Marty Raymond – Head Coach/General Manager
The 2025-26 Season will be Marty’s first with the Grizzlies organization as Head Coach and GM. His first taste of leadership came in 1995–96 as a player-coach for Cergy in France, where he transitioned from the ice to the bench while still competing. That experience paved the way for his move to the Western Collegiate Hockey League, first with the Tucson Gila Monsters from 1997–99, then with the Phoenix Mustangs from 1999–2001, where he served as Director of Hockey Operations and Vice President of Hockey Operations. During the 1999–2000 season, he guided Phoenix to a WCHL championship—one of the early highlights of his career.
Raymond then began a long and successful chapter with the Bakersfield Condors, starting in the WCHL before the team transitioned into the ECHL. He joined the staff in the early 2000s and became head coach in 2003–04, leading the Condors for ten seasons and becoming a cornerstone of the franchise.
His reputation for building competitive, disciplined teams earned him opportunities overseas, and in 2011 he took the helm of KHL Medveščak Zagreb in the EBEL (Austrian Hockey League). He later coached SAPA Fehérvár AV19 in Hungary, completing three seasons in the EBEL before moving to Italy in 2014–15. There, with Ritten/Renon, he captured the Coppa Italia and guided the team to the league finals, adding another championship to his résumé.
Returning to North America, Raymond turned his attention toward player development at the grassroots level. From 2016–2020, he worked with the LA Kings High School Hockey League’s Kern County Knights, helping mentor high school athletes in Southern California. He has also spent years coaching youth hockey from Mites to Bantam, instilling core skills and a love for the game in the next generation. Over the past four years, he has been behind the bench for Cotter Schools in Winona, Minnesota, while also working closely with the Winona Hockey Association to lead skills training and player development initiatives.
Off the ice, Raymond has been married for 19 years and is the proud father of three children. His blend of professional success, international experience, and deep roots in youth hockey development make him uniquely suited to lead the Rochester Grizzlies into their next chapter.
Brandon Ratzloff – Assistant Coach
Brandon will enter his Third Season as Assistant Coach in 2025-26. Brandon is a native of Rochester, MN where he played hockey all throughout high school. After high school Brandon spent time with the Chicago Fury AAA in the 18U T1 Elite League, progressing into the NA3HL with the La Crosse Freeze/Coulee Region Chill. After 2 years in the NA3HL, Brandon Committed to Augsburg University where he played Hockey for 4 years, and is currently still pursuing his Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science. Brandon also assists with the Southern MN Bears 16/18U Programs.
Bob Montrose – Assistant Coach
2025-26 will be Bob’s Third Season serving in the Assistant Coach position for the Grizzlies. The Minneapolis, Minnesota native will bring a wealth of hockey coaching experience to the team. Bob played high school hockey for Holy Angels Academy and went on to play college hockey at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. He also played professionally in Australia. He has coached at the high school level for 11 years and at the Junior level for 9 years. He owns and operates the Peak Performance Hockey Camps and has been involved with individual skills training for over 30 years. Bob serves as the manager of the Graham Arena Complex in Rochester. He is married to Lisa and has three kids, Sarah, Katie, and Nick.
Carl Haakenson – Team Equipment Manager
Carl will be entering his 3nd season as the Grizzlies equipment manager in 2025-26. The Rochester Native attended Pine Island High school, where he played football, hockey, and baseball. He attended St. Paul Technical College where he graduated with a degree in Iron Working. Carl is a member of the AEMA, the Athletic Equipment Manager Association of America as well.