Doug Ellis

Chapter 10 - DEAN

Doug Ellis

Welcomes Dean warmly, explains the practice structure, and asks him to work with the defensemen. He reveals his dedication to the program and arranges for Robbie to stay late safely until his mother arrives.

Chapter 16 - DEAN

Doug Ellis

He arrives at the equipment room to inform Dakota that her mother has arrived, then briefly discusses practice drills with Dean before leaving.

Chapter 26 - ALLIE

Doug / Doug Ellis

Observes Dean's patient coaching style with the youth hockey team and praises his natural ability to connect with children. Suggests Dean would excel in teaching or coaching, noting how the kids look up to him, and hints that he senses mutual romantic feelings between Dean and Allie.

Chapter 31 - ALLIE

Doug / Doug Ellis

Listens to Allie’s apology on Dean’s behalf and notes that while the youth players will eventually forgive his absence, they struggle with feeling abandoned.

Chapter 33 - ALLIE

Doug / Ellis — aliases: Coach Ellis

Welcomes Dean back to assist the youth team without requiring a lengthy apology, then discusses potential coaching career options with him after practice.