The objective of the Oshawa Sports Hall of Fame is to recognize and honour the achievements of Oshawa individuals and teams who have attained prominence and distinction in sports as well as those who have made a major contribution to the development of sport.
Located inside the Tribute Communities Centre, the Sports Hall of Fame plaques and citations are displayed on the main level walls. The 3600 square foot Museum housing artifacts, memorabilia and photographs is also located on this level at the west end behind Section 119. The new Museum location opened officially in the spring of 2008.
Year Inducted: 1990
Home Town: Niagara Fall
More about Terry OReilly:
This Niagara Falls native moved to Oshawa where he began his hockey career. Terry played from Atom to Midget with C.Y.O., then Junior B, and finally Junior A with the 1967 to 1971 Oshawa Generals.
Terry was Boston's 1971 second amateur draft pick. The right-winger spent only one year in the minors before his 1972 inclusion on the Bruins\' N.H.L. roster. His strong work ethic and scrappy determined style earned him the reputation as the heart and soul of the team during his 14-year career, two of them as captain.
His brief retirement in 1985 ended with his appointment as the Bruins\' head coach. He rekindled the spirit of the team and led it to the team\'s first Stanley Cup final in 10 years and to some of its more memorable victories.
After two seasons, Terry retired as coach. He now devotes his determination and energy to a number of charitable causes, including the American Liver Foundation and the Cancer Institute.
Wednesdays: 11am - 2pm
Also open during every Oshawa Generals home game
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