After leaving the Rangers organization, Adam became a playing coach with the Philadelphia Ramblers in the EHL. After his playing career ended, Adam became a head coach with the Rochester Americans of the AHL in 1971-72, but was replaced mid-season by team member Don Cherry.
Adam transitioned from being part of the Rangers organization to coaching with the Philadelphia Ramblers in the EHL. After retiring as a player, Adam became the head coach of the Rochester Americans in the AHL in 1971-72, however, he was replaced mid-season by teammate Don Cherry.