HAROLD D. “MOONEY” GIBSON

HAROLD D. “MOONEY” GIBSON 1909-1984 The lacrosse playing career of Harold “Mooney” Gibson spanned 17 years and included field and box-lacrosse games as he toiled with the Brampton Excelsiors between 1924 and 1941. Gibson, a home fielder, was described as a splendid pivot man by coach Eddie Powers. He always demonstrated plenty of speed and seldom left the field during 80minute matches. Mooney starred with the 1930 and 1931 Excelsior Mann Cup Canadian senior lacrosse champions. In 1932, he joined the professional box-lacrosse Toronto Maple Leafs, managed by Conn Smythe. Gibson was not only a shifty playmaker, but also a fine ball carrier that had a fast shot. His aggressive style earned him praise from his coaches. He was elected to the Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame Field section in 1978. Mooney coached Brampton Intermediates in 1935, assisted with the minor lacrosse program from 1946-49 and served as an OLA referee from 1942-1950. In addition to lacrosse, Gibson was a prominent hockey player, who placed job security ahead of a professional hockey tryout with the Maple Leafs of the National Hockey League. He also enjoyed his curling at the Brampton Curling Club. Inducted November 28, 1984