ORAL HISTORY INTERVIEWS
Much of the history that we store in our heads is lost as we age or pass away. Oral history is the practice of recording people’s recollections and personal stories for the future.
Oral History Collection
Welcome to the Hockey Museum’s Oral History Collection. These audio recordings capture the personal stories, memories and experiences of players, coaches, administrators, officials and fans who have been part of hockey’s rich heritage across all levels of the game. Each interview offers unique insights into our sport’s evolution, memorable moments, and the people who shaped hockey history. Listen as they share their passion for our sport and their contributions to the hockey community.
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Avtar Singh Bhurji was a former field hockey player. Born in India, he moved to Uganda as an infant where he played hockey for his secondary school. After completing his further studies in England and playing for London Indians Hockey Club, he returned to Kampala (Uganda) and competed at the Munich 1972 Olympic Games for Uganda. He continued to play hockey until a health condition forced him to retire and transition to coaching.
Bhurji reflects on these phases in his hockey life; his favourite hockey players, the clubs he has played for and coached and how the global politics that he played and lived through impacted his hockey career and family life.
Interview date: 2020-01-27
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