Swiss Ice Hockey is ushering in a new chapter for its national programs, as longtime goaltender Reto Berra has retired from international competition while the women’s national team welcomes a new head coach.

A new chapter for Swiss hockey: Celebrating Reto Berra’s legendary 15-year career while welcoming Shannon Miller as the new head coach of the women’s national team.
Berra Calls Time on International Career
After more than a decade representing Switzerland on the international stage, veteran netminder Reto Berra has announced his retirement from the national team following the 2026 IIHF World Championship.
The 39-year-old described the tournament as the “perfect ending” to his international career, bringing the curtain down on a remarkable run that included three Olympic Winter Games and 12 IIHF World Championships.
The 39-year-old described the tournament as the “perfect ending” to his international career, bringing the curtain down on a remarkable run that included three Olympic Winter Games and 12 IIHF World Championships.
Since making his debut during the 2010-11 season, Berra appeared in 15 major international tournaments and played a key role in helping Switzerland earn four World Championship silver medals. He said the decision was motivated by the physical demands of the game and his desire to create opportunities for the next generation of Swiss goaltenders.
Miller to Lead Swiss Women’s Program
Meanwhile, Swiss Ice Hockey has named Canadian coach Shannon Miller as the new head coach of the women’s national team.
Miller has signed a contract through the summer of 2029 and will officially begin her tenure on August 1. One of the most accomplished coaches in women’s hockey, she is best known for leading the University of Minnesota Duluth Bulldogs from 1999 to 2015, building one of the sport’s premier collegiate programs.
Melanie Häfliger, Head of Women’s Hockey at Swiss Ice Hockey, praised Miller’s appointment, highlighting her international experience, championship pedigree, and proven ability to develop successful teams over the long term.
With one respected veteran stepping away and an accomplished coach taking over behind the bench, Swiss hockey begins a new chapter focused on building for the future.


