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.