Sports in Canada in the 1920s Sports in the 1920's in Canada centered on participation. Anyone who had the skill could participate. Amateur sports such as hockey, football, baseball, lacrosse, etc. flourished due to the influx of many talented players. The twenties were Canada's golden age of sport. Many sports, such as hockey, football, and baseball, were becoming all professional. The sports heroes of the decade were amateurs. They often came out of nowhere to capture the headlines, medals, and world records. The greatest multi-sport hero of that age was Lionel Conacher. He played hockey, football, baseball, and lacrosse. On t....

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