Vladimír Zábrodský 1923 – 2020

Biography

Vladimír Zábrodský was born on March 7, 1923, in Prague, during a transformative period in Czechoslovak history. He grew up to become a notable ice hockey player, representing his country during an era when the sport was gaining prominence in Central Europe. His life spanned nearly a century, witnessing remarkable changes across the continent.

As a Czechoslovak ice hockey player, Zábrodský contributed to the sporting heritage of his nation during the mid-twentieth century. Ice hockey was an important part of Czechoslovak national pride, and players of his generation helped establish the country as a competitive force in the sport. His dedication to the game reflected the passion that defined athletic pursuits in his homeland.

Zábrodský spent his final years in Stockholm, Sweden, where he passed away on March 20, 2020, at the age of 97. His long life allowed him to witness the evolution of ice hockey from its earlier amateur traditions to the modern professional era. He is remembered as part of a generation of Czechoslovak athletes who helped shape their nation’s sporting legacy.