Ron Delorme facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ron Delorme |
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| Born | September 3, 1955 North Battleford, Saskatchewan, Canada |
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| Height | 6 ft 2 in (188 cm) | ||
| Weight | 185 lb (84 kg; 13 st 3 lb) | ||
| Position | Right Wing | ||
| Shot | Right | ||
| Played for | Denver Spurs/Ottawa Civics Colorado Rockies Vancouver Canucks |
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| NHL Draft | 56th overall, 1975 Kansas City Scouts |
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| WHA Draft | 34th overall, 1975 Denver Spurs |
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| Playing career | 1975–1985 | ||
Ronald Elmer "Chief" Delorme, born on September 3, 1955, is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player. He played as a right wing in the NHL for teams like the Colorado Rockies and the Vancouver Canucks. He also played in the WHA for the Denver Spurs and Ottawa Civics. After his playing career, Delorme continued to work in hockey and is now the main amateur scout for the Vancouver Canucks. He is also known for being a Métis man who helps inspire Indigenous young people through sports.
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About Ronald "Chief" Delorme
Ronald Delorme was born in North Battleford, Canada, but he spent his childhood growing up in Cochin, Saskatchewan. He started his professional hockey journey in 1975.
Playing in the NHL and WHA
Delorme played in two major hockey leagues: the WHA and the NHL. He started with the Denver Spurs and Ottawa Civics in the WHA. Later, he joined the Colorado Rockies in the NHL. He also played for the Vancouver Canucks. He was known for his strong play as a right wing. Delorme played in the NHL until 1985, completing a long and successful career on the ice.
Life After Playing: A Hockey Scout
Even after he stopped playing, Ronald Delorme stayed involved in hockey. He joined the Vancouver Canucks staff as a scout. A scout's job is to watch young players and find new talent for the team. Delorme has been a scout for the Canucks for over 20 years. In 2000, he was given the important role of chief amateur scout. This means he leads the team that finds new, young players who might one day play for the Canucks.
Inspiring Indigenous Youth
Ronald Delorme is a proud Métis man and a member of the Cree people. He has helped break down barriers for Indigenous people in professional sports. He continues to be a role model and inspires Indigenous youth to get involved in sports. He often visits Indigenous communities and shares his story. His goal is to show young people that they can achieve their dreams, just like he did in hockey.
