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Trophy;Tom Longboat Collection;All Items Copyright Canada Sports Hall of Fame


Tom Longboat Collection

Name / TitleTrophy
CollectionTom Longboat Collection
Object IDX2006.637.1
ProvenanceThis is "The Tom Longboat Trophy" which is presented to the most outstanding Aboriginal Athlete in Canada over the past year. This award is presented in the memory of marathon and long distance runner, Tom Longboat. Established in 1951, this award was created to honour one male and one female who showed an outstanding accomplishment in Canadian sport in the previous year. The winners each year receive a cash bursary of $500 along with an all expenses paid trip to receive the award and a commemorative Tom Longboat Award medallion.
Height74.295
Length34.290
Width45.720
Description

The trophy consists of a six tier black wooden base with shield shaped plaques engraved with the winners and the year they were honoured. There are no names and blank shields for the years 1983, 1986, 1988 to 1993 and 1996. A top black marble podium holds a silver inscription plaque with an etching of Tom Longboat and the inscription: "THE TOM LONGBOAT TROPHY FOR THE OUTSTANDING NATIVE INDIAN ATHLETE OF THE YEAR IN CANADA". Two white marble decorative accents are located at the side of the podium and a silver figure of a man with his right arm extended over his head is standing on the top.

PeopleJohn Sark, Frederick Baker, Edward Kabatay, Charles Ross Smallface, Paul Goulas, Edward Vernon Campbell, Wilton Littlechild, Phyllis Bomberry, Bert Mistakenchief, Kenneth Montour, Douglas Skead, Howard Anderson, Raymond Rousselot, John C. Courceene, Francis X. Debassige, Clifford Grieves, Dan Calhoon, Waneek Horn - Miller, Darren Zack, Richard Peter, Alwyn Morris, Tom Longboat, Gina Olsen, Shawn Bobb, George Poitras, Randolph Youngman, Reginald Underwood, Beverly Stranger, Carole Polchies, Steve Collins, Beverly Beaver, Tara Hedican, Jordin Tootoo, Sara-Lynne Knockwood, Deanna Rose Sulliven, Delby Powless Jr., Peter Richard, Lara Mussell, Marisha Roman, Dallas Soonlas, Walter Noel, Arthur Obey, Bruce Bruyers, Tom Watts Jr., John Lewis, Gaylord Ross Powless, Gordon Lee Crowchild, Tyler Sunday, Tom Erasmus, Rick Brant, George Herman Brown, R. Jamieson, Ryan Bates, Alanaise O. Ferguson
TagsPhyllis Bomberry Native alwayn morris he was a great man
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This colour photograph shows marathon runner Tom Longboat standing beside a table that is covered with numerous trophies. Longboat is wearing a blue tank with a coat of arms sewn onto the chest. A decorative border consisting of maple leaves, a coat of arms and a flag surrounds the photograph. The caption at the bottom of the photograph reads:
This black and white photograph shows marathon runners Tom Longboat (left) and Alf Shrubb standing on a sidewalk. Both men are wearing hats and suits. A caption below the photograph reads:
This black and white photograph shows marathon runner Tom Longboat (left) running in a field in front of another man. An unidentified man is standing to the left of the runners and is holding a small flag. A crowd of spectators can be seen in the background.
This black and white poster of Tom Longboat shows the marathon runner posing in white shorts, a black belt and black shoes. A large black border outlines the photo.
This black and white photograph of Tom Longboat shows the marathon runner running along a path. Two other runners can be seen behind The photograph has been mounted onto a piece of cardboard.
This black and white formal photograph of Tom Longboat shows the marathon runner sitting in a chair and holding a cigar in his left hand. Longboat is wearing a three-piece suit.
This black and white photograph shows marathon runner Tom Longboat (second from right) lined up with four other runners on a track. The athletes are all wearing track tanks, shorts and running shoes.
This black and white photograph shows marathon runner Tom Longboat (seated) with (from L to R) trainer Gus Deforrest, Sol. Mintz and Mrs. Longboat after a race at Madison Square, NY. Longboat is wearing a white tank with a maple leaf sewn onto the front and is holding his wife's hand. A caption at the bottom of the photograph reads:
This black and white action photograph of shows marathon runners Alf Shrubb (front) and Tom Longboat competing in a race. Shrubb is leading Longboat as they run down a track. Shrubb is wearing a black tank with a Union Jack flag sewn onto the front. Longboat is wearing a white tank with a maple leaf sewn onto the front. Spectators can be seen in the background.
This black and white action photograph of Tom Longboat shows the marathon runner competing on a track. Another runner can be seen behind Longboat. A crowd of spectators can be seen in the bleachers behind the runners.
This black and white photograph of Tom Longboat shows the marathon runner posing with his arms crossed. Longboat is wearing a grey sweater, black shorts and black running shoes.
This colour photograph shows marathon runner Tom Longboat (bottom right), Ned Hanlon, Mr. Durnan, Mr. Scholes and two other men sitting in a motor car. The men are wearing suits. A caption at the top of the photograph reads:
This black and white action photograph shows marathon runner Tom Longboat running down a street. Longboat is wearing a white tank, shorts and running shoes. A man on a bicycle can be seen in the background.
This sepia-toned portrait of Tom Longboat shows the marathon runner posing in a running position. Longboat is wearing a white tank that has a maple leaf sewn onto the front.
This photograph shows marathon runner Tom Longboat (right) standing outdoors with an unidentified man. Both men are wearing black hats and black overcoats. This is a sepia-toned photograph that has been mounted onto a piece of cardboard.
This tinted photograph shows 19 track athletes lined up beside each other. The athletes all wear running tanks or t-shirts, shorts and running shoes. A caption underneath the photograph reads:
This black and white photograph shows marathon runner Tom Longboat smiling for the camera while wearing a three-piece suit.
The trophy consists of a six tier black wooden base with shield shaped plaques engraved with the winners and the year they were honoured. There are no names and blank shields for the years 1983, 1986, 1988 to 1993 and 1996. A top black marble podium holds a silver inscription plaque with an etching of Tom Longboat and the inscription: "THE TOM LONGBOAT TROPHY FOR THE OUTSTANDING NATIVE INDIAN ATHLETE OF THE YEAR IN CANADA". Two white marble decorative accents are located at the side of the podium and a silver figure of a man with his right arm extended over his head is standing on the top.
Large silver trophy that rests on a black wooden base. Five plates list the name of the winners over the years. Two female figures holding laurel wreaths act as handles. The lid has Dominion of Canada Crest on both sides with two beavers flanking them. Three British flags on top and relief of marathon runners circle the bottom of the cup just above base.