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Tragedy Strikes: Hockey Star and Father Die in Crash
29 Jun
Summary
- Hockey player Stacey-Lynn Kenny and her father Corey Kenny died in a motorcycle accident.
- The accident also involved another vehicle and a moose in Aquaforte, Newfoundland.
- Stacey-Lynn was remembered as a bright, joyful, and unifying presence by teammates and coaches.
A devastating accident in Aquaforte, Newfoundland, on Monday, June 22, claimed the lives of rising hockey player Stacey-Lynn Kenny, 19, and her father, Corey Kenny, 48. Their motorcycle was involved in a collision with another vehicle and a moose. Both were pronounced dead at the scene.
Stacey-Lynn was lauded by her coaches and teammates for her vibrant spirit and leadership. Coach Tony Goobie described her as a "player's player" and a "shining light." Coach Tom Walsh recalled her ability to unite her team, while teammate Julia Butler and others remembered her for the joy and laughter she brought.
The community of Bay Bulls has expressed its grief through heartfelt tributes, leaving hockey jerseys and sticks outside homes. The Women's Junior A Hockey League announced on Monday, June 29, that its season-long trophy would be renamed the Kenny Cup in Stacey-Lynn's honor, recognizing her impact on the sport.
