Pilot Mound, Manitoba – Pilot Mound Hockey Academy (PMHA) is proud to announce the appointment of Oona Parviainen as the new Female U18 Prep Head Coach, bringing an exceptional combination of Olympic experience, championship success, and international coaching expertise to the program.
Arriving from Finland with an outstanding playing and coaching background, Parviainen brings world-class expertise, a championship mindset, and a passion for developing the next generation of elite female hockey players.
A former elite forward, Parviainen’s playing career spanned more than two decades at the highest levels of women’s hockey. She competed for some of Finland’s premier clubs, including KalPa, Espoo Blues, and RoKi, capturing an incredible nine Finnish championships while adding multiple silver and bronze medals throughout her distinguished career.
Her success extended beyond the professional ranks as she proudly represented Finland on the international stage. Parviainen competed at the 2002 Olympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City and the 2006 Olympic Winter Games in Torino, while also representing her country at the 2005 IIHF Women’s World Championship in Norrköping, Sweden.
Following her decorated playing career, Parviainen transitioned seamlessly into coaching and quickly established herself as one of Finland’s most respected hockey leaders. She has coached in Finland’s women’s top league, guided RoKi from the country’s lowest division to the highest level of competition, and shared her expertise internationally as a guest coach at IIHF development camps and the USA Girls National 16/17 Player Development Camp.
Known for her honesty, approachability, and unwavering commitment to athlete development, Parviainen has earned respect throughout the hockey community for her strong hockey IQ, leadership, and ability to build high-performance environments. Her coaching philosophy combines the structure and technical precision of the European game with the speed, creativity, and physicality of North American hockey, creating a balanced approach that develops both skilled players and confident young leaders.
“We are thrilled to welcome Oona to PMHA,” said PMHA General Manager Nichole Collins. “Her experience as an Olympian, champion, and coach will have a tremendous impact on our Female U18 Prep program. She brings a wealth of knowledge, a passion for player development, and a proven track record of helping athletes reach their full potential.”
As Female U18 Prep Head Coach, Parviainen will lead PMHA’s U18 female program and play an important role in advancing the academy’s commitment to elite development, competitive excellence, and creating opportunities for female athletes pursuing the next level of hockey.
Parviainen’s arrival marks an exciting chapter for PMHA and further strengthens the academy’s reputation as a destination for student-athletes seeking world-class coaching and development.
Please join PMHA in welcoming Oona Parviainen to Pilot Mound Hockey Academy.
