Victims of the Humboldt Broncos Bus Crash
A bus crash in Humboldt, Saskatchewan killed 16 people and injured 13 others just over a week ago, [...]
Dayna Brons
Loved and respected, a teammate to all of them. Rest In Peace Dayna Brons. pic.twitter.com/SOqHprYzQP
— Ryan Rishaug (@TSNRyanRishaug) April 12, 2018
Dayna Brons worked as the Broncos' athletic therapist. At 24 years old, she was a kinesiology and human kinetics student at the University of Regina, with a certificate in athletic therapy from Mount Royal University.
prevnextLogan Schatz
Logan Schatz – #HumboldtBroncos Centre & Captain…
Born leader, lit up the room with his smile, tenacious, fierce competitor, contagious laugh, life of the party, Rotten Donkey ball hockey, beer pong champ, avid golfer and fitness buff.
Together, we are #Humboldtstrong. pic.twitter.com/6b5m8sAXv7
— Humboldt Broncos (@HumboldtBroncos) April 15, 2018
Logan Schatz had played for the Broncos for over four years at the time of his death. He was team captain for about two and a half years. The 20-year-old played center, and had just been named the league's player of the month in February.
"It's hard," his father, Kelly Schatz told CTV. "I've got four other kids and they're here, which is nice."
prevnextJaxon Joseph
Jaxon Joseph you will forever be in our hearts. We love you?? pic.twitter.com/XSOxgDLuaX
— Danielle Sedgwick (@Sedgee17) April 12, 2018
Jaxon Joseph was one of the leading scorers in the league playoffs before his death. He was 20 years old. He was the son of Chris Joseph, a retired NHL player who had played for the Edmonton Oilers and the Vancouver Canucks.
prevnextDarcy Haugan
Darcy Haugan - #HumboldtBroncos Head Coach…
Hard worker, gracious, selfless, full of character and integrity, inspirational, supportive, humble, hero, the coach every player wanted and every coach wanted to be.
Together, we are #Humboldtstrong. pic.twitter.com/uYu5B38DYE
— Humboldt Broncos (@HumboldtBroncos) April 15, 2018
The Humboldt Broncos' head coach, Darcy Haugan, also died in the tragic crash. His friends and colleagues had nothing but praise for the 42-year-old.
"The Humboldt Broncos were about -- not building hockey players -- but creating amazing young men. And that's what we had in our organization, amazing young men," said Broncos president Kevin Garinger. "That was Darcy's belief and through that they would ultimately become great hockey players too."
prevnextTyler Bieber
Tyler Bieber - #HumboldtBroncos Play-By-Play Announcer…
Constant jokester, selfless giver of time, generous, caring, ahead of his time, genuine, passionate, and a critical part of so many lives.
Together, we are #Humboldtstrong. pic.twitter.com/u410NwpwtH
— Humboldt Broncos (@HumboldtBroncos) April 15, 2018
Tyler Bieber was the play-by-play announcer for the Broncos. He worked for CHBO, the Humboldt radio station, and travelled with the team frequently. He was 29 years old.
prevnextGlen Doerksen
Glen Doerksen - #HumboldtBroncos Bus Driver…
Accomplished athlete, active volunteer, lover of golf, avid story teller, social butterfly, being around Glen was like being around fun.
Together, we are #Humboldtstrong. pic.twitter.com/VjMl14xNvU
— Humboldt Broncos (@HumboldtBroncos) April 15, 2018
Glen Doerksen, 59, was the bus driver on the night of the fateful crash. The team, who travelled with him often, referred to him affectionately as "Bussy." He had worked as a long-haul truck driver for two years before signing on with Charlie's Charters bus company in October.
prevnextMark Cross
Mark Cross, 27, Strasbourg, SK. Played for the Estevan Bruins before going to the OUA and leading the York Lions. Came back to his home province to coach. pic.twitter.com/Gp4LmPGxRz
— Chris Vandenbreekel (@Vandecision) April 8, 2018
Mark Cross, an assistant coach with the Broncos, was just 27 years old when he was killed in the crash.
prevnextStephen Wack
An emotional statement from Stephen Wack’s family read inside the St.Albert Raider’s dressing room. pic.twitter.com/BweXrSraF8
— Rachelle Elsiufi (@CityRachelle) April 8, 2018
Defenseman Stephen Wack was in his second season with the Broncos. The 21-year-old was regarded as one of the most passionate hockey enthusiasts on the team.
prevnextAdam Herold
Adam Herold - #HumboldtBroncos Defenseman…
Always smiling, humble, positive, genuine, avid snowmobiler, outdoorsman, amazing big brother, leader of many, loved by all.
Together, we are #Humboldtstrong. pic.twitter.com/SoJiltiBJC
— Humboldt Broncos (@HumboldtBroncos) April 16, 2018
Adam Herold was only five days away from his 17th birthday at the time of the bus crash. The youngest member of the team had just moved over from the Regina Pat Canadians in the hopes of boosting their chances in the playoffs.
prevnextLogan Hunter
The Bronco's helped out with some trick or treating this afternoon. They made a lot of kids Halloween more exciting. #BroncoHockey pic.twitter.com/LwoFSTJHM3
— Humboldt Broncos (@HumboldtBroncos) November 1, 2017
Logan Hunter had previously played for the St. Alberta Raiders before joining the Broncos. The forward was 18 years old, and was reportedly a happy-go-lucky young man.
"He always had a smile on his face," said Alberta Raiders' president Kevin Porter, who described Hunter as a "smart kid and a great hockey player" with a "great sense of humour."
prevnextLogan Boulet
Logan Boulet - #HumboldtBroncos Defense….
Multi-sport athlete, talented hockey player, quiet but lit up a room with quick wit, artistic, musical and an adventurer.
Together, we are #Humboldtstrong. pic.twitter.com/a4YGslxbZ9
— Humboldt Broncos (@HumboldtBroncos) April 14, 2018
Logan Boulet was 21 years and one month old when passed away in the crash. His family reportedly kept him on life support following the crash so that his organs could be donated, just as he had wished.
prevnextBrody Hinz
Brody Hinz - #HumboldtBroncos Statistician...
Gentle giant, avid researcher, helping hand, numbers wizard, sports kingpin, passionate and positive.
Together, we are #Humboldtstrong. pic.twitter.com/9BIjtMbiT1
— Humboldt Broncos (@HumboldtBroncos) April 14, 2018
Another teenager, Brody Hinz, was killed in the crash. The 18-year-old was interning with the team while finishing high school.
prevnextEvan Thomas
Evan Thomas - #HumboldtBroncos Centreman…
Magical light, humble, competitive, fiercely intelligent, full of character, hard worker, generous hearted, fantastic athlete, a great sense of humor, a team guy through and through.
Together, we are #Humboldtstrong. pic.twitter.com/8V6k8O2Rch
— Humboldt Broncos (@HumboldtBroncos) April 16, 2018
Rookie player Evan Thomas also lost his life in the crash. The Saskatoon native was revered as a fiercely loyal teammate. Thomas's father described him as the kind of kid any dad would be proud to call his own.
"He was a self-driven, motivated, retrospective, quiet, confident and very self-assured young man," he added. "He liked sports, but at times I think he tolerated sports so he could be a teammate. He just loved being a teammate. He loved his teammates and I think that was more important to him than the actual sport he was playing. He loved those boys. He really loved those boys."
prevnextConner Lukan
At 21 years old, Lukan was another Raiders alumni on the Broncos' roster. He was a tough player, but revered as a nice guy off the ice, even among those he played against.
prevnextJacob Leicht
Jacob Leicht – #HumboldtBroncos Left Wing…
Valentine baby, cheery, active and bright, small but with a big heart, fast as “leichtning,” hard worker, stellar big brother, outdoorsman, musician and with deep, quiet faith.
Together, we are #Humboldtstrong. pic.twitter.com/yVaBGns1OF
— Humboldt Broncos (@HumboldtBroncos) April 16, 2018
Jacob Leicht was a Humboldt native. At 19, he played forward for the Broncos. It was only his first season with the team.
prevnextParker Tobin
Parker Tobin - #HumboldtBroncos Goalie…
Endless optimist, witty jokester, kind and gentle soul, passionate learner, infectious smile, avid gamer, stand-up guy, generous with his time, an inspiration to his teammates.
Together, we are #Humboldtstrong. pic.twitter.com/Z4QHF4FSGP
— Humboldt Broncos (@HumboldtBroncos) April 15, 2018
Parker Tobin, 18, was the student tragically mistaken for another, Xavier Labelle, in the immediate aftermath of the crash. A goalie, Tobin was also in his first season with the Broncos. His family issued a joint statement with Labelle's on Monday, saying that they are "grieving together."
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