Brindley competed for four years at Miami University where he graduated with a B.S. in Physical Education. Following college, he played nine professional seasons in four leagues (IHL, AHL, ECHL, and WPHL). Brindley coached for the Florida Jr. Everblades organization, capturing multiple state and league championships from 2009-2016. He has been a coach with the Florida Alliance program since 2013, leading his team to the USA Hockey Nationals for 3 consecutive years. Brindley is also the Director and Head of Hockey at TPH Estero.