Josh Sciba is appointed as the inaugural head coach of the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) expansion team in Detroit, sources report. The announcement follows the team’s broader effort to assemble its staff as it prepares to begin building a roster from scratch. Sciba, a Michigan native, is set to work alongside general manager Manon Rhéaume, who is described as leading the club’s formation. Together, they will be responsible for shaping the team’s hockey operations, including coaching direction and the overall approach to player recruitment and development during the franchise’s early stages. The reports characterize the move as part of establishing the coaching framework for PWHL Detroit ahead of its entry into the league. Sciba’s hiring is presented as a key step in launching the franchise’s on-ice leadership, while Rhéaume’s role as general manager sets the organizational direction for team building. No conflicting details were reported between the outlets about the role, timing, or partnership between Sciba and Rhéaume.