BC Soccer Remembers Bob Favelle

BC Soccer is saddened to learn of the passing of Bob Favelle, at the age of 73. 

Favelle dedicated his life to sports all over the Tri-Cities, most notable as the Executive Director of the Port Moody Soccer Club, Co-Chair of the Tri-Cities Youth Soccer District board, and a Director on BC Soccer’s Board of Directors. 

Bob Favelle's unwavering dedication to soccer is felt throughout British Columbia. Favelle's contributions to soccer extend over 26 remarkable years, a period during which he has worn many hats. His deep-rooted commitment to the sport has left an indelible mark on the Port Moody Soccer Club which saw him spearhead the development of an adult soccer program that now boasts over 13 teams, catering to both male and female players.

At the BC Soccer 2024 Annual General Meeting, Favelle was honoured with the Life Membership award for his commitment to soccer across BC. He was recently humbled and honoured to have the field at Inlet Park in Port Moody named after him in recognition of his dedication to soccer as a coach, mentor, and leader.

He is survived by his wife, Norma, his children Jacqueline and Ian (Amanda), and his grandchildren Zadie and Dash.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Pitt Meadows Golf Course on Friday, September 5th at 2:00 pm. All are welcome.

Established in 1904, BC Soccer is the largest provincial sports organization (PSO) in BC and the third largest soccer-specific PSO in Canada with over 150,000 participants, consisting of registered players, coaches, referees, administrators and soccer leaders. As a professional not-for-profit society and a member of Canada Soccer, BC Soccer is committed to providing the widest opportunities for existing and potential participants, as well as provide support in the most effective and appropriate way for current players, parents, volunteers, member clubs, leagues, and districts.

Safe Sport Statement

BC Soccer believes that everyone involved in soccer has the right to participate in safe and inclusive environments free of abuse, harassment, discrimination, and to enjoy the sport at whatever level or capacity they participate in. The welfare of everyone involved in soccer is the foremost consideration and in particular, the protection of children in the sport is the responsibility of everyone involved.