Often referred to as the “Father of Hockey”, Sutherland was an ardent supporter of the game who worked diligently on its behalf. He made his hometown of Kingston a famous hockey centre during the years prior to World War I. As coach of the Kingston Frontenacs junior team, Sutherland guided them to several championships. He first became connected with the Ontario Hockey Association as a district representative, and his drive and keen interest shot him up through executive ranks until he became president in 1915, holding the position until 1918. In 1919, Sutherland served as the President of the Canadian Amateur Hockey Association. He was instrumental to the establishment of the annual exhibition match between the Royal Military College of Canada and West Point in 1923. Sutherland was the dr