In Collingwood’s rich sporting history, Ron’s nickname “King” is acknowledged as one of the most used sports’ monikers in Collingwood. Born in Singhampton on November 6, 1936, Ron has lived in Collingwood since 1946. Ron has one daughter Polly and three grandchildren who continue to reside in Collingwood with Ron. A graduate of Victoria Public School and Collingwood Collegiate, Ron continued his studies at the Ontario Fire College – Gravenhurst where his distinguished firefighting career included Fire Chief for the Town of Collingwood. Ron’s passion for sports ensured his year-round participation. However, he excelled in hockey and baseball where his triumphs have resulted in his induction as a member of the Collingwood Sports Hall of Fame on June 12, 1998 in the Players’ category.

In 1965, Ron was a member of the Collingwood Shipbuilders OHA Senior B Championship. On the ball diamond, Ron’s Stayner Motormen won the 1957 OBA Intermediate A Championship. Ron’s active interest in the fine details of the game allowed for his easy transition as a coach of the 1976 & 1977 Kinsmen Midget baseball teams. Additionally, Ron has worked behind the sporting scenes as a 17 year member of the Collingwood Parks and Recreation Board, Past President and Life Member of the Collingwood Kinsmen Club, and original member of the Collingwood Sports Hall of Fame acting as a Director for many years. Ron played an instrumental role in the creation of Old-timer Hockey and the Masters Division Slo-pitch in Collingwood.