Contact SlapshotSpeakers today at 888.246.7141 to book Willie O’Ree for a corporate appearance, virtual appearance, speaking engagement, store grand opening, autograph signing, product endorsement, moderated Q&A or an exclusive meet and greet. The hockey booking agents at SlapshotSpeakers work on your behalf to get you the best price for your desired player at your next event.

SlapshotSpeakers has built direct relationships with the top current stars and retired hockey legends, Stanley Cup Champions, coaches and local heroes. We specialize in assisting all size companies with booking hockey celebrities like Willie O’Ree for speaking engagements and appearances at grand openings, golf tournaments, casinos, conventions, and corporate events. Throughout all of Canada and the US, companies have turned to SlapshotSpeakers to get the booking fee, appearance cost, and booking agent contact information for Willie O’Ree.

Willie O’Ree Biography

Willie O'Ree is a pioneer who was the first African American player in the history of the National Hockey League.O'Ree made his NHL debut with the Boston Bruins on January 18th, 1958 against the Montreal Canadiens.He played in just two games that year and would not return to the league until 1961.In 1961, he put up four goals and ten assists in 43 games.O'Ree also overcame the obstacle of being 95 percent blind in his right eye due to a hockey injury.He had great minor league success in the WHL, twice winning that league's scoring title.The San Diego Gulls retired his number and it hangs in the San Diego Sports Arena.A native of New Brunswick, Canada, O'Ree was inducted into the New Brunswick Hall of Fame in 1984 and was also awarded the Order of Canada.He has been honored by the NHL many times and was director for youth development on the league's diversity task force.;

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