Ottawa Charge Coach Carla MacLeod Takes Leave for Cancer Treatment
Charge's MacLeod taking leave for cancer battle
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Carla MacLeod, head coach of the Ottawa Charge, is on indefinite leave to undergo treatment for breast cancer. The team expressed full support for her during this challenging time. MacLeod, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, has shown resilience by continuing her coaching duties despite her diagnosis.
- 01Carla MacLeod is taking indefinite leave for breast cancer treatment.
- 02She has maintained her coaching responsibilities despite her diagnosis.
- 03The Ottawa Charge currently has a record of 13-11-1 and is vying for a playoff spot.
- 04Assistant coach Haley Irwin will serve as interim head coach during MacLeod's absence.
- 05MacLeod is known for her positive attitude and dedication to the sport.
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Carla MacLeod, the head coach of the Ottawa Charge, is taking an indefinite leave to focus on her treatment for breast cancer, as announced by the team on Monday. Despite her diagnosis, which she revealed in late November, MacLeod has remained committed to her coaching role, missing only one game while also coaching the Czechia national women's hockey team. The Charge, with a record of 13-11-1 and leading the league with seven overtime wins, are currently in a tight race for the final playoff spot. Assistant coach Haley Irwin will step in as interim head coach during MacLeod's absence. MacLeod, a 43-year-old from Spruce Grove, Alberta, has won two Olympic gold medals and has shown remarkable resilience, scheduling her radiation treatments to avoid conflicts with her coaching duties at the Milan Cortina Olympics. She emphasized her love for the sport, stating, 'I'm pretty lucky.'
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MacLeod's absence may affect the team's performance as they strive for a playoff position.
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