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Cats' scout dies

The Prince George Cougars are mourning the death of scout Rob Charney. The WHL team announced Wednesday that Charney, a Manitoba scout based in Winnipeg, died after a battle with cancer.

The Prince George Cougars are mourning the death of scout Rob Charney.

The WHL team announced Wednesday that Charney, a Manitoba scout based in Winnipeg, died after a battle with cancer.

"He was a very inviting, warm individual," Cougars broadcaster Dan O'Connor said. "He was a very passionate scout who seemed to enjoy what he did."

Anyone wishing to make a donation in Charney's honour is encouraged to contribute to KidSport Canada.