By Chris Vandenbreekel/CKOM News Staff

Nathan Oystrick leaving Humboldt Broncos

Dec 28, 2018 | 10:40 AM

Nathan Oystrick is stepping away from coaching and managing the Humboldt Broncos, after taking over the team in the wake of April’s deadly bus crash.

Oystrick announced on Twitter Friday morning he was stepping away.

“Despite the extreme stress and constant pressure of working with the organization, I gave them everything I possibly could and am proud of their performance, and mine, this season.”

The Regina-born former NHLer joined the team as head coach and general manager in July, and had helped the rebuilding Broncos to a 21-13-2-1 record by the holiday break.

He took over after head coach Darcy Haugan and 15 other members of the Broncos were killed on April 6, when their team bus collided with a semi at the intersection of Highways 35 and 335 near Melfort.

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No reason was given for Oystrick’s departure, and the team did not immediately return a request for comment.

More details were expected to be released by the team and Broncos later Friday.