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Black ice: the Val James story

By Gallagher , John M.;James , Valmore

Book information

Publisher
Ecw Press
Year
2015
ISBN
9781770906570, 9781770412019, 1770412018, 9781770906563, 1770906568, 1770906576
Language
english
Format
AZW3
Filesize
2 MB (2198860 bytes)
Pages
208 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates) : portrai
Time added
2020-07-26 19:24:52
Black -- United States -- Biography;Black CanadianBlack Canadian hockey players;Hockey players;HockeBlack--United States;Joueurs de hockey;Joueurs deBlack;Hockey playersValmore;Hockey players -- Biography;Hockey players

Description

"Val James became the first African American player in the NHL when he took to the ice with the Buffalo Sabres in 1982, and in 1987 he became the first black player of any nationality to skate for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Born in central Florida, James grew up on Long Island and received his first pair of skates for his 13th birthday. At 16, James left home to play in Canada, where he was the only black person in junior and, often, in the whole town. While popular for his tough play and winning personality, the teenager faced racist taunts at opposing arenas, and the prejudice continued at all levels of the game. In his two NHL stints, James defined himself as a smart team player and opponent, known for his pugilistic skills."--Publisher.

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