Roger Grillo is a former American

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player and coach who is currently a regional manager for

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. A 10th round pick of the

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, Grillo played for

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for three seasons before starting a coaching career. After stints with

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and

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as an assistant Grillo became the

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in 1997. Over twelve seasons Grillo had a moderate amount of success, producing three winning seasons, before accepting an offer from USA Hockey to become Regional Manager, American Development Model, a job he currently occupies.

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