John Riley

John Riley is a seasoned professional in the field of hockey, currently serving as the Head Amateur Scout for the Tampa Bay Lightning since September 2023. Prior experience includes roles as Assistant Coach for both the National Team and National U20 Team with Norges Ishockeyforbund from 2021 to 2023, and various positions with the Philadelphia Flyers from 2008 to 2023, focusing on player development and amateur scouting. John also held the position of Director of Player Development for the Atlantic District with USA Hockey from 2010 to 2017. Earlier career highlights include teaching and coaching roles at multiple educational institutions, culminating in a strong foundation in both education and athletics. John holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from UMass Boston.