Thesis Format
Monograph
Degree
Master of Arts
Program
Kinesiology
Supervisor
Forsyth, Janice
Abstract
The shortage of Indigenous representation in sport history literature is unmistakable. Interest is growing to acknowledge stories of untold numbers of Indigenous athletes who remain inconspicuous in Canadian sport history. One way to accomplish this is to publicize the national stories of these athletes as the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) recommends. This thesis, which focuses on the life of Ken Moore, presents his accomplishments as an athlete, but moreover, offers a version of his national story by shedding light on the challenges he faced as an Indigenous athlete. The paper includes an assessment of the responsibilities of the TRC, regarding its recommendations, and addresses the response to the imperatives by various organizations. Because my research provides adequate evidence to support Ken's membership, I also investigate the induction policies, practices and history of Canada's Sports Hall of Fame.
Summary for Lay Audience
The shortage of Indigenous representation in sport history literature is unmistakable. Interest is growing to acknowledge stories of untold numbers of Indigenous athletes who remain inconspicuous in Canadian sport history. One way to accomplish this is to publicize the national stories of these athletes as the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) recommends. This thesis, which focuses on the life of Ken Moore, presents his accomplishments as an athlete, but moreover, offers a version of his national story by shedding light on the challenges he faced as an Indigenous athlete. The paper includes an assessment of the responsibilities of the TRC, regarding its recommendations, and addresses the response to the imperatives by various organizations. Because my research provides adequate evidence to support Ken's membership, I also investigate the induction policies, practices and history of Canada's Sports Hall of Fame.
Recommended Citation
McCormick, James C., "Ken Moore: A National Story of an Indigenous Athlete" (2020). Electronic Thesis and Dissertation Repository. 7095.
https://ir.lib.uwo.ca/etd/7095