Vipers Coaches
MEET OUR COACHES
Our coaching staff is the foundation of the West Virginia Vipers program. They bring a wealth of hockey knowledge, experience, and a genuine passion for developing players both on and off the ice. More than just coaches, they are mentors—committed to building character, instilling confidence, and fostering a team-first mentality. With a focus on skill development, accountability, and respect for the game, our coaches create an environment where players can grow, compete, and reach their full potential.
HIGH SCHOOL
RICK LANDRY
HEAD COACH
Experienced ice hockey coach with over a decade of involvement in the game since 2010. A USA Hockey Level 4 certified coach, with experience developing both players and goaltenders. Has coached Hagerstown travel teams at the 16U and 18U levels, as well as the Vipers high school and middle school programs, including being part of the coaching staff that advanced to Nationals in 2019. Now returning to the Vipers program. Active as a goaltender in a men’s league, bringing current, on-ice perspective to coaching and player development.
JIM FAGAN
ASSISTANT COACH
NATE SNYDER
ASSISTANT COACH
TREVOR KOCHEL
ASSISTANT COACH
MIDDLE SCHOOL
DEVIN SHANNON
HEAD COACH
KEVIN RUTOWSKI
ASSISTANT COACH
Kevin was born and raised in Michigan, where he played his entire youth hockey career in the highly competitive Detroit hockey community.
Following his youth career, Kevin advanced to play multiple seasons of junior hockey in both Canada and the United States. He reached the pinnacle of his playing career with appearances at the professional level in the ECHL.
Kevin’s coaching philosophy centers on player development, strong team structure, and equipping athletes with the tools and guidance they need to make meaningful progress and achieve their individual goals.
Passionate about coaching from an early age, Kevin began working with 10U and 12U players while still in high school. After concluding his playing career, he served as a high school head coach in Michigan before relocating to the area. For the past seven seasons, Kevin has coached in the DMV, continuing to invest in the growth and success of his players.
TRAVIS MUSSER
ASSISTANT COACH
Travis Musser is a dedicated husband and father of two sons, Kaleb and Remington. Married to his wife Jessica, Travis has been actively involved in youth hockey for several years. He began coaching at the 8U level with his son Remington and has continued to support and guide players throughout their development in the sport. Most recently, he served as an assistant coach for the WV Vipers Middle School team. Travis is an 8 year veteran of the Marine Corps and believes strongly in the values of hard work, commitment, and continuous development both on and off the ice.
KODY BIESECKER
STUDENT COACH
