Schmit Named 16U AAA Head Coach

Andrew brings an extensive coaching and playing background to the Predators. He is the founder of Power Forward Hockey, a development program focused on elite skills training, private lessons, and events for players of all ages. Andrew brings a player development mindset and deep understanding of the junior to college pathway to the organization.

Andrew works with high level players including professional and elite prospects such as Logan Cooley, Vincent Trocheck, & his brother-in-law LJ Mooney. He played in the USHL with the Lincoln Stars and Chicago Steel, including a 39-point (16G, 23A) season with Lincoln before advancing to the college ranks. At the NCAA Division I Level he competed with the Miami RedHawks & University of Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks, appearing in 96 career collegiate games while earning academic honors in both conferences. Played professional hockey for 4 seasons in Sweden, ECHL, & SPHL.

Andrew is married to Kaley Mooney and the proud father of three children — Luna (5), Sunny (2), and Rocky.