Ice and Thunder: A History Of The Trent Valley Hockey League

The Trent Vally Hockey League  (TVL) was chartered in 1899 and except for breaks during both World Wars and the Great Depression, it continued to operate as an independent hockey league throughout the Trent Valley to the Spring of 1955. Upon its collapse in the fall of 1955, several of the small communities converted to fully governed OHA, Intermediate "C" or "D" level hockey and continued to operate up into the early 1980s, but used the TVL moniker.

The authors provide a fascinating glimpse into the origins of the colourful old league, as well as year by year accounts of league champions and events, with photos and player testimonials. The book is intended to serve, not only as a "handbook" for hockey historians and enthusiasts, but also as a glimpse into the colourful culture and heritage of these many small towns and villages.