<p>Originally from Brooklin, ON, Jordan is in his third season with the Owen Sound Attack, after being drafted in 2020 as a 12th Round pick (# 151).</p><br><p>The Jerseys designed by Jordan as both a celebration of diversity within the game and in support of Team Jamaica and the Owen Sound Emancipation Festival.</p><p>The black and red jerseys feature a prominent raised, clenched fist symbolizing the fight against racism as well as the empowerment of future generations of Black hockey players. All game-worn and issued jerseys worn by the Attack on Feb. 3 will be auctioned off online through the Attack’s DASH auction page, which will be open for bids from Jan. 29 to Feb. 5 at 6 p.m.</p><br><p>In the episode Taos discussed:</p><br><p>NHL Video Game Experience:</p><ul><li>Taos shares his experience of being included in an NHL video game, highlighting the significance of representation in gaming.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Background and Early Hockey Journey:</p><ul><li>Taos talks about growing up in Brooklyn, Ontario, and his experiences learning to skate and play hockey with his father.</li><li>His cultural background, with his grandparents being from Jamaica.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Diversity in Hockey:</p><ul><li>Discussion about the diversity within Tess's hockey teams and his experiences as a minority player in the sport.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Junior Hockey Career:</p><ul><li>Taos shares his journey through junior hockey, including his time with the Central Ontario Wolves and his draft experience with the Owen Sound Attack.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Role Models and Inspirations:</p><ul><li>Taos discusses his hockey role models, including NHL players like P.K. Subban and Wayne Simmonds, as well as local inspirations.</li><li>Taos describes his playing style as a defensive defenseman and shares his goals for improving his offensive skills.</li><li>His leadership role in advocating for diversity and inclusion in hockey.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Initiatives for Black History Month:</p><ul><li>Taos talks about his efforts to raise awareness and celebrate Black History Month through special jerseys and community outreach.</li><li>Mention of the historical significance of black settlers in the Owen Sound region.</li><li>Taos discusses his personal experiences with racism in hockey and the importance of collective action to address racism and promote inclusivity.</li><li>Positive experiences of support and encouragement from teammates and fans in the face of racism.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Community Engagement and Mentorship:</p><ul><li>Taos reflects on his role as a mentor and role model for young black hockey players, emphasizing the importance of representation and support.</li><li>Taos shares memorable moments from his OHL career, including his first goal, and discusses his aspirations of playing in the NHL.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Education and Personal Development:</p><ul><li>Taos talks about balancing hockey with education and his plans for furthering his studies while pursuing his hockey career.</li><li>Taos emphasizes the need for greater diversity in hockey audiences and encourages fans to engage with players from diverse backgrounds.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>For CHL new and tickets visit <a href="https://chl.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">chl.ca</a></p><p>To learn more on how you can help make hockey accessible to all, check out <a href="https://hockeyequality.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hockeyequality.org</a></p><p>The see the Black Hockey card collection and learn more go to <a href="http://www.blackhockeycards.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.blackhockeycards.com</a></p><br><p>Produced by <a href="https://www.podstarter.io/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Podstarter</a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
