Provide the class with a short history on jordin tootoo, this can be done by explaining that jordin tootoo became the first inuk to play in a national hockey league nhl game and is a role model for many youth. All the way by jordin tootoo, is a novel that portrays sorrow and strength as it tells the story of a man growing up defeating anything. The goal is to help a wide range of charitable causes including nonprofits addressing suicide awareness and prevention, as well as those supporting youth at risk. Shop amongst our popular books, including 4, all the way, jordin tootoo and more from jordin tootoo. Such an amazing career tootoo has had given what hes had to overcome, and such an accomplishment to get cleaned up and stay that way. Oct 19, 2018 longtime nhl grinder jordin tootoo is set to be honored tonight by his junior team, the whls brandon wheat kings, and again by the edmonton oilers tomorrow. Jordin tootoo news from united press international. Although hockey is a rough sport to begin with, jordin tootoo is known for having to fight his way through.
Jordin grew up in a very traditional way of life living off the land. In the 20112012hockey season as a member of the nashville predators, he will be playing in many cities. The incident occurred after nashvilles own gm, david poile, publicly supported league action to prevent such hits on goaltenders. Apr 24, 2014 little hockey fan freaks out when jordin tootoo gives him his stick.
Tootoo was waived by chicago on monday, rick ralph of tsn 1290 winnipeg reports though tootoo managed to score 30 points in 201112, hes. Well, the 35yearold got the weekends festivities off to a hot start this evening by officially announcing his retirement from pro hockey. Waneek hornmiller and jordin tootoo delivered inspirational keynote addresses during an indigenous day of learning in school district no. And at the young age of 19, jordin tootoo also inspires. Jordin s story he grew up in rankin inlet, nunavut, with his older brother terence and sister. To book speaker jordin tootoo for your next event, contact the lavin agency today, his exclusive speakers bureau. Horn miller tootoo board of education of school district no. Jul 05, 2015 first up on the docket is jordin tootoos autobiography, all the way. My life on ice by jordin tootoo all the way my life on ice online books database doc id de26da online books database ice is available on pdf epub and doc format you can directly download and save in all. Jordin established the team tootoo fund because he wanted to give back. When the book hit shelves last year, macleans magazine called all the way, the most compelling, honest and unputdownable hockey read in years especially in comparison to other predictable hockey biographies that have the feel of a tim. Last spring, this bright hockey player, who hails from rankin inlet in nunavut, became the first inuk, and first person ever from his territory, to. Jordin tootoos latest stop on a long, hard journey the. Jordin tootoo hits ryan miller from the buffalo sabres at nashville predators game on dec 3, 2011.
As a counselor who works in the mental health and addictions field, this was absolutely inspiring and touching. Mar 19, 20 jordin tootoo was born february 2, 1983 in manitoba. Whl east first allstar team 2003 signed as a free agent by detroit, july 1, 2012. Dec 03, 2011 jordin tootoo hits ryan miller from the buffalo sabres at nashville predators game on dec 3, 2011.
Photo by courtney szto tootoos book is a confession, consequences be damned. He was the first inuk player and first person raised in nunavut to play in the nhl. All the way my life on ice jordin tootoo official website. Jordin tootoo player profile, stats and championships.
Jordin tootoo hits ryan miller dec 3, 2011 youtube. Jordin tootoo says hes thankful to nunavummiut for the support they give him. In 20 stephen brunt mentioned on radio that he was working on a book with tootoo. Kellie pickler goes off on jordin tootoo at concert tv. Oct 24, 2014 jordin tootoos latest stop on a long, hard journey jordin tootoo, the only inuk to play in the n. And when he was drafted by nashville in 2001 and made the predators out of camp in 2003, he became a leader in another wayas the first player of inuk descent to suit up in the nhl. Jordin tootoo special youth 2002 jordin tootoo shoots and he scores. In 2011, jordin established the team tootoo fund in order to give back. Tootoos return is going to create a big mess for the hawks. Jordin tootoo compilation highlights from the past and present. Jordins story he grew up in rankin inlet, nunavut, with his older brother. Jordin tootoo is the first player of inuk descent to suit up in the nhl. My life on ice, a collaboration with sports journalist stephen brunt, jordin tootoo talks about his personal life and struggles. The captain, a fan favourite, a star in international competition, tootoo was always a leader.
Little hockey fan freaks out when jordin tootoo gives him. Its rather evident that this hockey player ended his relationship with kellie pickler in the most immoral of ways. The captain of canadas under18, a fan favourite on the world junior squad, and a whl top prospect who could intimidate both goalies and enforcers, he was always a leader. It seemed as though nothing could stop jordin tootoo on the ice. Jordin has had more than his fair share of fights both on and off the ice. The highs and lows in the journey of the first inuit to play in the nhl. Jordin tootoo runs over ryan miller followed by a line brawl between the sabres and predators december 3, 2011 jordin tootoo hit ryan. Aug 18, 2015 jordin tootoo is my favorite hockey player and is a role model for children and adults everywhere. Little hockey fan freaks out when jordin tootoo gives him his stick. Second issue, tootoo does not deserve a hawks roster spot. Tootoo has been honing his skills on the ice since he was eight years old. Back in late december 2010, jordin tootoo was playing his typical agitatingstyle, hitting seemingly everything that moved, fighting, occasionally scoring for the nashville predators. Jordin tootoos latest stop on a long, hard journey jordin tootoo, the only inuk to play in the n.
The first issue is the hawks do not have any roster spots open. Bibliography of resources for jordan tootoo indigenous. Terence was born march 28, 1980, and lived his early childhood days in rankin inlet, nu. Signed as a free agent by new jersey, october 7, 2014. This book was so easy to read that i felt that he was talking directly to me. Jordin tootoos latest stop on a long, hard journey the new. On december 6, 2011, the nhl suspended tootoo again, this time for two games, as a result of a charging incident against buffalo sabres goaltender ryan miller in a game played on december 3, 2011. This book shows tootoos absolute dedication and hard work in not only his professional life as a hockey player, but also his personal life. Jordin tootoo retirement video brandon, mb after 220 regular season games with the brandon wheat kings and 723 games in the national hockey league. It wasnt until 2003 that jordin kudluk thunder tootoo became the first inuk to play in an nhl game. Jordin tootoo, faces some of the hardest battles in life, including dealing with suicide, alcohol issues and family problems. Melanie florence, a writer who has published a wide variety of articles on aboriginal people and issues, tackled the interesting and emotional story of jordin tootoo, the.
Longtime nhl grinder jordin tootoo is set to be honored tonight by his junior team, the whls brandon wheat kings, and again by the edmonton oilers tomorrow. Jordin tootoo of nashville predators suspended 2 games for hit on. Noel kaludjak the nhl player, his wife jennifer and fourmonthold daughter siennarose arrived in rankin inlet. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. Placed on waivers by rotowire staff nov 29, 2017 at 12. Jordin tootoo received a charging major and game misconduct. I know tootoo has a rep, i know its millers first game back, but come the. A message to jordin in his brother terences suicide note. Jordin tootoo cap hit, salary, contracts, contract history, earnings, aav, free agent status. His reputation makes the hit look far worse than it is, 5 min and a.
For more information about team tootoo please visit the website. I was really happy because he seemed like a great guy. Hockey night in nunavut introduction jordin tootoo is a remarkable young canadian who may become the first inuit to play professional hockey in the nhl. Share this article 739 shares share tweet text email link laken litman.
Jordin tootoos stats comparative worksheet activitylesson ideas. The hockey news, 2014 summer time means summer reading. Of inuit and ukrainian descent, he is both the first inuk player and the first player to grow up in nunavut to participate in an nhl game. Jordin tootoo documentary jordin tootoo documentary by ray zate.
Terence george okkumaluk tootoo it is with great sadness that the family of terence george okkumaluk tootoo announces his death on august 28, 2002, in brandon, mb, during his 22nd year. And when tootoo was drafted by nashville in 2000 and made the predators out of camp in 2003, he became a leader in. I remember 10 years ago or so i worked at a liquor store in west kelowna and i saw jordin several times a week just dropping so much cash on booze. Check out the latest jordin tootoo photos and pictures on. Jordin tootoo details journey to nhl and battles with alcohol in new biography back to video but the most interesting book this season may be all the way. Last seen in the 20162017 season with the chicago blackhawks nhl. He hails from rankin inlet, a small community in nunavut, canadaos newest territory.
Jordin tootoo is my favorite hockey player and is a role model for children and adults everywhere. Find jordin tootoo stats, teams, height, weight, position. Blackhawks agree to terms with forward jordin tootoo. This is a page dedicated to nhl enforcer jordin tootoo. Jordin tootoo details journey to nhl and battles with alcohol. Jordin john kudluk tootoo msm is a canadian former professional hockey player, who played. For this reason i want to introduce you to jordin tootoo. Little hockey fan freaks out when jordin tootoo gives him his. Jordin tootoo was born february 2, 1983 in manitoba. All the way by jordin tootoo meet your next favorite book. Jordin tootoo speaking bio and videos the lavin agency. Jordin tootoo runs ryan miller in his first game back puck daddy. Nashville predators forward jordin tootoo was suspended two games for charging sabres goalie ryan miller in buffalos 32 win saturday.
Sep 14, 2014 jordin tootoo documentary by ray zate. Kellie pickler goes off on jordin tootoo at concert tv fanatic. Tootoo, 33, has played the last two seasons with the new jersey devils where he. Jordin tootoo returns to rankin inlet with baby daughter cbc. Jordin tootoo runs ryan miller in his first game back. Oct 31, 2014 jordin tootoo details journey to nhl and battles with alcohol in new biography back to video but the most interesting book this season may be all the way. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your. The first inuk to play in the national hockey league says he hopes his new book will inspire others to seek help with their difficulties. I mean, fuck, who wouldnt be an alcoholic after that. Not just a hockey book the first inuk to play in the national hockey league says he hopes his new book will inspire others to seek help with their. The chicago blackhawks announced today they have agreed to terms with forward jordin tootoo on a oneyear contract. Jordin tootoo details journey to nhl and battles with. Aug 05, 2015 jordin tootoo will also switch from no.
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