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@westcoastbcfoto @CamBoychuk @msuspartan86 I’ll just refer back to my initial response. I was only saying that if the CHL doesn’t want to spend money to develop US players, why would US tax payers want to spend money to develop foreign players. I was basically being sarcastic to the original comment I responded to

@westcoastbcfoto @CamBoychuk @msuspartan86 I did not look at revenue from concessions and or apparel. All I can tell you is that, of 63 NCAA D1 programs in 2025, 1 was profitable. Minnesota made a profit of just over 2 million. The others all operated at a deficit. They do want good hockey, as we all do. 1/2

Surprisingly, Hockey Canada has denied exceptional status to American-born Kade O’Rourke. The 6’1, 180lb defenceman was the projected first overall pick in the upcoming OHL draft. The Oshawa Generals hold that pick.

@CamBoychuk @westcoastbcfoto @msuspartan86 But this was not my point in the beginning. I was replying to the gentleman that said CHL should not develop US players. My response was fine, then no US tax dollars to pay for scholarships to foreign players, which they absolutely do go to.

@CamBoychuk @westcoastbcfoto @msuspartan86 In the 2024-2025 fiscal year, approximately 21 to 25 NCAA athletic departments were considered "profitable" in the sense that they generated more revenue than they spent without relying on institutional subsidies while there are over 1,100 NCAA

@westcoastbcfoto @CamBoychuk @msuspartan86 Almost zero hockey programs are profitable, look it up. All I'm saying is if this person doesn't want a private entity, CHL owners, to pay to develop USA players. Why should USA tax dollars pay to develop foreign (Canadien) players?

@westcoastbcfoto @CamBoychuk @msuspartan86 Not true at all. Very few universities have profitable athletics departments. The vast major of college funding comes for tax dollars. Scholarships are paid with that money. NIL money (as you mention players being paid) does not come from tax dollars. 1/2

@CamBoychuk @msuspartan86 Deal. Then every dollar spent in the form of scholarships, to Canadian players, on the US taxpayer dime can be withdrawal also. Canadian players can play usports instead of NCAA.

@msuspartan86 True. If Hockey Canada and CHL really wanted to make a statement - they would tell all non-Canadians to stay home.

NCAAM Congrats to Lakeville South alum Aidan Willis on scoring his first collegiate goal tonight for the Falcons! His goal opened scoring in an eventual 3-2 OTW over Army 🚨

Freshman Aidan Willis scored his first career goal, but Army tied the game with 44 seconds left in the as the teams are tied at 1-1 after the first 20.

Ready for some Friday night hockey ⚡️🏒

@MNHockeyStar @onthefly123 7-4 South win

@onthefly123 Last I saw 3-3 headed to the 3rd

Really great tourney by Lakeville South. They pushed the most winning Moorhead team ever to the brink and are now beating the best Rogers team in their school history in the consolation semis.

Happy birthday, Aidan Willis! 🎂🦍

Aidan Willis gets the Silverbacks on the board in the first period!

@SASilverbacks Congrats Caleb!

The Salmon Arm Silverbacks are pleased to announce that forward Caleb Mahar (’06) has committed to Air Force Academy. Congrats Caleb! Click the link below to read more. sasilverbacks.com/caleb-mahar-co…

Silverbacks continue to fire and add three more in the second period! Goals were scored by Roenick Jodoin, Payton Nelson, and Aidan Willis!

Supporting our heroes!🇺🇸 Camp Valor Outdoors, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, honors and supports ill, injured, and wounded disabled veterans through outdoor activities like fishing, hunting, and more. We’re thrilled to announce that the 1776 Owens Foundation has pledged $4,000!🌲🎣

Fallen Wisconsin Police Officers: Officer Emily Breidenbach (Chetek PD, 2019) and Officer Hunter Scheel (Cameron PD, 2022) tragically lost their lives on April 8, 2023. The 1776 Owens Foundation donates $4,000 each to their families. #ForeverHonored, #NeverForgotten.

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Honoring Officer Jamal Mitchell, who made the ultimate sacrifice on May 30th, 2023, while protecting his city and community. His loyalty to his oath and selfless actions will never be forgotten. Forever Honored, Never Forgotten. #Hero #Sacrifice #jamalmitchell #NeverForgotten

In honor of Officers Paul Elmstrand, Matthew Ruge, and Firefighter/Paramedic Adam Finseth, the 1776 Owens Foundation is donating $12,000 total, with $4,000 to each family. These heroes made the ultimate sacrifice and will always be remembered. #1776owensfoundation