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Object ID |
2025.1.39 |
Object Name |
Video Recording |
Title |
Class of 1992 Henri Richard Acceptance Speech |
Scope & Content |
Length: 2:32 The 1992 Canada's Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony was held at the Royal York Hotel and Convention Centre. Summary: Henri Richard opened his speech with humour, saying he wished he could leave the stage but it was too late. He reflected fondly on the three dreams he had as a young boy: to play for the Montreal Canadiens, to marry the woman he loved, and to one day own a tavern in Montreal. Remarkably, he accomplished all three. He met his wife when he was six and had been married to her for 37 years. He fulfilled his dream of playing alongside his brother Maurice for the Canadiens, and he eventually owned a tavern—though he noted he has since sold it and no longer plays hockey, but remains happily married. Richard expressed deep pride in being inducted into Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame, accepting the honour with humility and gratitude. He concluded by thanking the organization for selecting him and congratulating his fellow inductees. |
Date |
1992/10/15 |
Year Range from |
1992 |
Year Range to |
1992 |
People |
Richard, Henri |
Search Terms |
1992 induction Order of Sport Award acceptance speech athlete ice hockey NHL Montreal Canadiens Stanley Cup Order of Canada Henri Richard |