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By Pete McIntyre
Positive Covid test

WHL suspends activities for Kelowna Rockets

Mar 30, 2021 | 11:35 AM

The Western Hockey League announced today the Kelowna Rockets have suspended all team activities as a result of a positive COVID-19 test.

The positive test result was from a hockey staff member of the Rockets within the team cohort. No players within the cohort have tested positive at this time.

The WHL is working in consultation with B.C. health authorities on the matter.

As a result of the suspension of activities, the Rockets game tonight against the Kamloops Blazers has been postponed.

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