John Schella facts for kids
Quick facts for kids John Schella |
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| Born | May 9, 1947 Port Arthur, Ontario, Canada |
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| Died | August 3, 2018 (aged 71) Westlock, Alberta, Canada |
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| Height | 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) | ||
| Weight | 180 lb (82 kg; 12 st 12 lb) | ||
| Position | Defence | ||
| Shot | Right | ||
| Played for | Vancouver Canucks Houston Aeros |
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| Playing career | 1966–1979 | ||
John Edward Schella (born May 9, 1947 – died August 3, 2018) was a Canadian professional ice hockey player. He played as a defence player, which means he helped protect his team's goal. John Schella played for several teams during his career, including the Vancouver Canucks in the NHL and the Houston Aeros in the WHA.
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Who Was John Schella?
John Schella was born in Port Arthur, Ontario, Canada. He grew up loving hockey and became a professional player. He was known for his strong defensive skills on the ice. He played for many years, from 1966 until he retired in 1979.
Starting His Hockey Journey
John Schella began his hockey career in junior leagues. He played for the Fort William Canadiens in the TBJHL. This was where he started to show his talent as a tough defenceman. He also played a short time for the Fort William Beavers.
Playing in the NHL
John Schella made it to the big leagues in 1970. He joined the Vancouver Canucks in the NHL. The NHL is the top professional hockey league in North America. He played for the Canucks for parts of two seasons. He showed his skills against some of the best players.
His Time in the WHA
After playing in the NHL, John Schella moved to the WHA. He joined the Houston Aeros in 1972. He spent six seasons with the Aeros. This was a big part of his career. He helped the Aeros win championships. The WHA was another major hockey league at the time.
Later Career and Retirement
After his time with the Houston Aeros, John Schella played one final year. He played in the minor leagues before retiring from professional hockey in 1979. He had a long and successful career. He was a respected player in both the NHL and WHA.
