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OverviewP.K. Subban is a remarkable athlete and role model. Initially drafted in 2007 to the Montreal Canadiens, P.K. now plays for the New Jersey Devils. He's set records and won the Norris Trophy, the highest honor in hockey for a defenseman. Often the center of controversy, he is the pride of many fans and a hero to young athletes of color. His stand against racism relies more on actions to support others than on relating his own experiences. He is known to have made the largest donation to charity by a Canadian athlete in history, and works to build an understanding between at-risk youth and law enforcement across North America. Distributed in the U.S by Lerner Publishing Group Full Product DetailsAuthor: Catherine RondinaPublisher: Lorimer Children & Teens Imprint: Lorimer Children & Teens Dimensions: Width: 10.90cm , Height: 1.00cm , Length: 17.50cm Weight: 0.136kg ISBN: 9781459415089ISBN 10: 1459415086 Pages: 160 Publication Date: 04 February 2020 Recommended Age: From 9 to 10 years Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock  We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsThis entry in the Lorimer Recordbooks series profiles Black Canadian hockey player Pernell-Karl 'P. K.' Subban. Subban's father encouraged his interest in hockey from a young age, and as Subban grew up, he was always the youngest player on any team. Though he experienced racism throughout his career, he became one of the NHL's top defensemen with the Montreal Canadiens and won the Norris Trophy in 2013. Subban was at the height of his success with the Canadiens in 2016, so fans were shocked and angered when he was traded to the Nashville Predators, where he played until he was traded to the New Jersey Devils in 2019. Though Subban's outspokenness has made him disliked by some, no one can deny the difference he's made with his donations to those in need. Back matter includes photos, fact boxes, and career highlights, though no direct interview with Subban himself. Hockey fans, or anyone inspired by how perseverance leads to success, will be inspired by Subban's story.--Booklist -- Journal Author InformationCATHERINE RONDINA is a writer, educator, library assistant and sports fan. She writes award-winning nonfiction for children, and her previous Lorimer Recordbook on hockey star goalie Carey Price win the 2019 Silver Birch Non-Fiction Award. Catherine lives in Richmond Hill, Ontario. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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