An Arizona native, Isbell earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Science-Fitness & Wellness from Northern Arizona University (NAU). John played Junior Hockey in Euguene, OR before attending school and playing college hockey for NAU. He has been a strength coach in youth hockey since 2017 and has also coached at the Tier I level since 2018. Isbell brings a high level of passion in helping local athletes develop on and off the ice.