Edmonton Grads - Legacy

Legacy

• In 1976 the Grads' successes were declared a National Historic Event.

• Parks Canada dedicated a plaque in their honour in 1978.

• The Canadian Basketball Hall of Fame inducted the entire team roster of players in 1980.

• There was a film made in 1987 by the National Film Board of Canada called "Shooting Stars: The Amazing Story Of The Edmonton Grads."

• The Grads National Basketball Championship in 1932 was essential to the Edmonton Rustlers women's hockey team to gain support to travel East and play the Preston Rivulettes for the National Hockey title.