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It is we great sadness that we announce the passing of Rodion Amirov. Two years ago, Rodion was diagnosed with a brain tumour. From the moment he received the news, he refused to speak in the negative, determined to enjoy every day, facing it with the same positive attitude he showed during his hockey career. We will always remember his courage, his desire, his will, his smile, all of the great things about him. We’d like to thank his doctors, who took great care of him. We’d like to thank the Toronto Maple Leafs and his KHL - Salavat Yulayev Ufa team. Both did everything possible to help in any way, do whatever was necessary for Rodion and the Amirov family. And we’d like to thank hockey fans all over the world who sent notes of encouragement and best wishes over the past two years. They meant so much to the Amirov family.
Why be a game official? From friends, to teammates, to watching the game from the best seat in the house, these are the best parts of the job. #OfficiallyCool
These are days you dream of and moments one can only imagine. SO many people to thank. My whole team of coaches. My friend and caddy @DaveMarkle66, these moments are that much sweeter with you next to me. To my parents and brother Josh, I wouldn’t be where I am today without your constant support. And finally, to my wife Andie, you’ve been by my side since winning the Canadian Amateur and have been an incredible partner throughout this wild journey. I think the whole country can thank you for the pep talk you gave me Thursday night 😉
Big thanks to Oakdale Golf & Country Club, @GolfCanada, my incredible partners @RBC, @adidas, @Titleist and finally, I’d like to thank @ahadwingolf for taking one for the team and making sure security was on point.🍾
This win was for all of us, for my fellow Canadian golfers, and for the country I love. Thank you, I felt your support every step of the way. Canada, glorious and free. Words I’ll never forget. 🇨🇦🏆
“It’s a horrible disease, but we’re creating awareness and we’re gonna get a cure one day…”
After courageously going public with his ALS diagnosis, @Senators assistant coach Bob Jones sat down with @SNChrisSimpson to share his story.