Cedar Rapids, IA – October 3, 2025 

Cedar Rapids RoughRiders Head Coach and General Manager Mark Carlson reached a historic milestone Friday night, breaking the United States Hockey League's all-time record for most regular-season coaching victories. With the RoughRiders' win, Carlson notched career victory number 779, surpassing the league mark for regular-season wins. 

Carlson, who has led the RoughRiders since the team's inaugural season in 1999, has become a pillar of consistency and excellence in junior hockey. Under his leadership, Cedar Rapids has developed countless players for NCAA and professional careers while building a tradition of success both on and off the ice.

The USHL will be honoring Carlson with a pregame ceremony on Saturday, October 4. 

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