Calgary Flames Affiliate Head Coach Walks Away From the Game Due to Mysterious Health Issues
Rapid City Rush head coach Scott Burt has taken a leave of absence from the team as he navigates a potential health issue.
The team released a statement on X today, explaining the situation.
It includes a statement of Burt himself, who disclosed that he has undergone some recent tests with the team doctors after contracting symptoms including migraines in rest months.
«Over the past couple of months, I have been experiencing headaches and migraines. With guidance from our medical staff and my wife, Audrey, I decided to get checked out. After undergoing testing on Monday and consulting with medical professionals, I have decided to temporarily step back and focus on my health. I would like to thank Jeff Dickerson, T.J. Puchyr, Ian Gentile, Todd Mackin, and everyone at Spire Hockey for having my back, as well as Jared Reid and the entire Rush staff for their unwavering support. While this is a new challenge for me and my family, I have been a fighter my whole career, and I am preparing for what could be the fight of my life.»
Unfortunately, this sounds like it could be quite terrible news for the young coach.
The way he chose to phrase his statement makes it sound like there is a good chance he is facing a life-threatening condition.
Obviously, this is a very scary and very serious situation that no one would ever imagine having to go through.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Scott and his loved ones in this scary time.
Additionally, we would like to send our best wishes to the Rapid City Rush and the entire Calgary Flames organization.
Hopefully, Scott will get through this and make a full recovery, but regardless of what happens, we will be sending him love the whole way.
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