P.K. SUBBAN

Follows a black Canadian ice hockey player’s career.

As a child in Toronto, Subban declared that he wanted to be a professional hockey player. His Caribbean immigrant parents were die-hard hockey fans who helped foster Subban’s love of the game. With the support of his family—including his four siblings, two of whom followed in his professional hockey playing footsteps—and active encouragement from the family with whom he was billeted, Subban became a force to reckon with. He even became the first black recipient of the Norris Trophy in 2013, the peak accolade for defensemen in ice hockey. Subban’s journey has had trials and challenges, many of which have involved dealing with racism. As a black hockey player, Subban has been exposed to much vitriol in this mostly white sport. Still, he has remained undeterred and focused on his goal of being a role model and change-maker. His career stats and charity work demonstrate success in both arenas. With the help of quotes from his parents, coaches, teachers, and friends, Rondina gives readers a concise overview of Subban’s athletic career that reads much like a highlight reel. This will prove to be an easy read even for those who are not hockey fans.

An accessible treatment of a remarkable ice hockey career.