201556 minPGdocumentary

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201556 minPGdocumentary

Middle-aged men from the Toronto Lakeshore Oldtimers Hockey Club play with youthful energy, finding joy and camaraderie on the ice despite life's challenges.

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Sports,

Lifestyle

Director

Gürcan Keltek

Channel: NFB

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2015• 56 minPG

Synopsis

Middle-aged men from the Toronto Lakeshore Oldtimers Hockey Club play with youthful energy, finding joy and camaraderie on the ice despite life's challenges.

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Gürcan Keltekdirector

Okan Uruncast

Ebru Ojen Şahincast

Cihan Ocakcast

Synopsis

Toronto Lakeshore Oldtimers Hockey Club showcases a group of middle-aged men who continue to play hockey with the same enthusiasm they had 25 years ago. Despite facing physical challenges such as injuries and demanding schedules, they find joy and camaraderie on the ice. The locker room serves as a sanctuary where responsibilities fade away, allowing them to embrace the sport and each other. Their passion for hockey defies the conventional notion of aging, as they prioritize fun and friendship over growing old.

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Meet the Toronto Lakeshore Oldtimers and their unique stories.
See how hockey helps players cope with aging.
Find out what happens in the dressing room camaraderie.
Discover the humor in midlife crises among hockey players.

Did You Know

Wayne Gretzky scored his third hat trick of the year in 2015.
The oldest player on the Toronto Lakeshore Oldtimers is 54 years old.
The team plays against opponents with names like the Kingston Fossils and the Sarnia Antiques.
Douge Law celebrated his 40th birthday during the documentary.

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Hockey enthusiastsFans of sports documentariesOlder athletesThose facing midlife transitions

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who scored the lone Leaf goal in the game mentioned?

Builder Lego scored the lone Leaf goal in Boston.

What is the age range of the players in the Toronto Lakeshore Oldtimers team?

The youngest player is 38 years old and the oldest is 54 years old.

What are the two concessions to age for the Toronto Lakeshore Oldtimers during games?

The two concessions to age are no slap shots and no body checks.

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