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Anna Burns @AnnaBBurns · 5d

Friends of Kevin Li have made an online fundraiser for him, as he was the 4th person who was seriously hurt on National Truth and Reconciliation Day during a devastating incident at Tsawwassen Mills. gofund.me/4d071fd6e

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Peace Arch News @PeaceArchNews · 5d

Environment Canada has issued a wind warning for Metro Vancouver Friday Friday, including Surrey, White Rock and Tsawwassen
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peacearchnews.com Surrey Eagles head coach/GM leaves BCHL team - Peace Arch News David Rutherford says prioritizing 'being a dad' reason for departure

Tali Campbell Verified account @CampbellTali · Nov 4

I don’t typically comment on other teams or their staffing decisions, but after reading Dave Rutherford’s comments, I wanted to say that I have a tremendous amount of respect for his decision.

Having spent the last nine years as a General Manager in the BCHL, and as someone who wears multiple hats within an organization, I can fully relate to what Dave is saying.

I don’t think people truly understand what goes into these jobs behind the scenes. It’s not just showing up at the rink for practices and games. It’s early mornings, late nights, countless phone calls, difficult conversations, managing people, making tough decisions, and constantly dealing with the pressures that come with running a hockey organization.

The reality is, this job never really turns off.

We work in a results-driven business. You’re judged on wins and losses, sponsorships, budgets, player development, recruiting, and the overall success of your organization. There is always something that needs your attention, and the pressure and stress that come with that can be significant.

And when you’re someone who wears multiple hats, those responsibilities only multiply.

I love what I do, and I wouldn’t trade the opportunities this game has given me for anything. But I also know firsthand the sacrifices that come with it, both personally and professionally. There are missed family gatherings, missed opportunities with friends, and moments in life you simply don’t get back.

I think sometimes people forget that behind the titles of General Manager and Head Coach, we’re human beings too. We have families, relationships, and lives outside of the rink.

There’s an expectation in this industry that you have to be available 24/7, and for many of us, that’s exactly what we do. But that doesn’t mean it’s always sustainable.

At the end of the day, hockey is an important part of our lives, but it shouldn’t come at the expense of everything else that matters.

I have a lot of respect for Dave for recognizing what was important to him and having the courage to make that decision.

Sometimes the toughest decisions we make in hockey have absolutely nothing to do with hockey.

Wishing Dave and his family nothing but the best moving forward.

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