Chicago Cougars
chuckfox In the sixth grade, his teacher asked the class to interview a person who was like what they wanted to be when they grew up.
Chuck wanted to be a hockey player. So, Chuck dialed up Pat “Whitey” Stapleton. Number twelve. All-star defenseman for the Chicago Blackhawks.
Pat was gracious to the kid during the interview, even brushing off the network film cameras so that Chuck could get the early exclusive. After the session, Pat suggested Chuck help out around the rink and get free ice time. Starting as a rink-rat, gradually moving his way up to team equipment boy. Chuck never forgot that .