Steve O'Rourke has parted ways with the Seattle Torrent after coaching the expansion team to a last-place finish in the PWHL's inaugural season. General manager Meghan Turner confirmed the mutual decision on Friday, ending O'Rourke's tenure with the franchise that struggled throughout its first year in the professional women's hockey league.

The 51-year-old coach joined Seattle after leading the Oshawa Generals in the Ontario Hockey League. His departure comes as the Torrent finished at the bottom of the PWHL standings, a challenging result for an expansion team expected to build momentum in its debut season. The team's performance likely factored into the leadership change.

With O'Rourke's exit, Seattle now seeks a new coach to rebuild for future seasons. The team's front office faces pressure to improve quickly as it establishes its identity in the competitive women's hockey landscape. The coaching change signals a reset for the franchise as it looks beyond a disappointing first year.