Boston University Athletic Hall of Fame

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John Danby

  • Class
    1972
  • Induction
    1988
  • Sport(s)
    Men's Ice Hockey

John Danby's name is synonymous with the nationally renowned Terrier hockey teams of the early 70s.

He was the team's high goal scorer in each of his three varsity campaigns, and finished his career in 1972 with 79 goals and 81 assists.

In 1971, John earned All-New England and All-East honors as Boston University won its first-ever NCAA title. His 28 goals and 36 assists were second best on the squad. Team captain his senior year, he tied for the scoring lead with 26 goals and 24 assists to help the Terriers repeat as national champions.

He was an All-American and duplicated his All-New England and All-East awards, as well as earning MVP honors in the Beanpot, ECAC Tournament and NCAA Tournament. The George V. Brown Trophy as Terriers' MVP went his way as well.

Drafted by the Chicago Black Hawks and the New England Whalers, John enjoyed a four-year professional career before returning to Boston University in 1979 for a two-year stint as assistant coach.

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