American Teen Caden Fine Among Three Killed in Canada Hockey Crash
Tragedy struck the Southern Alberta Mustangs junior hockey team when three players lost their lives in a vehicle accident in Canada. The incident occurred as the players were heading to practice. Among the deceased is Caden Fine, a 17-year-old player from Birmingham, Alabama.
Details of the Accident
On Monday, February 2, 2026, a semi-truck collided with a small passenger vehicle at an intersection. According to Corporal Gina Slaney of the Alberta Royal Canadian Mounted Police, the semi was carrying gravel at the time of the collision.
Victims Identified
Caden Fine was traveling with two of his teammates, Cameron Casorso and JJ Wright, both 18 years old and from British Columbia. All three were pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the semi-truck, a 40-year-old man, suffered minor injuries and received treatment on-site.
- Caden Fine, 17, from Birmingham, Alabama
- Cameron Casorso, 18, from British Columbia
- JJ Wright, 18, from British Columbia
Community Response
The Southern Alberta Mustangs released a statement expressing their profound grief, stating that these young men were not just players but beloved members of their community. A GoFundMe page established for Caden Fine’s family has raised over $10,000 as of Tuesday afternoon.
Mark Carney, the Canadian Prime Minister, conveyed his condolences, emphasizing that the entire Southern Alberta Mustangs community is in the thoughts of Canadians during this painful time. The Birmingham Jr. Bulls Hockey team, where Fine played from 2021 to 2023, also shared their sorrow, stating, “Once a Jr Bull, always a Jr Bull.”
Previous Incidents
This heartbreaking event is not isolated. In December, several junior hockey players were injured in a bus collision in Alberta. Additionally, a major accident in 2018 involved the deaths of 15 individuals, including key members of a junior hockey team.
The investigation into the recent crash is ongoing, with authorities working to determine the cause. The loss of these young athletes serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities faced by junior hockey players and the communities that support them.
