Neepawa Natives, head coach part ways

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Published on Thursday, March 17, 2016

By Eoin Devereux

Neepawa Banner/Neepawa Press

The Neepawa Natives are searching for a new head coach. On Wednesday, Mar. 16, just before the Neepawa Banner’s publication deadline, the Junior ‘A’ club announced via media release that Jim Fuyarchuk will not be returning as coach for the 2016-2017 MJHL season. 

Fuyarchuk was hired by the team in May 2015. In his lone year behind the bench, the Natives went 13-45-2, good enough for 28 points on the season. 

Previously, Fuyarchuk had coached several clubs in Europe, as well as the Australian National under 18 team. 

Closer to home, he also had a four year tenure as an assistant coach with the Waywayseecappo Wolverines and served as head coach of the Brandon University Bobcats in CIS.

In the press release, the Neepawa Natives organization thanked Fuyarchuk for his efforts and dedication during his tenure with the hockey club. Expanded details on the search for a new head coach will be in the Mar. 25 edition of the Neepawa Banner.