Manastersky is in his second season with the Canisius hockey program and his first as an assistant coach. Manastersky assists with the day-to-day operations of the program, including recruiting, video operations, academics, community outreach and other on-campus duties.
During the 2007-08 season, Manastersky served as student manager with the Griffs, assisting the coaching staff with daily practices, skill development and scouting. He has also served as an assistant coach at the 2008 Empire State Games with the Western Team and was a guest coach at the USA Hockey Select 14’s Development Camp in June.
Manastersky played collegiately for the Oswego Lakers from 2004 to 2006 and was a member of the SUNYAC All-Academic Team. He was a key member of the team’s defense and helped the Lakers earn as high as a No. 3 national ranking. After graduation, Manastersky played with the Richmond Renegades of the Southern Professional Hockey League.
Manastersky graduated cum laude from Oswego State in 2006 with a bachelor’s degree in English writing arts. He is currently pursuing his master’s degree at Canisius in education and physical education.
