George Fargher

(Feb. 12, 1952 —)

From Nelson, B.C., he began a lengthy relationship with the Ottawa Senators when he joined their scouting staff in 1996. . . . Started scouting career with the WHL’s Tri-City Americans in 1994, then spent the next season with the New York Islanders. . . . Was in his fourth season as an assistant coach with the junior A Vernon Lakers in November 1989 when head coach Ernie Gare was fired. Fargher resigned because he didn’t agree with the decision. . . . In summer of 1995, Gare, a scout with the Toronto Maple Leafs, recommended Fargher to the Islanders, who were looking for a western scout. . . . Was Gare’s assistant as the Lakers won BCHL titles in 1988 and 1989. They went on to the Centennial Cup in 1989. . . . Won 1971-72 BCHL championship with Gare as a teammate on the Vernon Essos.