Dustin Timm

Head Coach

Dustin Timm brings over a decade of coaching and leadership experience to the Grand Junction River Hawks, with a proven track record of developing players at multiple levels of the game. He spent four seasons coaching in the Western States Hockey League and three seasons on staff in the United States Hockey League with the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders, one of the top junior hockey programs in the country. In addition to his junior hockey background, Dustin has served the past seven years as both a Coach and the Executive Director of the RoughRiders Hockey Club, where he has played a key role in building a development-driven culture, rooted in character, skill, and hockey IQ. 

Dustin is an alumnus of Nichols College, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Sport Management and competed in NCAA Division III hockey. He later completed his Master of Science in Recreation and Sports Science from Ohio University, specializing in Player Development and Teaching the Game for Understanding—an approach that emphasizes decision-making, creativity, and tactical awareness on the ice.

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Off the ice, Dustin is supported by his loving wife, Martina Kleinova, and their energetic twin son and daughter, and two puppies Winston and Roan. His passion for teaching, leadership, and long-term player development—combined with the support of his family—make him an asset to the River Hawks organization.

Parker Severson

Assistant Coach & Equipment Manager

Hailing from Saginaw, Michigan,  Parker brings over 20 years of hockey experience to the team, including two years of junior hockey—where he captained the Oregon Tradesmen in his second season—and two years at the NCAA Division III level playing in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. After transferring to Grand Valley State University to pursue a degree in Sport Management, Parker stayed close to the game as an assistant coach for GVSU’s club hockey team and interned as an equipment manager with the USHL’s Muskegon Lumberjacks.

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A proud Type 1 diabetic, Parker embraces every challenge with resilience, positivity, and a team-first mindset—values that make him a perfect fit for our growing organization. Off the ice, he enjoys time with his fiancée Grace, their two cats, and getting outdoors to golf, fish, and hunt.

Eli Wilson

Assistant Coach & Strength and Conditioning Coach

Born and raised in Westminster, Colorado, Eli grew up with a passion for hockey that quickly evolved from playing to leading. He continued his playing career at the collegiate level with Colorado Mesa University, competing in the ACHA and developing a deep understanding of the game on and off the ice.

Today, Eli serves as the Assistant Director of the Grand Junction River Hawks Youth Hockey Club, where he plays a key role in player development and program operations. He is also the Head Coach of the 12U A team, focusing on building strong fundamentals, high hockey IQ, and a culture of hard work and accountability.

Eli brings the perspective of both a player and a coach to everything he does — blending competitive experience with a commitment to mentorship and growth for the next generation of athletes.

Justin Biehl

Goaltending Coach

Justin Biehl has been a dedicated hockey coach since 2002, amassing over two decades of experience across various levels of the sport, including youth, AAA, and Junior A. His extensive coaching career has seen him nurture and develop talent, particularly in goaltending, leading many of his protégés to excel in junior hockey leagues such as the USHL, NAHL, USPHL, and EHL, as well as NCAA Division I and Division III hockey.

Before joining the River Hawks, Biehl served as the Director of Hockey Operations for the West Elk Hockey Association, as well as holding the roles of Assistant Coach, Goaltending Coach, and Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Idaho Falls Spud Kings. Prior to the Spud Kings, his coaching journey includes significant contributions to the Arvada Hockey Association, the Boulder Hockey Club, the Boulder Bison Junior A Team, the Superior RoughRiders AAA Program, and Aspen Junior Hockey. 

Outside the ice rink, Biehl enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife, Ashley, their daughter, Addilyn, and their two dogs. His commitment to both his family and his profession exemplifies his dedication and balanced approach to life.

Contact: jbgoal1@gmail.com