Bernard Deschamps
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| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | French |
| Born | 29 May 1944 Lorient, France |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Ice hockey |
Bernard Deschamps (born 29 May 1944) is a French ice hockey player. He competed in the men's tournament at the 1968 Winter Olympics.[1] He played on numerous teams.[2] Deschamps played on multiple teams including the Long Island Ducks (ice hockey) of the American Hockey League.[3] He would additionally play for Sudbury Wolves, Indianapolis Chiefs, Baltimore Clippers, St. Paul Rangers and the Providence Reds.[4] Deschamps was considered to be a top minor league prospect.[5] In 1975, he was selected on waivers to earn a spot on the roster for the New York Rangers.[6] Deschamps was influential in the career of African American Hockey player Val James.[7] He served as the coach for St. John's University's Hockey team.[8] In 2002, he was selected to coach the hockey team for Suny Stony Brook.[9]
Deschamps also worked as a real estate salesman.[8]
