Journeyman

Journeyman

by Anna Rosner
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 13/11/2020

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Journeyman is a first-person biography of Ojibwe rightwinger Jamie Leach, son of the legendary NHL superstar Reggie Leach. Follow the fascinating hockey trajectory from his childhood years watching his father play for the Philadelphia Flyers, to Jamie's first goal in the NHL.Journeyman touches on Jamie's summers on Lake Winnipeg, the World Junior Hockey Championships, his life in the minor leagues, and his eventual draft into the NHL as a Pittsburgh Penguin. Discover how some of hockey's biggeststars such as Bobby Clarke, Jaromir Jagr, and Mario Lemieux influenced Jamie's life.Written in close consultation with Jamie and his mother, readers will learn about the struggles Jamie conquered, including his father's alcoholism and his own crippling self-doubt.A story of determination, heartbreak and perseverance.“Recommended for hockey fans and nonfans alike.” – Kirkus Reviews“This straightforward, inspiring account goes down easy and should appeal to most kids, especially skaters looking for role models.” – Booklist“Jamie is a true journeyman: dedicated and relentless in achieving his goals, and a proud yet humble teammate. I'm sure you'll enjoy his story, path, and insight

ISBN:
9781773370552
9781773370552
Category:
Personal & social issues: racism & multiculturalism (Children's / Teenage)
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
13-11-2020
Language:
English
Publisher:
Great Plains Publications

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