Chick Webster facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Chick Webster |
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Webster with the Petawawa Grenades, circa 1940s
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| Born | November 3, 1920 Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
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| Died | January 18, 2018 (aged 97) Mattawa, Ontario, Canada |
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| Height | 5 ft 11 in (180 cm) | ||
| Weight | 160 lb (73 kg; 11 st 6 lb) | ||
| Position | Centre | ||
| Shot | Left | ||
| Played for | New York Rangers | ||
| Playing career | 1940–1953 | ||
John Robert "Chick" Webster (born November 3, 1920 – died January 18, 2018) was a professional ice hockey player. He played 14 games in the National Hockey League (NHL), which is the top ice hockey league. Before playing hockey professionally, he was a brave soldier during World War II.
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Who Was Chick Webster?
Chick Webster was born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He was known for his hockey skills and his service in the military. His nickname, "Chick," came from his love for chewing Chiclets gum when he was a player!
Chick Webster's Hockey Journey
Chick Webster played as a centre in ice hockey. He was part of the New York Rangers team during the 1949-50 season. Even though he only played a few games in the NHL, he had a longer career in other professional leagues.
Chick wasn't the only hockey player in his family! His brother, Don Webster, also played in the NHL for a short time with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Serving His Country
Before his time in the NHL, Chick Webster was a soldier in World War II. He was a "forward observer" and "gunner" for the 13th Field Regiment. This means he helped direct artillery fire and operated weapons. He served in many different places, including Germany, Holland, England, France, and even in the North Sea. His service helped protect his country during a very important time in history.
Later Life and Legacy
After his hockey career, Chick Webster lived in different parts of Ontario, Canada. He spent time in Richmond Hill, Ontario, and later in Mattawa, Ontario.
Chick Webster lived a very long life. He passed away at his home in Mattawa on January 18, 2018, when he was 97 years old. For a short time before he passed, he was the oldest living former NHL player! This happened after another famous player, Milt Schmidt, died in 2017.
Chick Webster's life shows us how someone can be both a dedicated athlete and a brave soldier.
Images for kids
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Webster with the Petawawa Grenades, circa 1940s
