Update, 11:30 a.m.
Sicamous Eagles president Sheila Devost issued a statement regarding sanctions imposed on the hockey club earlier today, Dec. 10, after it was found to be in contravention of the KIJHL’s vaccination policy.
“The KIJHL has policies and rules for teams to follow,” said Devost. “When they are not adhered to, there are consequences. We broke the rules and now must respect we have to face the consequences.”
Eagles assistant coach and assistant general manager Rob Sutherland will serve as the team’s head coach and general manager while head coach Gerald Bouchard and general manager Ron Sleeman serve their respective suspensions.
Original story:
The Sicamous Eagles have been sanctioned by the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL).
According to a Dec. 10 KIJHL news release, a player on the Eagles participated in league games and team activities while not meeting the league’s requirement of being fully vaccinated.
Eagles’ head coach Gerald Bouchard has been suspended for 8 games and general manager Ron Sleeman has been suspended for 45 days. The Eagles organization has been fined and the KIJHL said it would make no further comment on the situation.
Eagles assistant coach and assistant general manager Rob Sutherland said the organization will provide comment on the sanction as soon as possible.
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