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Thunder narrows coaching search

New GM conducts interviews with two candidates, including one with NHL playing experience.

BY KOLLEN LONG, The Wichita Eagle-

The lengthy search for the Wichita Thunder's next coach is down to two dramatically different finalists.

Brent Bilodeau is a highly regarded assistant coach who spent 12 years as a player in the minor leagues. Kevin Kaminski has six years of head coaching experience and played 139 games in the National Hockey League.

The choice will be made by Joel Lomurno, promoted from senior vice president to general manager of the Central Hockey League team earlier this week. Lomurno said he realizes this is a "very important decision" for the Thunder, which is coming off the worst season in the 16-year history of the franchise.

"Finding the right coach is my top priority," said Lomurno, who has conducted interviews with both candidates.

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