Negativity, injury and tragedy all brought hockey player Jared Aulin to his knees. But it was hard work, determination and a good attitude that kept the Calgary native on his feet and moving forward.

Scott Barney was thrust into a delicate situation when he took over as coach and general manager of the Humboldt Broncos this past summer. But it’s his own turbulent journey that’s allowed him to help a grieving community still shaken by a devastating bus crash that left 16 people dead and 13 others injured last April.