Canada added a new and important page to its hockey and national history in the recently completed Vancouver Olympic Winter Games.
The men’s hockey team overtime final win for the gold against the U.S. is already a classic. The tournament was thrilling throughout. And, the women provided an equally inspiring level of skill and commitment. Their accomplishments are second to none.
These recently completed games are but the most recent chapter in a story that started close to a cenury ago.
Andrew Podnieks, author of more than 50 books on hockey, has chronicled the history of Canadian Olympic hockey in his book, Canada’s Olympic Hockey History, 1920-2010 (Fenn; 2009).
It’s a fascinating and diverse story. Canada’s Olympic hockey team has taken many twists and turns over the years.
In this Journey intio Hockey, we speak with Andrew Podnieks about his book and the history it chronicles.
As Canada celebrates the wins of 2010, the earlier contributions of the likes of William Hewitt, Father David Bauer, Dave King and Cassie Campbell should not be forgotten.
Broadcast: February 15 (Before Canada’s 2010 wins)
At: http://conversationsontheroad.podbus.com/?p=379
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