NHL Trailblazer Abby Roque: Breaking Barriers on the Ice In a sport often dominated by white players, Abby Roque is a beacon of hope and diversity. As a forward for the Montreal Canadiens, Roque is one of the few Indigenous players in the NHL, and her story is a testament to the growing representation of people of color in the sport. In a profile by William Douglas, a renowned expert on diversity in hockey, Roque opens up about her journey from playing minor hockey in her native Canada to becoming a key player in the NHL. With her inspiring story, Roque is paving the way for future generations of Indigenous players and challenging the traditional face of hockey.
William Douglas has been writing The Color of Hockey blog since 2012. Douglas joined NHL.com in 2019 and writes about people of color in the sport. Today, he profiles Abby Roque, a forward for ...
