Alabama Junior Hockey Players Killed in Canada Crash

Three teammates died on their way to practice in a collision with a semi-truck.

Feb. 5, 2026 at 3:39pm

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Three junior hockey players from Alabama and Canada were killed in a car crash on their way to practice in southern Alberta, Canada. Caden Fine, 17, a former player for the Birmingham Jr. Bulls, and his teammates JJ Wright and Cameron Casorso, both 18 and from Kamloops, British Columbia, died when their car collided with a semi-truck pulling gravel.

Why it matters

The tragic accident has devastated the close-knit hockey community, with the Birmingham Jr. Bulls, Kamloops Minor Hockey Association, and the Southern Alberta Mustangs all mourning the loss of the young players. The crash highlights the risks and dangers faced by young athletes traveling to practices and games.

The details

The collision occurred south of Calgary as the three players were on their way to practice with the Southern Alberta Mustangs junior hockey team. Caden Fine, JJ Wright, and Cameron Casorso were all killed in the crash. The team is working with authorities as they investigate the incident.

  • The crash occurred on Monday, February 5, 2026.

The players

Caden Fine

A 17-year-old former player for the Birmingham Jr. Bulls who was a recent addition to the Southern Alberta Mustangs junior hockey team.

JJ Wright

An 18-year-old player from Kamloops, British Columbia who grew up playing in the Kamloops Minor Hockey Association.

Cameron Casorso

An 18-year-old player from Kamloops, British Columbia who grew up playing in the Kamloops Minor Hockey Association.

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What they’re saying

“Caden's love for the game began in our House program in 2020. He went on to wear the Jr Bulls jersey from 2021–2023, bringing an infectious smile to the locker room and undeniable grit to the ice … This is a heartbreaking day for our entire hockey community. We extend our deepest condolences to Caden's family, friends, and teammates during this unimaginable time. Once a Jr Bull, always a Jr Bull.”

— Birmingham Jr. Bulls, Statement

“Our thoughts are with the Casorso, Wright, and Fine families. These three young men were teammates and friends to many. We are grieving together, as one hockey family forever changed by the loss of these young men.”

— Kamloops Minor Hockey Association, Statement

What’s next

The Southern Alberta Mustangs are working with authorities to investigate the crash and provide support to the families of the deceased players.

The takeaway

This tragic accident has deeply impacted the close-knit hockey community, highlighting the risks young athletes face while traveling to practices and games. The loss of these three promising players at such a young age is heartbreaking, and their teams and communities are coming together to mourn and support one another during this difficult time.