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Ottawa Charge Coach Carla MacLeod Begins Breast Cancer Treatment, To Miss Tuesday's Game

She expects limited disruption to her roles after consulting a medical team.

Overview

  • MacLeod, 43, disclosed the diagnosis Sunday and said her goal is to be behind the bench as often as possible.
  • She will be in Calgary on Tuesday to meet doctors and expects to return to the bench later in the week.
  • Assistant coach Haley Irwin will serve as acting head coach for the Dec. 2 game against the Minnesota Frost.
  • The treatment plan includes medication and radiation, with specific details still being finalized.
  • MacLeod intends to keep leading Ottawa and to coach Czechia at the 2026 Winter Olympics, with public backing from the Charge and the PWHL.