Coaching Staff

Artem Mateichenko brings international and collegiate playing experience to Aviator Hockey Club as a youth hockey coach. Originally from Kharkiv, Ukraine, Artem represented Ukraine at the U18 and U20 levels, serving as team captain for both the Ukrainian U18 and U20 National Teams. During his time with the national teams, he helped earn gold and bronze medals on the international stage.

Artem later competed in NCAA Division III hockey at Manhattanville University. During his four-year collegiate career, he became Manhattanville’s all-time career assists leader, finishing with 80 assists while earning multiple academic and conference honors. He also represented Ukraine at the 2023 FISU World University Games.

Now focused on player development, Artem brings a strong understanding of skill development, hockey IQ, and the demands of high-level competition. His coaching emphasizes fundamentals, decision-making, work ethic, and helping young players build confidence while continuing to grow their game.

Billy Faulkner | Coach

Billy Faulkner has been a dedicated member of the Aviator Hockey Club coaching staff since the 2008–2009 season, dating back to the early years of Aviator’s travel hockey program. With nearly two decades of coaching experience, Billy has played an integral role in developing young hockey players and building competitive teams within the club.

Billy began his playing career at Xavier High School, where he played four years of varsity hockey. He remains closely connected with the Xavier hockey program and continues to help organize and run the school’s annual alumni hockey game, maintaining strong relationships with the coaching staff and alumni community.

Following his high school career, Billy continued playing at the junior level, spending the2009–2010 season with the Metro Moose.

Billy has built an impressive coaching résumé at Aviator, with a proven record of success at the youth hockey level. His teams have captured back-to-back LIAHL Squirt Championships, winning the 2023–2024 and 2024–2025 titles.

In 2026, Billy led his Peewee team to an International Silver Stick Championship, one of the most prestigious accomplishments in youth hockey. His teams are known for their competitiveness, preparation, discipline and commitment to player development.

With extensive experience as both a player and coach, Billy brings a deep understanding of the game and a passion for helping young athletes reach their potential. His long-standing commitment to Aviator Hockey Club and his track record of developing successful teams make him a valued member of the Aviator coaching staff.