Rick LaFerriere was born in Hawkesbury, Ontario on January 3, 1961. He is a former Canadian professional goaltender. LaFerriere was a junior standout for the OHA's Peterborough Petes and Brantford Alexanders. In 1978-79 he was the back up when the Petes won the Memorial Cup. The next season he led the league with a 3.27 goals against mark and won the Hap Emms Memorial Trophy. He also played at the World Junior Championships.