Distinguished career of Daniel Medeiros extends to compelling leadership role with Canada By Mark Staffieri Having been part of national teams on both sides of the Atlantic, the career of Daniel Medeiros embodies the global scope and reach of the ISBHF. With familial roots in Portugal, Medeiros represented his heritage as their national team’s goaltender, a team that he founded. Residing in the province of Ontario, home to some of the country’s finest players on the slab and on the ice, Medeiros has been a member in good standing for 30 years in the Canadian Ball Hockey Association (CBHA). As a player, his lasting legacy has been enhanced by the attendance of 20 National tournaments since 1997. Possessing participation in 11 World Championships overall, along with his record number Canadian national championship tournaments between the pipes, more than any other goaltender, Medeiros has certainly attained legendary status on the slab. Medeiros is the first (and only) goaltender in history to record shutouts versus powerhouse teams Czech Republic and Slovakia during international play. Recognized three times at the CBHA Nationals as Best Goaltender, along with the Most Valuable Goalie Award as a member of the Toronto Wolfpak at the 2015 CBHA […]