JAMES McCUTCHEON

JAMES McCUTCHEON

APRIL 8, 1904  FEBRUARY 15, 1985

Jim, affectionately known as the father of minor hockey in Brampton, was instrumental in establishing the Brampton Minor Hockey Association. He served as its president for 10 years.

Following the start of BMHA in 1945, Jim refereed and coached at the freezing outdoor rinks and Central and McHugh Public Schools prior to the opening of Brampton Memorial Arena in 1949.

For many years, Jim’s Saturdays began early and ran well into the afternoon.

His 194849 Peewee team won the Central Ontario championship in a game played at Maple Leaf Gardens. In 195354, Jim’s minor midget club won an Ontario Minor Hockey Association ‘A’ championship.

Jim’s guidance throughout its formative years gave BMHA a solid foundation. Jim became a charter life member of the BMHA in 1972.

Inducted November 20, 1985