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Ferster still travels thousands of kilometres every season on a team bus as a head coach in the BCHL. Ferster said for anyone who has ever been associated with a junior hockey team, the shocking reality is difficult to comprehend.
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Broncos honoured at Prospera Place
Kelowna residents will have an opportunity to stand in solidarity with Humboldt, Saskatchewan and the Broncos team Thursday afternoon at Prospera Place.
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Those who attend are being asked to wear the Broncos colours of green and yellow or if a hockey jersey.
The event begins at 4:15 p.m. in the Prospera Place West Parking Lot. Parking is available at Prospera Place from 3:30 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.
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