Episode 3: Andrew Dibble - #PackMentality

What this episode covers

A few years ago, Northern Michigan hockey was a patchwork of small franchises, big dreams, and a community that cared deeply about the sport’s future. In Episode 3 of Inheriting the Future, we sit down with the man who stepped into that landscape and decided to build something stronger — team by team, partnership by partnership, and relationship by relationship.We talk with Andrew Dibble about what it takes to run independent hockey organizations in small towns, why he believes local athletes deserve real pathways to the next level, and how a professional affiliate partnership in Gaylord became one of the most meaningful developments in the region’s hockey scene.We also dive into his work off the ice — from veteran outreach to youth camps to league‑wide community engagement — and explore what it means to use sports as a vehicle for belonging, pride, and legacy.About Andrew Dibble: Andrew Dibble is the co‑founder of the Northern Michigan Warhounds and a multi‑team owner in the Michigan Independence Hockey League and American Premier Hockey League. He is credited with guiding franchises through major transitions, establishing a pro‑level affiliate partnership with the Indiana Sentinels (FPHL), and strengthening the role of hockey in Northern Michigan communities. As the APHL’s Director of Marketing & Community Engagement, he has championed initiatives that honor veterans, support youth development, and embed teams more deeply into the towns they represent. His work continues to shape the future of small‑town hockey across the region.Learn more about the Northern Michigan Warhounds at: nomiwarhounds.com

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