ERC Ingolstadt Extends Coach Mark French’s Contract Through 2027

The DEL league leaders reward French's success and leadership with a two-year contract extension.

Mark French, head coach of ERC Ingolstadt, has signed a contract extension lasting until the end of the 2026/27 season.
French joined the team in 2022 and quickly elevated them to a second-place finish, a playoff final, and participation in the Champions Hockey League.
Under his leadership, the team is currently at the top of the Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL) standings this season.
French was named DEL Coach of the Year for the 2022/23 season and is praised for his detail-oriented coaching style and player development focus.
ERC Ingolstadt’s management emphasized their strong working relationship with French and their shared vision for sustained success.