Soccer: First Across the Line Series, Ep. 8
This title is a part of the series First Across the Line SeriesCatalogue Number: MUME34
Producer: Mushkeg Media Inc.
Producing Agencies: Mushkeg Media Inc.
Subject: Indigenous Peoples
Language: English
Grade Level: 9 - 12, Post Secondary, Adult
Country Of Origin: Canada
Copyright Year: 2019
Running Time: 22:00
The Cowichan Tribes is the largest community in British Columbia and their athletes travel the world playing soccer. This episode follows veteran player, Dano Thorne, as he coaches young athletes and talks about NIFA, the Native Indian Soccer Association, which helps indigenous soccer players. Listen to Tammy Jack, her family, and the community while they play and tell stories of their soccer accomplishments. This episode also features Harry Manson, a superior player who faced discrimination and racism over a century ago, but still blazed the trail for younger generations to compete in soccer.
Also availble in Inuktitut: Soccer (Ep 8)
The television documentary series “First Across the Line” explores the rich history of successful Indigenous (First Nations/Métis/Inuit) athletes and how today’s youths are inspired.