HAMILTON, ONTARIO. Hamilton Bulldogs Owner Michael Andlauer today announced the promotion of Assistant General Manager Matt Turek to the Interim General Manager role, effective immediately.
Turek, started with the Bulldogs as a scout in the 2015-16 season when the team moved to Hamilton and has continued to move up in the organization. Renown for his knowledge of the game and eye for talent, Turek became Director of Player Personnel prior to the 2018-19 season and had a large hand in the construction of the 2022 OHL Championship team. In addition to his roles with the Bulldogs, Turek has served simultaneously as a scout for the Montreal Canadiens.
A proud Hamiltonian, Turek is a fixture in the local hockey community, founding the Team Turek Elite 4-on-4 League that has brought many high-level professionals together with developing junior players from across the province creating a tremendous development ground in Hamilton. Turek’s involvement with Hamilton hockey from creating an elite development league right on through his involvement with local youth development has made him one of the most respected people in the community.
After being promoted to Assistant General Manager in the summer, Turek will now take on an even larger role guiding the Bulldogs in their defense of the OHL Championship and pursuit of a third J. Ross Robertson Cup.
“I’m very thankful to Michael Andlauer & Steve Staios for the opportunity to continue the tremendous culture we have developed with the Hamilton Bulldogs.” said Turek. “It is with great pride that I will work to continue forging the relationships in our community and forwarding the success we have achieved on and off the ice.”.
The Hamilton Bulldogs skate on home ice for the first team this season on Saturday night, October 8th hosting the Oshawa Generals at 7:00pm.
