I always wanted to be like Mark Messier and I loved Wayne Gretzky, the same as other kids. But it was also really special for me to see the Black players that were in the NHL. — Jarome Iginla Copy Share Image
Growing up, I played hockey because I loved playing it. I didn't view myself in minor hockey as a Black hockey player, but I was also aware that I was. — Jarome Iginla Copy Share Image
I was a big fan of Grant Fuhr. I was a big Oilers fan growing up. I started out playing goal, but there wasn't… — Jarome Iginla Copy Share Image
I played on a line with Theo Fleury and German Titov, and I was actually center on their line. — Jarome Iginla Copy Share Image
We all have different styles, so it's part of the game trying to be competitive and compete and be determined. — Jarome Iginla Copy Share Image
I remember starting hockey at age 7 and going to my first tryout and dreaming about how great it would be, and it's been… — Jarome Iginla Copy Share Image
I think we came out the last couple of game and have been able to get it going. The first couple we were tentative… — Jarome Iginla Copy Share Image
I started playing for the Flames at 19 but even in minor hockey I remember traveling to Calgary for tournaments, from St. Albert, and… — Jarome Iginla Copy Share Image
There was definitely no time in grades 11 and 12 to do any other sports. That was one downside; I really enjoyed playing other sports. — Jarome Iginla Copy Share Image
When I was younger, to be honest, watching Bo Jackson, I dreamed of playing both sports. But as I got older, the opportunities were… — Jarome Iginla Copy Share Image
As a player, I do love playing Edmonton and Vancouver, those guys, with the intensity. — Jarome Iginla Copy Share Image
I'd love to be a role model for black kids, whether they play hockey or not. — Jarome Iginla Copy Share Image
I have a favorite line that I ever got to play with, and that would be at the World Cup. I got to play… — Jarome Iginla Copy Share Image
