The Albert Lea Thunder is planning to announce its new head coach Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. at the City Arena.

After Paul Willett resigned as head coach July 11, Albert Lea needed to make a decision quickly with its main camp beginning Wednesday.

Willett cited “philosophical differences” between himself and owner Barry Soskin. Willett spent less than three months as head coach.

The Thunder opens its final camp Wednesday with players scheduled to arrive at noon. Around 40 players are expected to participate in the camp as the team tries to fill 24 roster spots before the season begins Sept. 17 with the NAHL Showcase in Blaine.

The main camp is closed to the public, but it will run Wednesday to Friday. The Thursday session will begin at 9 a.m. and end at 9:40 p.m. with breaks for lunch and dinner. The Friday session will begin at 9 a.m. and will have two games scheduled. Player meetings will begin at noon.