Brad Marchand Returns to Nova Scotia for Tribute Hockey Game in Memory of Selah Panacci-MacCallum
NHL star Brad Marchand has returned to Nova Scotia to participate as a guest coach in a tribute hockey game dedicated to the memory of his friend's daughter, who recently passed away after battling cancer. Marchand will be coaching alongside his former teammate Andrew Bodnarchuk for the March & Mill Co. Hunters during the game against the Halifax McDonalds at the Halifax Forum.
The Hunters' owner, JP MacCallum, tragically lost his 10-year-old daughter, Selah Panacci-MacCallum, last week. The hockey community in Nova Scotia has come together to support the MacCallum family during this difficult time. Donations will be collected at the game, and there will be a raffle for a signed Marchand jersey to raise funds for the family.
The Nova Scotia U18 Major Hockey League president, Paul Graham, expressed his condolences to the MacCallum family and commended Marchand and Bodnarchuk for their support. The hockey community in Nova Scotia is known for its compassion, loyalty, and strong connections that go beyond the rink.
The local hockey community has shown tremendous support for the MacCallum family throughout Selah's battle with cancer. The Hunters dedicated their season to her and wore special jerseys in her honor at the home opener. A bursary has also been established in Selah's name to support the hockey community annually.
A celebration of Selah's life will take place at Shining Waters Marina in Tantallon, N.S., where her family will honor her love for good food, art, music, and laughter with friends. The outpouring of support from the hockey community reflects the deep bonds and caring nature of the Nova Scotia hockey family.
In conclusion, the hockey community in Nova Scotia has come together to support the MacCallum family during this challenging time. The tribute hockey game and fundraising efforts demonstrate the compassion and solidarity that define the hockey community in the province. The lasting impact of Selah's memory will be felt through the support and love shown by all those involved in the hockey community.