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The Virginia Tech Ice Hockey team is proud to announce their new coach, Keith Houghton!

Bio: Keith J. Houghton

Personal:

Married- Spouse’s Name: Jeannette Resides in Roanoke, VA High School: Pingree- Located in Hamilton, MA, Graduated in 1980 Post Graduate Year: New Hampton Prep- Located in New Hampton, NH, Graduated in 1981 College: Babson College- Located in Wellesley, MA, Graduated in 1985 BS Degree in Finance

Hockey/Athletic Career Highlights:

Pingree- Senior Athlete of the Year, Played soccer, hockey and tennis. First Class Inductee into Pingree’s Athletic Honor Society New Hampton Prep: Received the Friends of Hockey Award. Babson College Hockey: Senior Athlete of the Year Inducted into Babson College’s Athletic Hall of Fame in the 5th inductee class (1995). 2nd Team all-American- Junior Year- College Division 1st Team all-American- Senior Year- college Division Helped Babson win its first Division II ECAC (Eastern Conference) championship over Bowdoin College- 1983/84 season Helped Babson win its first ever Division III NCAA championship over Union College- 1983/84 season Hold several goaltender records including lowest career and single season GAA of 2.38 and 2.08, respectively. After sophomore year, was invited to the National Sports Festival in June, 1983 to participate in the final trial selection for the 1984 USA Olympic hockey team. One of only a handful of Division II players selected and one of eight goaltenders selected. Received a tryout invitation with the Montreal Canadians and subsequently played one year of semi-professional hockey.

Professional Career:

Has been in banking since February, 1987 working in various lending and credit administration functions and currently serves as Chief Credit Officer for StellarOne Corporation. Previously served on the board of the United Way of Montgomery, Radford and Floyd and as a Campaign Chair and President for two and one year, respectively. Served several years on the RMA (Risk Management Association) SW Virginia Chapter’s board and as President for two years. Over the years, served on various chamber of commerce related committees.

Other:

Enjoy tennis, golf, music, concerts, vacationing in Essex NY on Lake Champlain, the mountains, Hokie football and the NHL playoffs. Avid Bruins, Red Sox, Patriots and Celtics fan.