About Archie Hooper
Lived 1881 – 1904 (aged 23). Archie Hooper was an ice hockey player.
Archibald "Archie" William Hooper (September 11, 1881 – October 11, 1904) was a Canadian amateur ice hockey player in the early years of the sport. He was a member of the Montreal Hockey Club that won the Stanley Cup in 1902 and 1903, a team popularly known as the 'Little Men of Iron'. He died at age 23 after only three years of senior hockey play. Hooper is believed to be the first ice hockey player to die from a hockey-related injury.
Personal life Hooper was born in Saint-Lambert, Quebec, one of six children. He was brother to Charles, Bruce, Reginald, Allan and Harley. In February 1903, Hooper was injured in an ice hockey game and he never fully recovered. In July 1904, he was admitted to Royal Victoria Hospital and he stayed there 'for a period' and was then released to go home, where he died in October 1904.
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Who was Archie Hooper?
Canadian ice hockey player (1881-1904)
When was Archie Hooper born?
Archie Hooper was born on 11 September 1881 in Saint-Lambert.
When did Archie Hooper die?
Archie Hooper died on 11 October 1904.
What was Archie Hooper's occupation?
Archie Hooper was an ice hockey player.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Archie Hooper. https://biography.guide/archie-hooper/
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