played in program history. A native of New Jersey, Biggs played his youth hockey for the Rockets Hockey Club and played Junior hockey for the New Jersey Titans.
After graduating in 2012, Biggs quickly climbed the scouting ranks as he got his start with the Kenai River Brown Bears of the NAHL. After two years with the Brown Bears, Biggs continued his upward trajectory as he landed with the Barrie Colts of the OHL as the lead American scout. While with the Barrie Colts, Biggs helped the program finish in second place for three consecutive seasons while increasing the Colts’ American Player pool. Biggs returned to New Jersey after the 2017 season when he assumed the role of Director of Scouting for the New Jersey Titans NAHL, where he spent the last 8 seasons. In his time with New Jersey, Biggs helped construct the 2022 New Jersey Titans Robertson Cup Championship team. Under Biggs’ guidance, the scouting department identified the East Division’s best 72 NCAA Division 1 Commitments in 8 years.
Gary resides in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, with his wife Samantha, son Tanner, and daughter Ella.
ADAM HOULI
HEAD COACH
AHOULI@JOHNSTOWNTOMAHAWKS.COM
Adam Houli was named Head Coach of the Johnstown Tomahawks in July 2025. A graduate of Trinity College in 2011 with a degree in Public Policy and Law, Houli has built a strong reputation as one of the top developmental minds in junior hockey. A native of New Jersey, he played his youth and junior hockey in the Garden State before transitioning into coaching and management.
Houli founded the New Jersey 87s in 2016 and served as the team’s Head Coach, General Manager, and Owner. Under his leadership, the 87s quickly became one of the premier programs in the Eastern Hockey League (EHL), capturing five championships since 2018, including two EHL titles. Houli’s organization has advanced over 100 players to the NCAA and higher levels of hockey, earning him widespread respect for his commitment to player development.
From 2016 to 2019, Houli also served as an Assistant Coach and Scout for the New Jersey Titans of the NAHL. In 2022, he was named an Assistant Coach for Team USA at the Maccabi Games in Israel, where the team won a gold medal.
Known for his relentless work ethic and deep understanding of the game, Houli brings a high-tempo, detail-oriented, and highly competitive style to the Tomahawks bench, aligning with the blue-collar identity of Johnstown. His goal is to build a championship-caliber team that reflects the pride and passion of the local community.
Adam currently resides in New Jersey with his wife Rachel, his sons Jake and Hudson, and daughter Dakota.
ALEC FREYBERGER
ASSISTANT COACH
AFREYBERGER@JOHNSTOWNTOMAHAWKS.COM
Alec Freyberger was named Assistant Coach of the Johnstown Tomahawks in June 2024. Alec began his coaching career after an impressive four-year stint with the Skipjacks Hockey Club. A native of Virginia, Freyberger anticipated returning to York, where he has spent the past three years as an associate head coach. He leveraged his extensive experience as an elite hockey player during this time. While with the Skipjacks, Alec observed the organization’s significant impact, helping many players achieve notable milestones in their hockey careers, including placements in NCAA Division I and III programs, as well as the USHL and NAHL.
Freyberger’s coaching philosophy centers on building self-confidence through structured repetition and fostering daily habits and routines. Alec’s approach goes beyond the rink, focusing on the comprehensive development of individuals as athletes, students, and people. His commitment to excellence is evident in his dedication to helping players thrive both on and off the ice, ensuring they develop into well-rounded individuals prepared for success in all areas of life.
NICK MISH
ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF GOALTENDING DEVELOPMENT
NMISH@JOHNSTOWNTOMAHAWKS.COM
Nick Mish was promoted to Assistant General Manager and Director of Goaltending Development of the Johnstown Tomahawks in July 2025 after spending six seasons with the organization.
Since joining the Tomahawks, Mish has been instrumental in the success of the team’s goaltending department. Under his guidance, Tomahawks goaltenders have consistently ranked among the best in the league, including a season where they allowed the fewest goals in the East Division. His coaching played a key role in the development of Alex Tracy, named East Division Goaltender of the Year, and David Tomeo, who earned an NCAA Division I commitment to Sacred Heart University.
A Johnstown native, Mish led Bishop McCort to a Penguins Cup title in 1997 as a freshman goaltender. He went on to play junior hockey in British Columbia and was selected in the Ontario Hockey League draft by the Erie Otters.
Outside of his work with the Tomahawks, Mish is the owner and founder of ETM Goaltending Development, training goaltenders across the Pittsburgh region and the Mid-American District. He is also involved in coaching youth and prep hockey programs.
Nick resides in Brownstown with his wife, Sara, and their two children, Easton and Layla.
CAMERON LAKE
EQUIPMENT MANAGER
CLAKE@JOHNSTOWNTOMAHAWKS.COM
Scouting Staff
Mid-West: Alec Thieda
Northeast: Mike Haggerty
Northeast: Mike Tenney
Mid Atlantic/Mid Am: Geoff Beauparlant
Northeast/Canada: Chris Chimenti
Canada: David Bush
Wisconsin: Paul Caufield
Off-Ice Support Staff
KATHY WEST
BILLET COORDINATOR
BILLETCOORD@JOHNSTOWNTOMAHAWKS.COM
ALEX POZUN
TEAM DOCTOR
DAVE MARKER
MASSAGE REHABILITATION AND THERAPY
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