Jerome Vandevoorde

Muskegon's Hockey History and Heroes Jerome Vandevoorde

Muskegon is a hockey town. For 46 straight years it has been a proud member of three distinguished leagues: the International Hockey League, the Colonial Hockey League, and now, the United Hockey League. And back in the late 1930s and early 1940s, Muskegon was part of the Michigan Ontario Hockey League. Muskegons Hockey fans have enjoyed the sport of hockey with a fanaticsm that other communities can only envy. And why shouldn't they? They have had some of the most dedicated owners, coaches, and players come through their city, bringing with them 12 regular season championships and 8 playoff championships. But championships are only part of the story. Any fan can tell you that there is something special in watching hockey here in Muskegon. Most fans have a particular memory that will live in their hearts and minds forever. Get inside Muskegon's Hockey History and Heroes and relive the great hockey memories of yesteryear.