Kelly is a native of Homer, AK where he began his playing career at the age of 7. After moving to play high school hockey in Soldotna, AK, Gee moved on to play Junior hockey in Canada and eventually for the Danville Wings (NAHL). After experiencing a career-ending hip injury, Kelly immediately transitioned to coaching based in the Chicago area. His coaching credentials included:

• Robert Morris University-Chicago, NCAA DIII, Associate Director of Hockey Operations
• Chicago Steel, USHL Assistant Coach/Goalie Coach/Scout Assistant Coach/Goalie Coach
• Colorado College, NCAA Division I, Director of Goalie Development 
• Team Illinois AAA, Tier I,  14U, Head Coach
• Chicago Mission AAA, Tier I, Associate Director of Goalie Development
• Kage Sports & Midwest Goalie School, Owner/President