Former USOC chief executive given new Commissioner's role
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By Duncan Mackay in Dubai
British Sports Internet Writer of the Year
April 29 - Rene Fasel (pictured), the President of the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) and an influential member figure in the Olympic Movement, has been officially reprimanded for a conflict of interest over broadcasting rights.
January 6 - Bavarian ice hockey clubs SC Riessersee and EHC Munich will this week put local rivalry behind them in a united and unique show of support for Munich’s bid to host the 2018 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.