Don Dorsett
Don Dorsett is a life-long Peterborough resident whose commitment to minor hockey is legendary. Active with the Mark Street Church Organization, Don is recognized as a family man of integrity…
Read MoreSteve Rexe
Steve was a multi-talented athlete whose abilities paved the way to hockey stardom. Born here in 1947, he played with Kenner’s football Rams and caught for City Softball and Baseball…
Read MoreRussell F. Kitchen
A talented athlete, Russ was a sport standout over a 20-year span in Peterborough. Born at Owen Sound, he moved to this city in 1929, primarily to play baseball. That…
Read MoreR. E. (Reg) Fowler
Reg Fowler was a low-key athlete who let his outstanding skills speak for themselves. Born in Peterborough in 1934, his abilities as a team player and leader, and his athletic…
Read MoreGeorge I. Dormer
Known as “The Little Iron Man,” George Dormer had an active career as a softball player, manager and sponsor with a lifetime involvement at the executive level of sport in…
Read MoreJoseph (Joey) Johnston
Joey Johnston was born in Peterborough in 1949. He played his minor hockey for Sacred Heart Church of the Church League and the Peterborough All-Star teams. In 1961 he was…
Read MoreGary Bennett
Gary Bennett was a remarkable weightlifter. On 19 occasions he competed for the Canadian championship in Olympic-style weightlifting — and he earned medal honours every time. He was the Gold…
Read MoreLeo (Pete) McGillen
Pete McGillen was born in nearby Percy Township and moved to Peterborough at age seven. He began writing for the Peterborough Examiner in 1937 and over the next two decades…
Read MoreLouis (Lou) Nickle
Lou came to Peterborough to play junior lacrosse in 1951. Invited as a replacement player after his team was eliminated, Lou led Mimico to the Canadian Championship, the Minto Cup.…
Read MoreGordon L. Beatty
Gord was a member of the Peterborough Collegiate (PCI) Senior football team that won the Central Ontario School Association title in 1941. His three-touchdown performance in the championship game lead…
Read MoreDonald W. Bye
Don, a Peterborough businessman, has consistently supported local teams financially, and actively at the administrative level for more than 30 years. Don’s sponsorship of teams began in 1960, starting with…
Read MoreC. G. E. (Cy) Whatley
Cy was born in England in 1912 and moved to Peterborough at the age of five. He started playing baseball in the local minor leagues, eventually making the Peterborough Seniors…
Read MoreWilliam (Clair) Leahy
Clair Leahy’s record as a softball pitcher, organizer and coach is outstanding; he also authored a well-used softball reference entitled: The Windmill Pitch. Clair spread his exceptional pitching talents over…
Read MoreJack Guerin
Jack Guerin was born with a passion for sports and early in life developed a unique talent for organizing and working with people, especially in hockey and baseball. Over his…
Read MoreH. V. (Herb) Warr
Herb Warr was born in nearby Westwood, moving to Peterborough at age 17. Following a stint in the Canadian Navy he became involved in minor sports with the City Boys…
Read MoreG. Edward (Gunner) Whitehill
A native of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, G. Edward Whitehill became a Peterborough resident in 1936 and quickly established himself as a quality baseball pitcher. He became known as “Gunner” although…
Read MoreDonald (Red) Wasson
This fiery redhead never gave less than his best, a quality that inspired his teammates and players to be the best they could be. Red’s 18-year tenure in City League…
Read MoreRobert (Bob) Parnall
Bob Parnall was an exceptional hockey player. While still in mid-teens he captained PCVS to the High Schools championship, played with the Jr. B Colts, and was often called up…
Read MoreGus Leonard
Gus was an athlete with diverse talents. A fine runner, he also excelled at rugby, softball and baseball and was especially adept in hockey. He was a sparkling centre on…
Read MoreFraser E. Dunfield
Born in Toronto, Fraser Dunfield was a big winner before moving here in 1936. As a high school student he was the city champion in hurdles, swimming, softball and hockey,…
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