In a poignant display of unity and compassion, Brad Marchand will step behind the bench to coach the U18 March and Mill Co. Hunters this Wednesday night, honoring his longtime friend JP MacCallum, who is grieving the heartbreaking loss of his 10-year-old daughter, Selah, to cancer.
Marchand, a longtime hockey standout, is lending his support both on and off the ice. In addition to coaching, he will be auctioning a signed jersey and helping raise donations for the MacCallum family, highlighting the deep bonds and unwavering support that define the hockey community.
“Hockey isn’t just a game — it’s family,” Marchand said. “We show up for each other when it matters most.”
The local hockey community has rallied around the family, using the event as an opportunity to honor Selah’s memory and provide comfort during an unimaginable time. From fundraising efforts to heartfelt messages of support, teammates, fans, and friends are reminding the MacCallums that they are not alone in their grief.
Selah’s courage and spirit have inspired everyone who knew her, and through these acts of love, her memory continues to shine brightly. The game may be played on ice, but the heart of the sport is the care and solidarity it fosters among its community.
As the Hunters take the ice this week, it will be a testament to resilience, love, and the extraordinary way a community can come together in the face of loss.