Gong Show in Gatineau
he was fired with cause after an independent investigation by chl for abusing players
Serge Beausoleil was fired as GM and head coach of the Rimouski Océanic (QMJHL) on April 24, 2023, after 12 seasons with the organization.0 Key Details from the Time • He had been with Rimouski since the 2011-12 season (longest-tenured coach with one team in the league at the time). • Record: 426 wins in 765 regular-season games (10th all-time in QMJHL wins); led them to the President’s Cup in 2015. • The team finished 33-26-9 that season (9th in the league), won a first-round playoff series, then lost in the second round. • The organization issued a statement thanking him for his contributions and dedication. Danny Dupont became interim GM.35 The move was described as a “bomb” or surprise in Quebec media. Reports suggested the organization wanted a new direction, especially with Rimouski set to host the 2025 Memorial Cup.41 Main News Articles (April 2023) • Dose.ca: “Bomb in the QMJHL: Serge Beausoleil is fired” — Covers the announcement and his accomplishments.0 • Radio-Canada: L’Océanic congédie Serge Beausoleil — French coverage of the dismissal.38 • La Presse and RDS.ca also reported it prominently.39 Aftermath Joël Perreault was later named the new head coach. Beausoleil quickly moved on: he became GM of the Gatineau Olympiques (starting 2023-24) and has served as interim head coach there as well.17 No newer firing-related news exists — this refers to the 2023 event. Let me know if you want more details on his career, stats, or current role!
