The Goal

Hockey is not only Canada's national pastime but its enduring passion. In this collection

of fourteen real-life stories, authors Andrew Caddell and Dave Stubbs explore

the many different sides of the game. In "The Girl" you'll meet a young woman

who helped pave the way for the stars of today's women's game, while in "The Gentleman"

a spinster aunt's lifelong wish comes true when she meets Habs superstar

Jean B liveau. "The Rink" details the uniquely Canadian fascination with creating

the perfect backyard skating surface, while in "The Nation" Andrew Caddell ponders

the age-old question: Can a lifelong Canadiens fan embrace Leafs nation? Ten

other stories add nuance and depth to this compelling look at our national game.