John Mariucci - Eveleth, MN
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member wildernessmama
N 47° 28.289 W 092° 31.690
15T E 535554 N 5257668
John Mariucci was in the first class to be inducted into the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame in 1973.
Waymark Code: WMG8YK
Location: Minnesota, United States
Date Posted: 01/30/2013
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member saopaulo1
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John Mariucci, native of Eveleth, MN, was an American ice hockey player, administrator, and coach. He was in the first class to be inducted into the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame in 1973. The plaque in front of the building reads:

"A Tribute to John Mariucci, ATHLETE–COACH–LEADER

Who through the force of his unique personality and determination, laid the foundation for the great U. S. Olympic hockey championships. His belief in the capabilities of the American player shaped not only his goal, but also the future of all American hockey. This monument stands as a testimony to his contribution and his vision.

from The American Hockey Players"

The plaque was placed in front of the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame in 1989 by the American Hockey Players.
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Location: In front of the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame in Eveleth

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