What is the Foster Hewitt Memorial Award?
Q: What is the Foster Hewitt Memorial Award?
A: The Foster Hewitt Memorial Award is an award named after Foster Hewitt and presented by the Hockey Hall of Fame to members of the radio and television industry who make outstanding contributions to their profession and the game of ice hockey during their broadcasting career.
Q: Who is the award named after?
A: The award is named after Foster Hewitt.
Q: Who selects the award winners?
A: The award winners are selected by the NHL Broadcasters' Association.
Q: Is the Foster Hewitt Memorial Award the same as the ACTRA Foster Hewitt Award?
A: No, the Foster Hewitt Memorial Award should not be confused with the ACTRA Foster Hewitt Award, which was presented by ACTRA, the Canadian association of actors and broadcasters, for excellence in general sports broadcasting.
Q: What was the ACTRA Foster Hewitt Award presented for?
A: The ACTRA Foster Hewitt Award was presented for excellence in general sports broadcasting.
Q: When was the ACTRA Foster Hewitt Award discontinued?
A: The ACTRA Foster Hewitt Award was discontinued in 1986.
Q: What kind of contributions make someone eligible for the Foster Hewitt Memorial Award?
A: Members of the radio and television industry who make outstanding contributions to their profession and the game of ice hockey during their broadcasting career are eligible for the Foster Hewitt Memorial Award.
