With Heavy Hearts, We Share the Passing of Coach Derek Krueger

Wayzata Hockey Community,

It is with deep sadness that we share the news that Derek Krueger passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday.

Derek dedicated countless hours to the Wayzata Youth Hockey Association, coaching our Squirt A, Peewee AA, and Bantam AA teams. Among his many accomplishments, he led the Bantam AA team to a state championship in 2021.

Beyond his success as a coach, Derek was a devoted father, husband, and a valued member of the Wayzata hockey community. He is survived by his wife, Lisa, and their four children—three of whom are active players in WYHA.

We ask our entire community to come together in remembrance of Derek and to keep the Krueger family in your thoughts.

A GoFundMe page is available for those who are interested in supporting.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/in-memory-of-derek-krueger-supporting-his-family

Wayzata Youth Hockey Association