Overview
Rhonda was one of the founders of organized women's hockey in Canada in the 1980s. As the first salaried female employee working for the OWHA, Rhonda sat as chairwoman of the inaugural Women's National Hockey Championships, directed the first Female Council (the main voice for girls' hockey today), and was the first woman to ever sit on the CAHA (Hockey Canada) Board of Directors. OFFSIDE details the numerous trials that women like Rhonda had to overcome to make hockey a socially acceptable sport for women in Canada. Her story combines colourful and thought-provoking anecdotes to bring to light the important history that paved the way for women to enjoy the game today. The book is a must-read for hockey fans and aspiring female athletes across the continent.
Full Product Details
Author: Rhonda Leeman Taylor ,
Denbeigh Whitmarsh ,
Lahens Marlon
Publisher: Rhonda Leeman Taylor
Imprint: Rhonda Leeman Taylor
Dimensions:
Width: 15.20cm
, Height: 1.40cm
, Length: 22.90cm
Weight: 0.372kg
ISBN: 9781999232313
ISBN 10: 1999232313
Pages: 202
Publication Date: 05 October 2019
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
Rhonda Leeman Taylor's OFFSIDE story offers honest and needed perspectives from a pivotal time in the development of women's hockey. While it may be difficult for today's young players to truly grasp the challenges faced by Rhonda (and countless other pioneers of the women's game), it is important to share these solemn accounts and celebratory victories in order to really appreciate the progress that has been realized and the efforts that are still needed for all players to enjoy equitable opportunities and lifelong enjoyment of the great game of hockey. Thank you Rhonda for sharing your memoir and for skillfully stickhandling your way through so many hurdles! Dr. Denyse Lafrance Horning Women's Hockey Researcher Nipissing University
""Rhonda Leeman Taylor's ""OFFSIDE"" story offers honest and needed perspectives from a pivotal time in the development of women's hockey. While it may be difficult for today's young players to truly grasp the challenges faced by Rhonda (and countless other pioneers of the women's game), it is important to share these solemn accounts and celebratory victories in order to really appreciate the progress that has been realized and the efforts that are still needed for all players to enjoy equitable opportunities and lifelong enjoyment of the great game of hockey. Thank you Rhonda for sharing your memoir and for skillfully stickhandling your way through so many hurdles!"" Dr. Denyse Lafrance Horning Women's Hockey Researcher Nipissing University
